Delmar woman, 11-year-old girl identified as victims in fatal motorcycle crash
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Delmar Woman, 11-Year-Old Girl Identified as Victims in Fatal Motorcycle Crash

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September 1, 2026

DELMAR, DEL. – Delaware State Police have identified a 36-year-old woman and an 11-year-old girl as the two people killed in a motorcycle crash Saturday in Delmar.

Hilary Brooks, 36, and Mia Brooks, 11, both of Delmar, died in the crash, state police announced Monday. Their names were released as investigators continued working to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit is leading the investigation. Troopers are asking witnesses and anyone who may have video connected to the crash to contact investigators.

Key Points

  • Delaware State Police identified Hilary Brooks, 36, and Mia Brooks, 11, as the two people killed.
  • Both victims were from Delmar, Delaware, and died following a motorcycle crash Saturday.
  • The Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit is seeking witnesses and video related to the collision.

Police Identify Two Victims in Delmar Motorcycle Crash

State police released the victims’ identities Monday in an update to the investigation into Saturday’s fatal motorcycle crash.

Hilary Brooks and Mia Brooks were both residents of Delmar, according to Delaware State Police. Police identified them as the two people who died but did not provide additional information about their relationship in Monday’s update.

The investigation remains active, with the Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit working to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.

State police did not announce any findings Monday assigning fault or indicating whether charges are expected.

Delaware State Police Seek Witnesses and Video

Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or possesses relevant video to contact Delaware State Police Sergeant A. Mitchell at 302-703-3269.

Tips can also be submitted through the Delaware State Police Facebook page or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.

Delaware State Police also reminded people affected by a sudden death that its Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center provide assistance and resources around the clock. The toll-free hotline is 1-800-VICTIM-1, or 1-800-842-8461.

Who were the victims in the Delmar motorcycle crash?
Delaware State Police identified the victims as Hilary Brooks, 36, and Mia Brooks, 11, both of Delmar, Delaware.

When did the fatal Delmar motorcycle crash happen?
The crash occurred Saturday in Delmar. State police released the identities of the two victims Monday.

Is the Delmar motorcycle crash still under investigation?
Yes. The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating and is seeking witnesses or anyone with video of the collision.

Sources: Delaware State Police update, Aug. 31, 2026.

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