Updated Aug. 31, 2026, 3:58 p.m. ET
A motorcycle crash in Delmar, Delaware, on Aug. 29 resulted in the deaths of 36-year-old Hilary Brooks and her 11-year-old daughter Mia Brooks.
According to the Delaware State Police, the incident involved a single motorcycle. Emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly after the collision, but both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating the crash. Authorities urge anyone with information or video footage to contact Sergeant A. Mitchell at (302) 703-3269 or reach out via Facebook Messenger to the Delaware State Police.
Tidalhealth Nanticoke, where Hilary worked, expressed condolences to the family, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the loss of a member of our TidalHealth family.”
Community members, including local bikers, have shared tributes on social media, highlighting the impact Hilary and Mia had on those around them.
As tributes continue to pour in, one local resident called for a biker memorial ride to honor the victims, emphasizing the significant connections within the community.