DSP News Release:  Troopers on Scene of Mower Incident

Location: Hudson Road at Log Cabin Hill Road, Lewes, DE

Date and Time of Occurrence: Wednesday, October 05, 2011 at approximately 10:20 a.m.

Resume:   

Lewes, DE- The Delaware State Police are currently at the scene of an incident in which a lawn mower has struck an electrical power line on Hudson Road and Log Cabin Hill Road, Lewes, DE.

Initial indication is that a Delaware Department of Transportation worker struck an electrical power line while cutting grass in the area. The worker was injured; however, the extent of his injuries is unknown at this time. Electrical power in the area has also been disrupted. 

Log Cabin Hill Road has been shut down and commuters are asked to find alternate means of travel around the area.

The investigation into this incident is in its initial stages. More information will be released as it is received.

Released Wednesday, October 05, 2011 at 11:20 a.m.