Date Posted: Sunday, March 1st, 2026
WILMINGTON, DE — A fatal motorcycle crash occurred Friday afternoon, claiming the life of 29-year-old Brian Silva of New Castle.
According to the Delaware State Police, the incident involved one motorcycle and is currently under investigation by the Collision Reconstruction Unit. The precise location and time of the crash were not disclosed.
Authorities confirmed that there were no other vehicles involved. Silva sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Medical personnel from the Wilmington Fire Department responded to the incident.
Delaware State Police are urging any witnesses or individuals with information to contact Master Corporal R. Kunicki at (302) 365-8417. Information can also be shared via private message to the Delaware State Police or by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
For those affected by this incident, support resources are available through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or via email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.