Delaware State Police are conducting an investigation into a deadly pedestrian accident that took place Wednesday evening in New Castle.
Authorities were called to North DuPont Highway’s southbound lanes near Bacon Avenue around 9:50 p.m. on April 22, 2026, following reports of a vehicle striking a pedestrian. Initial findings show that a Ram 2500 pickup truck was driving behind a large truck when it switched lanes. At that moment, a pedestrian walked from Manor Park Shopping Center into the roadway, directly into the pickup’s path. The Ram’s front end collided with the pedestrian.
A 71-year-old New Castle resident was declared deceased at the crash site. Police are withholding his identity pending family notification.
The pickup truck’s operator, a 53-year-old New Castle man, along with his passenger, sustained no injuries in the incident.
Traffic was diverted for roughly three hours as investigators examined and cleared the accident scene.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their examination of this incident. Officials are requesting that anyone who saw the collision or possesses video footage contact Sergeant J. Jefferson at (302) 365-8484. Tips can also be submitted through private Facebook messages to Delaware State Police or by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Those affected by crime, witnessing incidents, or experiencing sudden loss can receive support through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center, available around the clock at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). Email assistance is also available at [email protected].
