In the early hours of Saturday morning, tragedy struck in Newark, Delaware as a woman lost her life in a car crash at Rittenhouse Park. The incident occurred on the 200 block of West Chestnut Hill Road, where a Ford F150 pick-up truck collided with a tree, resulting in the woman sustaining life-threatening injuries and ultimately passing away at the scene.
The driver connected to the incident is currently being sought by authorities, as they fled the scene before law enforcement arrived at the park. The identity of the deceased woman has not been released as of yet, leaving many in the community shocked and saddened by the events that transpired.
Witnesses reported hearing an argument prior to the crash, prompting police to respond to the scene. Upon arrival, officers discovered the aftermath of the collision and began their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. It is believed that the vehicle was traveling at high speeds, leading to it veering off the gravel roadway and striking the tree.
As the investigation continues, Rittenhouse Park has been closed to vehicles to allow authorities to gather evidence and piece together what happened. The park is expected to reopen on Monday, with pedestrians still welcome to visit the area. Residents in the neighborhood expressed their disbelief at the incident, noting that the park is typically a quiet and peaceful place.
„It’s just surprising because it’s really quiet here. We’re kind of tucked back in two cul-de-sacs and it’s a very peaceful and quiet community,“ said one resident, Phyllis Whaler. The community is hopeful that the driver responsible for the crash will be apprehended soon, bringing closure to the victim’s family and loved ones.
„It’s terrible. I don’t have any real words to say other than kind of despicable and I hope they catch the person and they can do the right thing for her family,“ expressed another neighbor, John Hornby. The community is rallying together in support of the victim and her family, urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
In the wake of this tragic event, the community of Newark is coming together to mourn the loss of a fellow resident and seek justice for the senseless act that took her life. As the investigation unfolds, authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Newark police at 302-366-7100. The community remains united in their quest for answers and closure, hoping to bring peace to the victim’s family during this difficult time.