Pedestrian Killed on I495 Crash

Edgemoor, DE- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash in which a pedestrian was struck and killed on I495 northbound in Edgemoor this evening.

The preliminary investigation has determined that the crash occurred tonight, Thursday, January 22, 2015, at approximately 7:58 p.m., and has resulted in the death of a pedestrian. An unknown male subject was attempting to cross the northbound lanes of I495 north of Edgemoor Road. The victim was then struck by an unknown make and model vehicle that had been traveling in a northbound direction on I495. The force of the collision knocked the victim to the ground where he was then struck by multiple vehicles which were also traveling northbound on I495. The victim, who was crossing the roadway, was pronounced dead at the scene.

All of the striking vehicles did not remain at the scene.

I495 northbound north of Edgemoor Road was closed for approximately 2.5 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit. The identification of the male pedestrian has not been determined at this time. His name will be released after he is positively identified and his next of kin has been notified.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident, they are asked to contact Master Corporal J. Aube at Troop 2, Glasgow, at 302-365-8483. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet atwww.tipsubmit.com, or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword "DSP."

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.

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Troopers Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

Edgemoor, DE- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash which has left a pedestrian dead that occurred this evening in Edgemoor.

Troopers are currently on the scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred in Edgemoor this evening. The preliminary investigation has determined that the crash occurred tonight, Thursday, January 22, 2015, at approximately 7:58 p.m., and has resulted in the death of a pedestrian. All lanes of I495 northbound are currently closed from Philadelphia Pike to Edgemoor Road and commuters are asked to avoid the area and find alternate means of travel.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Crash Reconstruction Unit.

The investigation into the crash is in its preliminary stages. More information will be released as the investigation progresses.

Released: 012215 2100