Delaware State Police are working to determine what led to a deadly motorcycle accident that claimed the life of a Newark man Tuesday evening.
The fatal collision happened around 6:00 p.m. on May 5, 2026, along Christiana Road close to Harmony Road. According to investigators, a Honda CBR motorcycle was heading east in the left lane when an Audi Q5 began making a left turn from the opposite direction into McIntosh Plaza. The motorcycle’s front end collided with the SUV’s passenger side, throwing the rider from his bike.
Emergency responders transported the motorcyclist, a 34-year-old Newark resident, to a nearby hospital where he died from his injuries. Police are not releasing his identity while they notify his family members.
The 37-year-old Bear man driving the Audi was not hurt in the crash.
Traffic along the busy roadway came to a standstill for about two and a half hours as investigators documented the scene and crews cleared the wreckage.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into the deadly accident. Authorities are asking anyone who saw what happened or has video footage to reach out to Corporal K. Oakes at (302) 365-8483. Tips can also be submitted through private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Families affected by sudden death or crime can access support services 24/7 through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center by calling 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or emailing [email protected].
