Smyrna – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a single vehicle fatal crash that occurred this afternoon south of Smyrna.

The incident occurred around 2:38 p.m. May 22, 2021 as a 2019 Toyota Corolla was traveling southbound on Ryan Road, south of Sunnyside Road. For undetermined reasons, the vehicle drove off the east side of the roadway and struck a large pine tree and came to a stop.

The 62-year-old female operator from Smyrna, and sole occupant, was properly restrained and was pronounced dead at the scene. Identification is pending notification of next of kin.

Ryan Road was closed between Sunnyside Road and Brenford Road for approximately two and a half hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating the crash. Anyone with information regarding the incident should contact MCpl. J. Lane by calling 302-697-4454. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com .

*Traffic Advisory* Delaware State Police Investigating Serious Crash- Smyrna

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Released: 052221 2110

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