Dover, DE (December 2, 2023) – A woman was killed in a crash that took place in Dover on Friday, December 1st. The accident took place just after 3:00 p.m. on North Dupont Highway.
Police say that a 59-year-old woman from Hartly was driving a 2001 Buick Century eastbound on Rose Bowl Road. When the woman came to a stop sign, she tried to cross the road in front of a 2012 Nissan Sentra. The two vehicles collided with one another, as the Sentra struck the driver-side door of the Buick Century. The 59-year-old woman was seriously injured and was rushed to a nearby hospital where she later died. The Nissan driver, a 21-year-old Smyrna woman, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Neither of the two women have been identified at this time. There is no word on whether any charges will be filed in connection with the crash. An investigation is underway.
We want to offer our thoughts and condolences to all who were affected by this tragic fatal car accident in Dover.
Fatal Car Accidents in Delaware 
In 2020, there were nearly 25,000 reported car accidents in Delaware. As a result of these crashes, a total of 7,254 people suffered injuries. Many of the injuries that were sustained were serious in nature. A Delaware car accident takes place very suddenly and unexpectedly. In many cases, victims have little time to react and are unable to avoid the crash or mitigate its effects. Injury accidents most often occur because of the negligence of at least one driver. Some common causes of injury accidents include reckless driving, speeding, failing to yield, distraction, and impairment.
A Delaware car accident can leave victims in a very vulnerable position, both physically and financially. The crash can cause serious and painful injuries that can result in long-term complications that interfere with the quality of life. Additionally, the accident can also result in victims having extensive medical costs that can affect them financially. While these are negative outcomes, there are steps that can be taken to help secure your future.
Under Delaware law, victims may be able to recover compensation if the other driver was at least partially at fault for the collision. It is important to have the services of a skilled and experienced attorney who can help during this time. Your attorney can ensure that all of the proper legal steps are followed and can assist you with getting the compensation that you need and deserve. At Murphy & Landon, our team works together to ensure that each client’s rights are fully and completely protected. We will take every possible path to obtain the maximum compensation under the specific facts of your case.
Our team stands ready to assist you at any time. We provide free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. During the consultation, we will go over the details of your case and will discuss how best to pursue your claims against the negligent driver. To schedule your free appointment with a car accident attorney in Dover, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
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