Delaware State Police

Superintendent Colonel William Crotty

State Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Bear

Date Posted: Thursday, November 7th, 2024

The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred last night in Bear that left one man dead.

On November 6, 2024, at approximately 8:48 p.m., a blue 2016 Chevrolet Cruze was traveling westbound on Pulaski Highway, east of Wellington Drive in Bear. At the same time, a pedestrian was walking in the westbound lanes of Pulaski Highway, in the same area as the Chevrolet. For unknown reasons, the pedestrian entered the Chevrolet’s path of travel and was struck by the car.

The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man from Newark, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified.

The driver of the Chevrolet, a 22-year-old woman, and the 2-month-old passenger, both from Newark, Delaware, were not injured.

The roadway was closed for approximately 3 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 M. Calio by calling 302-365-8483. 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.