The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred last night in Newark that left one man dead.
On November 5, 2024, at approximately 9:57 p.m., a blue 2012 Infiniti G37 was traveling southbound on Salem Church Road, south of Arthurs Drive. For reasons under investigation, the Infiniti failed to remain in its lane as it went off the right side of the roadway. The Infiniti continued traveling for approximately 30 feet before it struck a culvert and overturned several times. The Infiniti ultimately came to rest in a driveway on the 700 block of Salem Church Road. The driver and the passenger were ejected from the car as it overturned. The driver of the Infiniti has not been determined at this time and the crash remains under investigation.
The Infiniti was occupied by a 31-year-old man, and a 59-year-old man, both from Newark, Delaware. The 59-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified. The 31-year-old man was taken to an area hospital by EMS for non-life-threatening injuries.
The roadway was closed for approximately 5.5 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal J. Forester by calling 302-365-8485. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you 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.