Delaware State Police are looking into a deadly single-vehicle accident that happened Tuesday morning on Oak Road in Bridgeville.
Around 9:05 a.m. on June 4, 2026, a Toyota Sequoia was heading south on Oak Road near Apple Tree Road when the driver attempted to overtake another vehicle in an area where passing is prohibited. According to initial findings, the Toyota was moving at what appeared to be an excessive speed while nearing a curve. The vehicle was unable to make it through the turn, flipped over, and went off the western edge of the roadway. The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was thrown from the vehicle.
The 17-year-old female driver from Lewes, Delaware, was transported to a nearby medical facility where she passed away. A 4-year-old passenger, who was secured in an appropriate car seat, was also taken to a hospital but sustained injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
Traffic was halted on the road for a considerable period while authorities examined and cleared the accident site.
The investigation remains active under the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Officials are requesting that anyone who saw the incident or has relevant details reach out to Sergeant A. Mitchell at (302) 703-3269. Tips can also be submitted through a private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
Those who have been affected by crime, witnessed incidents, or lost family members unexpectedly can receive help from the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center. Support and resources are accessible around the clock via their toll-free number at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). The Victim Services Unit can also be reached by email at [email protected].
