Middletown – Delaware State Police have concluded their investigation into a collision which occurred at approximately 1:54 p.m. on Monday October 2nd, 2017 at the intersection of Hyetts Corner Rd. and US 13 southbound.

The investigation revealed that a 2001 Mack Dump Truck operated by a 67 year old Newark man was attempting to turn from Hyetts Corner eastbound onto US 13 northbound, proceeding with a green light. A 2009 Volvo tractor trailer operated by Victor Nyanteng, 65, of Hillside NJ was travelling US 13 southbound and proceeded through the intersection with Hyetts Corner Rd. against the red light at which time both vehicles collided.

Traffic on US 13 southbound was restricted for an extended period of time as both vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

The operator of the Mack dump truck was treated on scene and transported to Christiana Hospital with minor injuries.

Nyanteng who was uninjured, was cited for Failure To Stop At A Red Light.

Both operators were properly restrained and drugs or alcohol is not being considered as a factor.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 100317 1635

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