Fatal Crash in Newark Results in Murder Conviction
June 8, 2026, 9:16 a.m. ET — A jury found Gordon Turner, 23, guilty of murder related to a fatal crash in Newark’s Main Street on June 5, 2025.
According to authorities, the driver was operating a stolen U-Haul when the vehicle crashed, resulting in the death of a University of Delaware graduate student. Turner was convicted on charges of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and several additional offenses.
Witnesses reported that the jury deliberated for less than a day following a week of testimony. The case highlighted issues of vehicle theft and public safety. Emergency responders reported multiple injuries from the crash, although specific details on the injured parties were not disclosed.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.