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Dover Man Dies in Fatal Crash Released Sunday, September 07, 2008 Clayton – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 29-year-old man Dover man. Troopers responded to the two vehicle crash on Sudlersville Rd west of Downes Chapel Rd last night at approximately 10:06 pm. Investigators learned a 2002 Dodge Caravan, operated by Vaughn L. Harris, 29 of Dover, was westbound on Sudlersville Road traveling behind a 1996 Buick Roadmaster, operated by Terrance D. Brooks, 29 of Centerville,MD . For an unknown reason, the Caravan ran into the rear bumper of the Roadmaster with its front bumper causing the crash. As a result, the Caravan traveled off the north edge of the road striking a utility pole and eventually overturning several times in a field landing on its roof. Mr. Harris was pronounced dead at the scene. Mr. Brooks was taken to Kent General Hospital for minor injuries and released. Both subjects were wearing seatbelts and alcohol use is currently unknown. The roadway was shut down for approximately 4 hours and has since been reopened. The crash remains under investigation. |
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