State Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Frederica

Date Posted: Sunday, July 28th, 2024

The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred yesterday in Frederica that left one man dead.

On July 27, 2024, at approximately 2:41 p.m., a Kawasaki ZR1 motorcycle was traveling southbound on Bay Road approaching Frederica Road at an apparent high rate of speed. The preliminary investigation revealed that the motorcycle entered exit 86 and failed to negotiate a curve as it attempted to enter Frederica Road southbound. The driver lost control and was ejected from the motorcycle.

The driver of the Kawasaki, a 36-year-old man from Felton, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

Frederica Road was closed for approximately 2 1/2 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal W. Booth by calling 302-698-8451. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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