The Delaware State Police is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred Thursday evening in New Castle.
On September 17, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a Toyota Corolla was traveling northbound in the right lane of North Dupont Highway, north of Stahl Avenue. At the same time, a pedestrian walked across the northbound lanes of travel into the path of the Toyota. As a result, the Toyota struck the pedestrian.
The pedestrian, a 57-year-old woman from Wilmington, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital where she was pronounced dead. Her name is being withheld until her family is notified.
The driver of the Toyota, an 18-year-old New Castle woman, was not injured.
The roadway was closed for approximately 2.5 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.
The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the collision, or has related video, to contact Corporal M. DiMaio by calling (302) 365-8254. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or has lost a loved one to a sudden death and needs 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.