Wilmington, DE — April 18, 2026, 2:20 p.m. A crash on Concord Pike resulted in one fatality and the arrest of a Wilmington woman.
A 72-year-old Newark man, driving a Toyota Prius, was struck while turning left from Rocky Run Parkway onto Concord Pike by a Ford Taurus that allegedly ran a red light, according to Delaware State Police. The Prius had a green left-turn signal at the time of the incident.
The man was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His name will be released following family notification.
The Taurus driver, 35-year-old Michelle Palazzolo of Wilmington, faces charges including second-degree vehicular manslaughter and driving under the influence of alcohol. She sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was also taken to a hospital. Authorities noted she exhibited signs of impairment.
Concord Pike remained closed for over three hours as emergency responders managed the scene.
Delaware State Police continue their investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact police or Delaware Crime Stoppers.