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State of Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security
Division of State Police
Superintendent Robert M. Coupe |
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Updated DSP News Release #1: Thursday, August 20, 2009- Fatal Pedestrian Crash on Route 13
New Castle- The vehicle involved in this crash was a 2004 Lexus LS430 operated by Earl Price, 50, of New Castle.
The pedestrian has been identified as Chris Wolverton, 48, of Illinois.
This crash occurred as the Lexus was traveling northbound on Route 13 in the left center lane approaching School Lane with a green light. The pedestrian was standing in the grass near the IHOP restaurant, preparing to cross the highway and return to the Quality Inn next to the New Castle County Airport.
Witnesses stated that the pedestrian began to run across the road (not in a marked crosswalk), and ran directly into the path of the Lexus resulting in the impact. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Alcohol is considered a factor in this crash on the part of the pedestrian.
This crash remains under investigation and no charges have been filed.
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News Release: Wednesday, August 19, 2009- Fatal Pedestrian Crash on Route 13
Location: Route 13 northbound at School Lane, New Castle, Delaware, New Castle County
Date of Occurrence: Wednesday, August 19, 2009, 9:31 p.m.
Resume: Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit Members are currently investigating a fatal pedestrian related crash which occurred this evening on Route 13 northbound at School Lane.
This crash involved a single vehicle and a male pedestrian. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Traffic is light and getting by with little difficulty.
A more complete release will be provided tomorrow before noon when the details of this crash are known and confirmed.
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