Fatal Crash

Bicyclist Killed in Crash with Charter Bus in Laurel, Delaware

By Nationwide Report Staff
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Incident record

Incident record

Date

October 6, 2026

Time

4:20 p.m.

Roadway

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Location

Laurel, Sussex County, DE

State

Delaware

Vehicles

2

Injuries

Injuries reported

Fatalities

1 fatality

Agency

State Capitol Police

Report

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A bicyclist died following a crash involving a charter bus in Laurel, Delaware, the Delaware State Police reported.

The crash happened on October 6, 2026 at approximately 4:20 p.m., according to police. Investigators said the collision involved a Van Hool Charter Bus and a bicyclist, though further details about how the crash occurred have not been released.

The bicyclist died as a result of the crash, according to the Delaware State Police. No additional injuries have been reported at this time.

The Delaware State Police is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. No further information about the identities of those involved has been released.

This report will be updated as officials release more information.

Source: Reported by DE - Delaware State Police
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