Delaware

Two People Killed in Accident at William V Roth Jr Bridge in Saint Georges, DE

Published on: November 3, 2022

Date of Accident
October 31, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

William V Roth Jr. Bridge, Middletown, DE, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed two people at William V Roth Jr Bridge in Saint Georges, DE on October 31st, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 10:30 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer was headed southbound on Route 1 before it began having trouble traveling the incline of the road. The truck is said to have been moving slowly as a result before a Hyundai Elantra changes lanes to attempt to go around the truck before hitting the rear of the truck. The truck came to a stop following the collision before it was hit by a Toyota Sequoia and caught fire. Two people in the vehicle suffered fatal injuries. Additional information was not immediately.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Delaware State Police
Vehicles Involved
Toyota Sequoia, Hyundai Elantra, Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
William V Roth Jr Bridge
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota Sequoia, Hyundai Elantra and Tractor-trailer were involved in a crash

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