Townsend, DE (December 1, 2023) – An elderly man was hurt in a two-vehicle crash that took place in Townsend on Friday, December 1st. The accident happened just after 10:00 a.m. on Eagles Nest Landing Road near Gum Bush Road.
According to reports, two sedans were involved in the collision. One of the cars crashed into a utility pole following the initial impact and then collided with a tree. An 81-year-old male driver of one of the cars was trapped inside his vehicle following the accident. Paramedics arrived at the scene and helped to extricate the man from his car. After being rescued, he was taken to Christiana Hospital where he was treated for serious injuries. The man’s identity has not been released at this time. There is no information on what caused the accident to occur.
Police shut down the road while they investigated the accident. Drivers were told to avoid the area. It is not known if any charges are expected to be filed in connection with the crash. An investigation is underway. No further information is available.
We want to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the injured victim following this car accident in Townsend. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Delaware Car Accidents 
According to the Delaware Department of Transportation, there are approximately 30,000 reported collisions in our state every year. From these accidents, about 8,000 people will sustain injuries ranging from minor such as scratches and bruises to serious injuries that can be life-threatening in nature. While no one ever expects to be involved in an injury crash, the reality is that these accidents occur every day across our state. No driver or passenger is ever truly safe from the possibility that they might be involved in a serious and life-altering collision. These types of crashes unfold on Delaware’s streets and highways every day.
Victims of Delaware car accidents often wonder when or if they will be able to resume their normal lives. Injuries suffered in a crash can linger for many weeks and months following the accident. Even with appropriate medical treatment, sometimes injuries caused by a crash will simply take a long time to heal. It is important that you seek legal advice as soon as possible in order to preserve and protect your claims for compensation that come from the crash.
At Murphy & Landon, we know that recovery from a car accident can be a long and slow process. Obtaining the proper settlement will go a long way to placing you on a solid foundation for the future. The money that you receive can help to put you back into the position that you had prior to the accident.
Our firm is standing by to speak with you at any time. We always offer a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. When we meet with you, we will go over the facts of your case in detail and we will provide a viable plan of action for you to move forward. To schedule your appointment with a car accident lawyer in Townsend, please reach out to us at the link or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
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