Lewes- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a single vehicle that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on July 17, 2019 at approximately 7:06 p.m., when a 2018 Jeep Wrangler was traveling westbound on John J. Williams Highway (SR 24) crossing the Love Creek Bridge. After crossing the bridge, the operator lost control, and the vehicle crossed over the eastbound travel lane of John J. Williams Highway and exited the roadway. Upon exiting the roadway, the Wrangler proceeded over a raised curb, crossed through a grass yard, and struck an unoccupied residence located in the 20000 block of John J. Williams Highway.

The operator, a 67-year-old male from Millsboro, DE was properly restrained and transported to the Beebe Medical Center where he was later pronounced deceased.  His name is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

Troopers are continuing their investigation into this incident and preliminary reports suggest the driver may have suffered a medical condition prior to the crash.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@delaware.gov.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released:071819 1029

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