Fatal Crash
Pedestrian Killed in New Castle Crash Involving Toyota Corolla
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September 17, 2026
7:30 p.m.
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New Castle, New Castle County, DE
Delaware
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Injuries reported
1 fatality
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A pedestrian died Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle in New Castle, according to Delaware State Police.
The crash occurred at approximately 7:30 p.m. on September 17, 2026, when a Toyota Corolla was traveling in the area and struck the pedestrian, police said. The exact location within New Castle has not been publicly specified.
The pedestrian died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash, according to Delaware State Police. No additional injuries have been reported in connection with the incident.
Delaware State Police have not released further details regarding the circumstances that led to the crash. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
This report will be updated as officials release more information.
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