Driver killed after truck overturns in Georgetown crash
GEORGETOWN, Del. — A 23-year-old man was killed after his truck left the roadway and overturned in a single-vehicle crash in Georgetown.
The crash happened around 5:10 p.m. on March 22 along Zoar Road near Governor Stockley Road, according to Delaware State Police.
Investigators said a Chevrolet Silverado was traveling eastbound when it failed to navigate a curve, veered into a farm field and struck an irrigation system and a utility pole before flipping onto its roof.
The driver, identified as William Chilel-Ramirez of Millsboro, was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The roadway was closed for an extended period while crews investigated and cleared the scene.
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The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Master Corporal R. Albert at 302-703-3266 or submit tips through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.
Key Points
- 23-year-old driver killed in single-vehicle crash in Georgetown
- Truck left roadway, struck objects and overturned in field
- Investigation ongoing into cause of crash
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