Date Posted: Sunday, May 17th, 2026
The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Saturday afternoon in Wilmington.
On May 16, 2026, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a Harley-Davidson Street Bob motorcycle was traveling northbound on Limestone Road (DE 7) at the intersection with Ocheltree Lane. At the same time, a Honda Accord was turning left from the southbound left-turn lane at the same intersection. Authorities said the Honda crossed into the motorcycle’s path, prompting the operator to attempt to lay the motorcycle down to avoid a collision.
The motorcycle slid and struck the Honda, ejecting the 38-year-old male operator from Wilmington, Delaware. He was transported to a local hospital where he later died, pending family notification. The driver of the Honda, a 77-year-old female from Edgewood, Maryland, reported no injuries.
The roadway was closed for approximately four hours during the investigation. The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating the incident. Authorities urge witnesses or anyone with information to contact Senior Corporal D. McKenna at (302) 365-8486, or send a private message to the Delaware State Police.
For support, victims or witnesses can reach out to the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or email DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.