The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash that occurred this morning in Camden that left one man dead.
On January 31, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., an unknown vehicle was traveling southbound on South Dupont Highway approaching Caboose Lane. At the same time, a pedestrian was walking eastbound, crossing the southbound lanes of South Dupont Highway. The preliminary investigation revealed that the unknown vehicle struck the pedestrian. The vehicle did not stop and continued southbound on South Dupont Highway. After the pedestrian was struck, he was hit by other vehicles that also did not stop.
The pedestrian, a 93-year-old man from Camden, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family has been notified.
South Dupont Highway was closed for approximately 4 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash or might have more information to contact Master Corporal J. Lane by calling (302) 698-8547. 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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