Fatal Crash in Millsboro Under Investigation

Millsboro, DE - Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred in Millsboro on Friday afternoon.

The crash happened on November 7, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m. on John J. Williams Highway near Layton Davis Road. According to the preliminary investigation, a Dodge Ram traveling westbound crossed the center line and entered the eastbound lane, striking a Ford F-450 box truck.

The driver of the Dodge Ram, a 76-year-old man from Millsboro, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld pending notification of his family.

The driver of the Ford, a 63-year-old man from Cape Coral, Florida, was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

The highway was closed for several hours as investigators processed the scene.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate the incident. Authorities ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash to contact Senior Corporal J. Smith at (302) 703-3267. Information can also be provided through the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.