Newark Man Dies After Motorcycle Crash in Stanton
July 15, 2026, 5:52 p.m. ET — A 25-year-old Newark man has died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash in Stanton, according to Delaware State Police.
Jose Vergara Guadarrama lost control of his motorcycle while traveling south on Route 7 (Limestone Road) and struck a curb at approximately 11 p.m. on July 12. He succumbed to his injuries the following day.
Authorities report that Guadarrama was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. Emergency services responded promptly, and he was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and no additional details about contributing factors have been released.
Route 7 was temporarily closed for the investigation, with traffic being diverted to adjacent roads. Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to contact the Delaware State Police.