Elderly Driver Killed in Single Vehicle Crash in Milford; Police Investigate

MILFORD, Del. – The Milford Police Department is investigating a fatal single vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday morning.

On Oct. 13, at 9:55 a.m., a 2011 Cadillac SRX SUV was travelling southbound on South DuPont Boulevard (Rt. 113), just south of Old Shawnee Road, when, for an unknown reason, the vehicle crossed into the median into the northbound lane. The vehicle continued to travel before striking a guardrail, leaving the roadway, and coming to a stop in the wooded area just north of Marvel Road. 

The sole occupant, a 78-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

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

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information is asked to contact Corporal H. Simpson at (302) 422-8081. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333, or submitting a tip online here.