According to the DSP, a Jeep Grand Cherokee and a Mercury Grand Marquis were traveling in opposite directions when they collided head-on with each other. The Jeep driver, a 57-year-old woman, and her passenger, a 63-year-old woman, were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The Mercury driver also sustained non-life-threatening injuries. A passenger in the Mercury suffered critical injuries and later died.
The man is now identified as 24-year-old Jacob Langshaw of Middletown. None of the other accident victims have been identified at this time. There is no word on whether any charges will be filed in connection with the accident.
An investigation is ongoing. There is no further information available at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to all who were affected by this fatal car accident in Middletown.
Delaware Car Accidents
Car accidents in Delaware can take place anywhere at any time. Last year, nearly 40,000 crashes were reported across our state. Many of these accidents resulted in injuries to one or more victims. In the worst-case scenario, the crash led to death. There are some steps that motorists can take to lower their risk of being involved in an accident. This includes safe and defensive driving and not taking unnecessary risks on the road. Despite the use of care and caution, some accidents will simply occur anyway. In these cases, a negligent driver is often to blame.
The cause of every Delaware car accident must be carefully investigated by police in order to determine the cause and who should be held responsible. If you have questions about your legal rights, you should talk to a Delaware car accident attorney right away. There is rarely a good reason to wait to discuss your legal rights. In general, delaying the case is likely to lead to less compensation for injured victims.
Here at Murphy & Landon, we fight for the rights of innocent crash victims. Our team of car accident lawyers in Middletown wants to help you during your time of need. We know that you likely feel stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted due to the accident. We will help you move forward along your path to recovery. Give us a call to see how we can be of assistance today.
We are standing by to speak with you at any time. Our consultations are always free for all potential and prospective clients. When we meet with you, we will help to formulate a plan that will increase your chances of seeing the best possible recovery. If we take your case, there is no financial obligation until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To speak with a Middletown car accident attorney, please reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 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.
