Delaware

Heather Rodriguez Killed in Accident at Route 40 in Newark, DE

Published on: May 24, 2023

Date of Accident
May 22, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Heather Rodriguez
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Route 40, Newark, Delaware, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a person at Route 40 in Newark, DE on May 22nd, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 9:30 a.m. According to investigators, a Hyundai Sonata was involved in a collision with a dump truck. Police say the dump truck was rear ended and an occupant of the Hyundai, identified as 31-year-old Heather Rodriguez, suffered fatal injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Delaware State Police
Vehicles Involved
Hyundai Sonata, Dump Truck
Road/Highway
Route 40
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Hyundai Sonata collided with a dump truck

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