Local Accidents
Delaware Accident Reports: Week of January 12, 2026
The reports below cover Delaware traffic incidents from the week of January 12, 2026. They are drawn from public accounts and media reports, and the details have not been independently verified.
Wilmington, DE – Person Injured in Crash on I-95 SB Under Delaware Ave
Wilmington, DE (January 12, 2026) – A crash on Interstate 95 southbound under Delaware Avenue left at least one person injured on the afternoon of Monday, January 12. The incident was reported at approximately 4:31 p.m. and blocked the right lane of the highway.
Emergency units responded to the scene and provided medical attention to the injured person on-site. Paramedics evaluated the individual and administered care before determining whether hospital transport was necessary. The identity of the injured person and the extent of their injuries have not been released.
The crash created significant delays for motorists traveling through the area during afternoon traffic hours. Emergency personnel worked to secure the scene and clear the blocked lane while assisting those involved. The right lane remained closed while crews managed the situation and ensured safety for passing drivers.
Authorities have not confirmed the number of vehicles involved in the crash or what led to the incident. The crash remains under investigation as authorities continue their review.
New Castle, DE – Injuries Reported in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Rte 1 Near Rte 13 Split
New Castle, DE (January 13, 2026) – A multi-vehicle crash with reported injuries occurred on Tuesday, January 13, along northbound Route 1, just south of the Route 13 split in New Castle. The crash was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m., drawing a response from emergency units.
Authorities confirmed that multiple vehicles were involved in the incident. At least one person was injured as a result of the crash. Emergency responders arrived and provided care at the scene.
The injured person was treated on-site, and details about the total number of vehicles involved and the extent of the injuries have not been released.
Traffic conditions at the time of the crash were not detailed, and officials have not shared information about what led to the incident. The identities of those involved were not made public.
Wilmington, DE – Injuries Reported in Traffic Crash at W 36th St & N Monroe St
Wilmington, DE (January 14, 2026) – A traffic crash with reported injuries occurred early Wednesday near the intersection of North Monroe Street and West 36th Street in Wilmington. Emergency units were sent to the scene after receiving reports of a possible motor vehicle crash involving multiple people.
The incident was reported at approximately 5:04 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14. Early dispatch information indicated that several people were hurt and that multiple patients were involved at the scene.
Emergency units arrived and began helping those affected by the crash. Injured individuals were evaluated at the location, and some were taken to a hospital for further treatment. The exact number of people hurt and the extent of their injuries have not been confirmed.
The crash occurred at the intersection of West 36th Street and North Monroe Street, an area that sees regular vehicle traffic during early morning hours. Crews worked to manage the scene while assisting those injured.
Wilmington, DE – Multiple Injuries Reported in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Northeast Blvd
Wilmington, DE (January 15, 2026) – Emergency units responded to a reported crash with injuries on Northeast Boulevard in Wilmington earlier this week. The incident involved a possible multi-vehicle crash with several people reported hurt.
The crash occurred around 11:02 a.m. on Monday, January 12, along Northeast Boulevard in the 19802 area. Dispatch reports indicated that more than one vehicle may have been involved at the scene.
Emergency units arrived and provided medical assistance to those hurt in the crash. Several people were reported injured, though officials have not released details about the number of victims or the severity of their injuries.
Medical personnel evaluated those involved and provided care at the scene. Some injured individuals may have required further treatment, but no information has been released about hospital transport.
Gumboro, DE – Injuries Reported in Crash at Nine Foot Rd & Millsboro Hwy
Gumboro, DE (January 15, 2026) – A crash with reported injuries occurred in the Gumboro area near Nine Foot Road and Millsboro Highway. Emergency units were dispatched after reports of a crash involving multiple vehicles and injured occupants.
The crash was reported at about 6:38 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, though the exact date of the incident has not been confirmed. Emergency medical crews responded to the scene to assist those involved.
Medical personnel evaluated injured individuals at the location. Two people were taken to a hospital by ambulance for further treatment. Their conditions have not been released.
Additional emergency resources were requested as a precaution during the response. Authorities did not release details about how the crash happened or how many vehicles were involved beyond the reported injuries.
Georgetown, DE – Pedestrian Hurt in Hit-and-Run Crash on E Market St
Georgetown, DE (January 18, 2026) – A pedestrian was injured after being struck by a motor vehicle on East Market Street in Georgetown on Saturday, January 17. Emergency units responded to the scene after reports came in that a person had been hit by a vehicle in the area.
When responders arrived, they found the injured pedestrian and began providing medical care. The pedestrian’s injuries required immediate attention, and crews worked to stabilize the person at the scene. The victim was later prepared for further medical evaluation, though details about their condition have not been released.
Officials reported that the suspect vehicle involved in the crash fled the area after the pedestrian was struck. Authorities have not shared information about the vehicle’s description. It is also not known whether the driver has been identified.
Authorities continue to investigate the hit-and-run pedestrian crash.
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