Wilmington – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal hit and run crash involving a pedestrian that was reported at approximately 1:50 a.m., Tuesday, February 26, 2019.

The initial investigation has determined that an unknown vehicle was traveling southbound on Governor Printz Blvd. in the right lane, just south of Seton Drive, and struck a 49 year old Wilmington man, who was walking in the roadway. The victim was thrown in a southerly direction, coming to rest on the right shoulder of southbound Governor Printz Blvd. The striking vehicle then fled the scene without stopping.

The victim was discovered by a passing motorist so an exact time of the crash is unknown at this time.

The victim, who was pronounced deceased at the scene, was wearing all dark clothing, with no reflective material and was not carrying a light. Impairment on his behalf is undetermined at this time.

The southbound lanes of Governor Printz Blvd. were closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. J. Breen of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8486.

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

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of 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 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:022619 0612

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