Newark, DE—Oct. 12, 2026, 1:02 p.m. ET—Authorities have identified a 93-year-old man who died after being struck by a vehicle in Newark on Oct. 9.
First responders arrived at the intersection of Library Avenue and East Delaware Avenue around 7:20 p.m. and located Mohammed Aljadir critically injured. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
According to the Newark Police Department, the circumstances of the crash remain under investigation. No other vehicles were reported involved, and no other injuries were noted.
Traffic delays occurred in the area as emergency services responded. The police have not released details about the driver involved. Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.