Pedestrian, 71, killed in crash in New Castle, Delaware

A pedestrian was killed in a crash Wednesday night in New Castle, according to Delaware State Police.

Officials said the crash happened at approximately 9:50 p.m. on the southbound lanes of North Dupont Highway, near Bacon Avenue.

According to police, preliminary investigation indicated that a Ram 2500 was traveling behind a tractor trailer on North Dupont Highway and changed lanes. At the same time, a man entered the road from the Manor Park Shopping Center and walked into the path of the Ram, causing the truck to hit the pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a 71-year-old man from New Castle, died at the scene.

Police did not release his name as his family has yet to be notified.

The Ram’s driver, a 53-year-old man from New Castle, and a passenger were not injured in the crash.

Investigators ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has video, to contact Sergeant J. Jefferson at (302) 365-8484. 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.