MILLSBORO, Del. - Delaware State Police are investigating a pedestrian crash that killed 77-year-old Bruce Peterson.
State Police say the crash happened on Oct. 25 around 9:23 p.m., when Peterson was walking westbound along the shoulder of Long Neck Road eastbound, east of School Lane Road.
According to troopers, two cars, a Chrysler and a Ford, were driving eastbound on Long Neck Road when Peterson entered the eastbound travel lane. Troopers say Peterson was not carrying a light or wearing reflective clothing. The Chrysler reportedly braked rapidly and was struck in the rear by the Ford, while the front of the Chrysler struck Peterson.
Authorities say Peterson was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where he was admitted for life-threatening injuries. On Oct. 26, he reportedly died from his injuries. Troopers say the driver of the Chrysler, a 37-year-old woman, and the driver of the Ford, a 23-year-old woman, both from Millsboro, were not injured.
Long Neck Road eastbound was closed for approximately three hours while the scene was investigated and the roadway was cleared.
Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Sergeant J. Burns by calling (302) 703-3269. 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.



