DSP News Release:   Preliminary Release of Serious Motor Vehicle Crash with Road Closure 

Location:

• SR#1 at the Christiana Mall, Newark, DE

Date of Occurrence:

• Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 2:20 p.m.

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Newark-The Delaware State Police are currently on-scene of a serious motor vehicle crash at SR#1 in the area of the Christiana Mall, Newark.

Troopers are advising that SR#1 in both directions is closed between DE#273 and Churchmans Road and will remain closed for an extended period of time.  Troopers are advising motorists to avoid the area completely and plan alternate routes.  An updated release will be provided as information related to the crash investigation becomes available.

Released:  071711 1430