The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred this morning in Rehoboth Beach that left one woman dead.
On March 31, 2025, at approximately 7:58 a.m., a Dodge Ram was backing onto the sidewalk to load mulch in the parking lot of Walmart, located at 18922 Rehoboth Mall Boulevard in Rehoboth Beach. At the same time, a pedestrian was standing behind the Dodge, intending to guide the driver back. The investigation revealed that when the Dodge reversed, it hit the pedestrian and pinned her against the building.
The pedestrian, a 66-year-old woman from Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her name is being withheld until her family is notified.
The driver of the Dodge, a 76-year-old man, also from Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, was not injured.
The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal K. Argo by calling (302) 703-3264. 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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