DSP Investigates Pedestrian Killed While Lying in Harrington Roadway

HARRINGTON, Del. – The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian involved crash that occurred on Monday night in Harrington.

On Jul. 13, at 10:45 p.m., a Chevrolet Silverado was traveling westbound near the 1500 block of Whiteleysburg Road. A preliminary investigation revealed that a pedestrian was reportedly lying in the roadway. The Silverado was unable to stop quickly, and struck the pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a 62-year-old man from Harrington, was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

The driver of the Silverado, a 17-year-old male from Milton, was not injured.

The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

Troopers ask anyone who has information about the crash to contact Sergeant M. Long at (302) 698-8518. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police(Opens in a new window.) or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers(Opens in a new window.) at 1-800-847-3333.