Fiery Single-Vehicle Crash in Milford Kills One

MILFORD, Del. – Delaware State Police (DSP) are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred on Wednesday night.

At approximately 8:35 p.m. on Oct. 15, a Ford Mustang was traveling northbound on Bay Road, just north of Jenkins Pond Road. For reasons still under investigation, the Mustang left the east side of the roadway, struck a tree, and as a result, caught on fire while the driver was still inside.

The driver, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead at the scene.

DSP Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Master Corporal J. Lane at (302) 698-8547. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.