Delaware State Police
News Release

Update – The name of the operator that died in the fatal crash was David E. Rowe Jr., 26 of Georgetown.

Georgetown Man Dies in Fatal Crash – Inclement Road Conditions Believed to be Factor

Released Monday, January 19, 2009

Harbeson – The Delaware State Police are investigating an overnight crash that claimed the life of a 26 year old Georgetown man.

Early this morning at approximately 1:31 am, a trooper on patrol was traveling westbound on SR 9 just west of Hudson Road when they came upon a single vehicle crash. The operator of the vehicle was deceased.

The investigation revealed a 1995 Ford Mustang, operated by the Georgetown man, was traveling westbound on SR 9 when it crossed over the opposite lane of travel and exited the south edge of the roadway. The Mustang then struck a tree. The operator who was not wearing a seatbelt died from injuries sustained.

Investigators believe that speed and weather conditions were contributing factors to the crash. Due to the recent snow fall in the area the roadway did have ice and snow on it. Alcohol use is currently unknown and the crash remains under investigation. The identity of the operator will be released later today after authorities conclude next of kin notifications.

 

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