One Killed, One Injured in Del. Motorcycle Crash

HARRINGTON, DE.- A motorcyclist was killed in a crash involving a tractor-trailer in Harrington.

Delaware State Police say a Freightliner was turning onto Fox Hunters Road from Vernon Road when a Honda motorcycle hit the back of the trailer around 4 p.m. Tuesday.

Troopers say the motorcyclist was ejected.

Investigators say the driver of the motorcycle, a 31-year-old man from Denton, died at the scene. On Thursday, May 23rd, police identified the victim as 31-year-old Brandon Williams of Denton, Maryland.

The driver of the Freightliner, a 58-year-old man from Laurel, was not injured.

The roadway was closed for about three hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal W. Booth by calling (302) 698-8451. 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.

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