New Castle, DE (February 17, 2023) – Authorities in New Castle are investigating after a car accident led to injuries on Friday, February 17th. The crash happened around 8:50 a.m. in the eastbound lanes of Route 273 near Appleby Road.
According to a report from the scene, at least one person suffered injuries in the accident. The crash took place in rainy weather, although authorities did not release any information on the cause. Paramedics responded to the scene and provided treatment to the injured victim. The victim’s condition remains unknown at this time. The crash caused the road to be partially closed while authorities investigated. Motorists were asked to avoid the scene and to find an alternate route of travel if possible. There is no word on whether any charges will be filed.
An investigation remains ongoing at this time. There is no further information available regarding the accident.
We would like to extend our thoughts and well-wishes to those who were injured in this New Castle car accident. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery for all involved.
Injury Accident in New Castle 
The Delaware Department of Transportation maintains statistics on the total number of car accidents that take place each year across our state. According to more recent statistics, there were 28,473 reported crashes in Delaware in 2021. Not all of these accidents will result in injuries. However, according to the same statistics, 8,255 people were injured during 2021 and 139 were killed. These numbers show us that a significant number of motorists will be injured in car accidents that happen annually across our state.
Unfortunately, many serious accidents result in injuries to innocent motorists. The injuries from a Delaware car accident range from minor to serious and can involve long-term medical care and hospitalization. If you have been injured in a collision, it is always best to turn to a lawyer who can provide the legal assistance that you need.
Here at Murphy & Landon, we have an experienced team of New Castle car accident lawyers ready to help you. Our attorneys have many years of combined experience helping crash victims with their legal claims. We know the difficulties that you are going through during this time and we will fight for you every step of the way. While your situation may seem hopeless, we will help you to secure your future by holding careless and negligent drivers fully accountable for their driving behaviors.
Our firm is standing by to provide assistance for you at any time. We always offer a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. When your back is against the wall, we are here to protect you. If we decide to take your case, we will handle it on a contingency fee basis meaning that there is no financial obligation to you until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule your free appointment with a car accident lawyer in New Castle, please reach out to us via 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
