Crime & Safety
Kent County, DE Crash Kills Man After Pickup Leaves Road Tuesday Oct 27
Felton, DE – A 63 year old man was killed early Tuesday morning, Oct. 27, after his pickup truck left a roadway in Kent County, entered a deep ditch and struck a tree, prompting a fatal crash investig
By Marcus Hale · 2026-10-27T18:38:09.386Z
Felton, DE – A 63 year old man was killed early Tuesday morning, Oct. 27, after his pickup truck left a roadway in Kent County, entered a deep ditch and struck a tree, prompting a fatal crash investigation by Delaware State Police.
According to Delaware State Police, the collision occurred at approximately 3:45 a.m. along Spectrum Farms Road, east of Spider Web Road, in the Felton area.
Investigators reported that a Chevrolet Silverado was traveling westbound when it crossed off the south side of the roadway.
The pickup entered a deep ditch before striking a tree, according to preliminary findings.
The driver, identified only as a 63 year old Felton resident, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities said the man was not properly restrained at the time of the collision.
His identity is being withheld until family members have been notified.
Road Closed During Investigation
Spectrum Farms Road was closed for approximately three hours while emergency personnel investigated the collision and cleared the scene.
The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
Officials have not released information about what caused the Silverado to leave the roadway or whether speed, weather or other factors contributed.
The crash occurred along a rural stretch of Spectrum Farms Road in Kent County, where the roadway passes through wooded areas.
Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has information about the incident to contact Master Cpl. W. Booth at 302 698 8451 .
Information may also be submitted through Delaware State Police's official Facebook page or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800 847 3333 .
Delaware State Police also reminded residents that victim assistance services are available around the clock through the Delaware Victim Center at 800 842 8461 .
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be released as troopers work to determine the cause of the crash.