Pedestrian critical following crash on route 1

A pedestrian-involved accident early Sunday morning has left a woman in critical condition.

A 48-year old New York woman was walking across the northbound route 1 lanes in the area of Rehoboth Ave. around 1 a.m. illegally, where she crossed the path of a Toyota Celica, operated by a 19-year old Rehoboth man.

The victim was treated on scene before being transported to Beebe Hospital with significant traumatic injuries. Once stabilized the victim was transferred to Christiana Hospital where she was admitted in critical condition.

The Toyota operator sustained no injuries. Drug or alcohol involvement is not being considered a factor on his behalf.

The northbound lanes of Coastal Highway were closed for approximately 3 hours while the crash scene was processed.

No charges have been filed at this time.

The investigation is ongoing.