The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred last night in Cheswold that left one man dead.
On May 30, 2025, at approximately 7:47 p.m., a Suzuki ZR9 motorcycle was traveling southbound on North Dupont Highway, in the left lane, approaching Rose Bowl Road. At the same time, a Toyota Sienna was traveling eastbound on Rose Bowl Road, stopped at the stop sign at North Dupont Highway. The preliminary investigation revealed the Sienna proceeded to cross the southbound lanes of North Dupont Highway and entered the motorcycle’s path of travel. As a result, the motorcycle hit the driver’s side of the Sienna, ejecting the driver.
The motorcyclist, a 22-year-old man from Dover, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital where he later died. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.
The driver of the Toyota, a 74-year-old man from Smyrna, Delaware, sustained a minor injury and refused transport to the hospital.
The roadway was closed for an extended period while the scene was investigated and cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal J. Lane by calling (302) 698-8457. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
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