According to the Delaware State Police, the victim was traveling across the westbound lanes of Pulaski Highway in a motorized wheelchair. As the man crossed the street, he was hit by a Toyota Camry that was traveling westbound on Pulaski. The man was ejected from his wheelchair and landed in the left-hand lane of the highway. When rescue officials arrived, they pronounced the man dead at the scene. His identity has not been released at this time.
The Camry driver, a 47-year-old Newark man, was not injured in the crash. The road was closed for about four hours while police investigated the accident. An investigation is underway at this time.
There is no further information available.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the victim’s family following this deadly pedestrian accident in New Castle.
Pedestrian Accidents in Delaware 
Pedestrian crashes are some of the most serious and devastating types of injury accidents. In Delaware, hundreds of pedestrians are hurt in crashes each year. A pedestrian is among the most vulnerable traffic accident victims. The pedestrian has no protection from the force and impact of a crash. Further, pedestrian crashes often take place very suddenly and unexpectedly, leaving victims with little time to react in order to avoid a crash.
Under Delaware law, pedestrian accident victims may have certain valuable legal rights. This includes the right to receive compensation when they have been affected by a crash that was not their fault. The law is complicated, and these matters should only be handled by an experienced and skilled lawyer. Victims and family members who attempt to handle their own claims often end up costing themselves thousands of dollars in compensation.
Here at Murphy & Landon, we are standing by to help you at any time. Our firm knows and understands the difficulties that you are facing. We want to assist in protecting your legal rights and helping you obtain the compensation that you need and deserve. While no amount of money can replace the loss of a loved one, the compensation can help offset some of the unexpected expenses that you are now facing. There may be a very limited time to file your case, so you should reach out to us as soon as possible.
Our firm is here to assist you at any time following a serious crash. We provide a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. During the consultation, we will go over your legal rights in detail and help you to make the best decision regarding your future. We handle most cases on a contingency fee basis, so there is no financial obligation until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule a time to speak with a pedestrian accident attorney in New Castle, please contact us at the link on our website or give us a call at (372) 472-8100.
Disclaimer: None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. This is not a solicitation for business. If you have been injured in an accident, get medical attention as soon as possible. The photo used in this post was not taken at this accident scene.
