Fatal Hit-and-Run Incident Under Investigation in New Castle
NEW CASTLE, DE — A hit-and-run accident resulted in the death of a pedestrian on South Dupont Highway on Sept. 8 around 8 p.m. According to Delaware State Police, the victim was struck while walking northbound in the southbound lanes, just south of Pulaski Highway.
Authorities stated that the vehicle involved fled the scene. The impact propelled the pedestrian into a wooded area. Emergency Medical Services located the individual shortly thereafter while responding to another incident.
The southbound lanes of South Dupont Highway were closed for approximately four hours during the investigation. As of now, the identity of the victim remains unknown, and no further details about their age or gender have been released.
The investigation is ongoing, and police urge anyone with information to contact (302) 365-8417. Tips can also be submitted via private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.