Fatal Crash
Bicyclist Killed in Crash with Charter Bus in Laurel, Delaware

Incident record
October 6, 2026
4:20 p.m.
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Laurel, Sussex County, DE
Delaware
2
Injuries reported
1 fatality
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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.
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