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Afternoon Crash Leaves Motorcyclist in Critical Condition
Released Saturday, August 23, 2008
Woodside – The
Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating
an afternoon crash the occurred on Dundee Road north of Jaac Lane
west of Woodside. Troopers responded to the single motorcycle crash
after it was reported at approximately 1:10 pm that a motorcycle
went off the road and crashed.
Investigators leaned a 1989 Honda Motorcycle, operated by Wesley C.
Stayton, 63 of Lincoln was traveling northbound on Dundee Rd when he
entered a left curve. For an unknown reason the motorcycle failed to
negotiate the curve and it exited the east edge of the road causing
the crash.
Mr.
Stayton was not wearing a helmet and suffered serious injuries. He
was flown by DSP helicopter to Christiana Hospital and admitted in
critical condition. Investigators are reporting speed was not a
factor and alcohol is not involved.
The
roadway was closed for approximately 1 hour. The crash remains under
investigation.
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