Delaware State Police is investigating a serious industrial accident that occurred yesterday in Millsboro.

On February 20, 2024, at approximately 3:49 p.m., troopers were dispatched to WWC III Trucking, located at 34564 Pear Tree Road in Millsboro, for an industrial accident. Prior to troopers arriving, a 55-year-old man had been transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

Further investigation revealed that the victim was using a torch to cut the top off a barrel that previously contained a flammable liquid. The vapors in the barrel ignited causing an explosion that seriously injured the victim.

The case remains under investigation by Delaware State Police detectives.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

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