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NEW CASTLE, DE — Delaware State Police have charged a New Castle man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a pedestrian early Wednesday morning.
Fatal New Castle Hit-and-Run Ends With Gun Arrest Read More
NEWARK, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash Tuesday evening at the intersection of Churchmans Road and Center Point Plaza in Newark.
High-Speed Newark Motorcycle Crash Turns Tragically Fatal Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania drivers can expect increased enforcement through the end of May as state officials launch a statewide seat belt campaign aimed at reducing preventable crash deaths.
Seat Belt Crackdown Begins as Fatalities Remain Preventable Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Traffic fatalities in Pennsylvania dropped to their lowest level on record in 2025, even as officials warn that risky driving behaviors continue to pose serious dangers on …
Traffic Deaths Hit Record Low in PA, But Risks Remain Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — A 26-year-old man was killed in a high-speed two-vehicle crash Thursday night, according to Delaware State Police.
Speeding Crash Turns Deadly After Violent Rear-End Collision Read More
NEW CASTLE, DE — A 71-year-old man was killed Wednesday night after being struck by a vehicle while entering a highway, according to Delaware State Police.
Pedestrian Killed After Entering Highway, Police Probe Crash Read More
NEWARK, DE — A two-vehicle crash in Newark last weekend has resulted in a fatality, according to Delaware State Police.
One Dead After Rear-End Crash on Newark Road Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle early Sunday morning in West Chester, according to borough police.
Pedestrian Struck, Killed in Early Morning West Chester Crash Read More
HATBORO, PA — A 52-year-old woman is accused of leaving the scene after a crash involving a juvenile bicyclist last month, according to Hatboro Police.
Driver Accused of Fleeing Crash That Struck Juvenile Bicyclist Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Traffic deaths in the United States declined sharply in 2025, reaching one of the lowest fatality rates ever recorded, according to federal safety officials.
U.S. Traffic Deaths Drop to Near-Record Low in 2025 Read More