Delaware State Police are working to determine what caused a deadly early-morning collision in Lewes that claimed the life of a young Sussex County woman.
The fatal accident happened around 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, when a Kia Forte heading north on Coastal Highway near Nassau Road failed to navigate a gentle bend in the roadway. Investigators say the vehicle veered off the eastern side of the highway and collided with a pole supporting a traffic signal.
The 23-year-old driver from Millsboro was not wearing a seatbelt and died at the crash site, according to police. Authorities are holding her identity while they notify her relatives.
Emergency crews shut down the highway for about three hours to examine the scene and remove the wreckage.
The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues examining the circumstances that led to the crash. Corporal Grade One K. Marvel is asking anyone who saw the accident or has relevant information to call (302) 703-3267. Tips can also be submitted through the Delaware State Police Facebook page or Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
Families affected by sudden deaths or traumatic incidents can access support through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center, which provides round-the-clock assistance at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or via email at [email protected].
