State Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crash in Milford

Troopers continue to seek information about the crash. Anyone who witnessed the incident or may have information is asked to contact Master Cpl. W. Booth at (302) 698-8451.

MILFORD, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a 74-year-old Harrington man Monday night.

The incident occurred around 8:10 p.m. on March 23 along Milford-Harrington Highway, just east of Church Hill Road. According to investigators, an unknown vehicle was traveling westbound when it struck a pedestrian who was also walking westbound, possibly within the roadway.

The driver fled the scene in an unknown direction.

The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries. Authorities are withholding his name pending notification of family members.

The roadway was closed for an extended period as the Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit conducted an on-scene investigation.

Troopers continue to seek information about the crash. Anyone who witnessed the incident or may have information is asked to contact Master Cpl. W. Booth at (302) 698-8451. Tips can also be submitted via private message to Delaware State Police on social media or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Support services are available for victims and families affected by sudden loss through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and the Delaware Victim Center.