Dover Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Dover Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that left a man dead last night. Police received a call about the crash around 9:30. According to their investigation, 2014 Ford Focus, driven by an 82-year-old man from Dover, was headed south on North DuPont Highway approaching Kings Highway NE. At the same time, a pedestrian was crossing the roadway south of the intersection heading west. As the vehicle crossed over Kings Highway NE, the pedestrian continued to cross North DuPont Highway. At this time, the vehicle struck him. The pedestrian was not wearing any reflective material. The driver of the vehicle was not injured. The identity of the man who was killed is being withheld pending notification of his family. Officers rendered aid, and the 57-year-old man from Dover was transported to Bayhealth Kent Campus for treatment, however he later died as a result of his injuries.
Additional Information from Dover Police:
The Dover Police Department is still evaluating the facts of this case and requests that anyone with information contact Dover Police Department at (302) 736- 7130. If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance. You can contact the Victim Services Unit at 302-736-7134 or by email at Casey.Wilson@cj.state.de.us
