New Castle, DE (July 19, 2022) – Police in New Castle were at the scene of a crash involving a paratransit bus on Monday, July 18th. The accident took place around 10:15 a.m. on Governor Printz Boulevard at Cauffiel Parkway.
New Castle County paramedics were also dispatched to the scene of the crash. According to a report from the scene, a car and a DART transit bus were involved in an accident. A 68-year-old passenger aboard the bus suffered minor injuries and was treated by paramedics at the scene. A 47-year-old woman driving the bus was transported to the hospital with back and internal injuries. The 24-year-old driver of the other vehicle was also transported for internal injuries. There is no information on the events leading up to the cause of the accident at this time. The identities of the victims have not been released.
The crash remains under investigation. There is no word on whether any charges are expected to be filed.
No further details have been released.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the victims of this car accident in New Castle. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in Delaware 
Motorists in Delaware face risks each time they take to the roadways. There are a number of negligent drivers on our state’s roads each day and these drivers are often responsible for many serious injury accidents. Unfortunately, innocent drivers and passengers can be affected by the carelessness of others. According to the Delaware Department of Transportation, about 10,000 people are injured in car accidents that occur in Delaware every year. A number of these injured victims are hurt in collisions that were not their fault.
Each accident must be closely investigated by authorities in order to determine the cause and which driver should be held responsible. Some common causes of Delaware car accidents include speeding, reckless driving, distraction, impairment, and failing to yield the right of way to other drivers. If you or a loved one have been injured in a crash, you may have valuable and important legal rights.
Under Delaware law, car accident victims can recover compensation for their injuries. This includes compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and possibly more. Only an experienced Delaware car accident lawyer can advise you regarding the best steps to take for your case. Before you speak with the insurance adjuster, you should have an attorney on your side who can help you obtain the full compensation that you need and deserve. Here at Murphy & Landon, our attorneys are focused on protecting the rights of injured accident victims. We focus our practice on injury cases. This focus allows us to obtain the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Our team is here and we are standing by to assist you at any time. We always provide a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. There is no obligation unless we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule your time to speak with one of our car accident attorneys in New Castle, please reach out to us using the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
Note: Our law firm utilizes secondary sources to create this post. The facts surrounding this specific accident have not been independently verified. Contact Murphy & Landon if you locate any inaccurate information. We will update the post right away to reflect the most accurate information available.
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.
