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Troopers Investigate Fatal Crash at Gravel Hill Road and Sand Hill Road west of Milton

Released-Monday, March 24, 2008

Milton-State Police collision reconstruction investigators have released additional details concerning the afternoon vehicle crash reported earlier today.

Upon arrival at the scene, investigators learned that a 2006 Dodge Caravan operated by Linda J. Ulrich, 65, of Georgetown was traveling west bound on Sand Hill Road approaching Gravel Hill Road.

The van failed to stop for a posted stop sign and continued into the intersection.  As the Dodge Caravan entered the intersection, a 2005 Dodge truck operated by David A. Amalfitano, 38, of New Castle was traveling northbound on Gravel Hill Road. The truck struck the left side of the van in the intersection.

Ulrich was wearing a seatbelt and was pronounced dead at the scene.  Amalfitano was also wearing a seatbelt and was flown to Peninsula Regional Medical Center. He is currently listed in stable condition. 

Alcohol is believed not to be a factor in the crash. The crash remains under investigation.   Gravel Hill Road (SR30) between RT 16 and Sand Hill Road was closed for approximately one hour while investigators examined the scene. 

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 ****Preliminary News Release****

Fatal Crash Gravel Hill Road and Sand Hill Road

Released-Monday, March 24, 2008

Milton-Members of the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are currently on the scene of a serious vehicle crash involving two vehicles. 

The incident occurred at approximately 4:00 p.m. today.  At this time, there is one reported fatality.  Gravel Hill Road (SR30) between RT 16 and Sand Hill Road is closed.  Motorist should seek alternative routes and delays are likely. Supplementary information will be released when it becomes available. 

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