WILMINGTON, DE — Delaware State Police are conducting an investigation into a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred late Friday night on Kirkwood Highway. The incident, which tragically resulted in the death of a Wilmington resident, happened on April 25, 2025, at approximately 11:24 p.m.
According to the police, a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee was traveling westbound in the left lane of Kirkwood Highway near the intersection of North Woodward Avenue. For reasons yet to be determined, a pedestrian entered the roadway from the north side and crossed into the SUV’s path. The vehicle struck the pedestrian, identified by authorities as 43-year-old Thomas Pusey of Wilmington, Delaware.
Mr. Pusey was pronounced dead at the scene due to injuries sustained in the collision. The driver of the Jeep, a 31-year-old man also from Wilmington, was not injured during the incident.
The accident prompted a temporary closure of the roadway for roughly two hours while authorities conducted their on-site investigation and cleared the scene.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Individuals with information about the collision or who may have witnessed the events are encouraged to contact Master Corporal J. Forester by calling 302-365-8485. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-847-3333.
Authorities are expected to release further updates as new information becomes available.
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