State Police Investigate Crash Involving A Pedestrian, Milford

Location: Bay Road (US113/SR1) north of Williamsburg Drive, Milford, DE

Date of Occurrence: Thursday May 16, 2013 at approximately 10:15 p.m.

Operator and Vehicle Information:

Operator #1: Anthony P. Smith, 53, Magnolia, DE
Vehicle #1: 2013 Hyundai Accent
Passenger: 16 year old female, Magnolia, DE

Pedestrian: Brandon A. Williams, 18, Milford, DE

Resume:
Milford, DE- The Delaware State Police is investigating a crash involving a pedestrian that occurred late last night.

The incident occurred at approximately 10:15 p.m. as Anthony P. Smith was operating a 2013 Hyundai Accent southbound in the left lane of Bay Road (US113/SR1) approaching Williamsburg Drive north of Milford. Brandon A. Williams was attempting to cross the southbound lanes of traffic from the center median when he was struck by the Accent in the left lane.

Brandon Williams was removed from the scene by EMS and transported to Milford Memorial Hospital where he was admitted with non-life-threatening injuries. He was cited for Crossing at other than a Crosswalk and Failure to Carry a Light on a Public Highway.

Anthony Smith and a 16 year old passenger, who were properly restrained, were not injured in the crash.

“Troopers remind pedestrians to use caution and safety when walking on or near roadways. If you must cross a roadway utilize appropriate cross walks and make sure to look left, then right, then left again before proceeding. When walking near a roadway always make yourself visible to drivers by wearing bright/light colored clothing and reflective materials. Pedestrians that are walking at night must carry a flashlight for added safety.”