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Crash #1978100029 Crash #1978100029
Fatalities 1
State DELAWARE
County SUSSEX
City
Date April 26, 1978
Time 10:10 a.m.
Street Name 1 None
Street Name 2 None
WeatherRain
Number of Vehicles 0
Number of Vehicles in Transport 3
Number of Parked Vehicles 0
Number of Persons in Motor Vehicles 5
Number of Persons in Motor Vehicles in Transport 0
Number of Persons in Parked Vehicles 5
Number of Nonmotorists 0
Route Signing U.S. Highway
Rural / Urban Urban
Functional System Unknown
Road Owner Unknown
National Highway System Unknown
Special Jurisdiction No Special Jurisdiction (Includes National Forests Since 2008)
Milepoint None
First Harmful Event Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Manner of Collision Angle
At Intersection Not Reported
Relation to Junction Intersection
Type of Intersection Not Reported
Relation to Road On Roadway
Work Zone None
Light Condition Daylight
Atmospheric Condition Rain
School Bus Related False
Rail Grade Crossing ID None
EMS Notified Hour 10
EMS Notified Minute 17
EMS Arrived Hour 10
EMS Arrived Minute 23
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Persons

Person #1 in Vehicle #1 Person #1 in Vehicle #1
Age 37 year(s) old
SexFemale
Person TypeDriver of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeveritySuspected Minor Injury (B)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Left Side (Driver's Side)
Restraint System UseNot Reported
Restraint System MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Helmet UseNot Reported
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedNot Reported
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationNot Extricated/Not Applicable
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementNo (Alcohol Not Involved)
Alcohol Test GivenNot Reported
Alcohol Test TypeNot Reported
Alcohol Test ResultNone Given
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedNot Reported
Transported To Medical Facility ByTransported Unknown Source
Died En RouteNot Applicable
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkUnknown
HispanicUnknown
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Person #2 in Vehicle #1 Person #2 in Vehicle #1
Age 12 year(s) old
SexMale
Person TypePassenger of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeveritySuspected Minor Injury (B)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Right Side
Restraint System UseNot Reported
Restraint System MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Helmet UseNot Reported
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedNot Reported
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationNot Extricated/Not Applicable
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementNo (Alcohol Not Involved)
Alcohol Test GivenNot Reported
Alcohol Test TypeNot Reported
Alcohol Test ResultNone Given
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedNot Reported
Transported To Medical Facility ByTransported Unknown Source
Died En RouteNot Applicable
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkUnknown
HispanicUnknown
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Person #1 in Vehicle #2 Person #1 in Vehicle #2
Age 32 year(s) old
SexMale
Person TypeDriver of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeverityPossible Injury (C)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Left Side (Driver's Side)
Restraint System UseNot Reported
Restraint System MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Helmet UseNot Reported
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedNot Reported
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationNot Extricated/Not Applicable
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementYes (Alcohol Involved)
Alcohol Test GivenNot Reported
Alcohol Test TypeNot Reported
Alcohol Test Result0.15
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedNot Reported
Transported To Medical Facility ByTransported Unknown Source
Died En RouteNot Applicable
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkUnknown
HispanicUnknown
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Person #2 in Vehicle #2 Person #2 in Vehicle #2
Age 50 year(s) old
SexMale
Person TypePassenger of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeverityFatal Injury (K)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Right Side
Restraint System UseNot Reported
Restraint System MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Helmet UseNot Reported
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedNot Reported
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationExtricated
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementYes (Alcohol Involved)
Alcohol Test GivenNot Reported
Alcohol Test TypeNot Reported
Alcohol Test ResultAC Test Performed, Results Unknown
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedNot Reported
Transported To Medical Facility ByTransported Unknown Source
Died En RouteNot Applicable
Month of DeathApril
Day of Death28
Year of Death1978
Hour of Death12
Minute of Death15
Lag Hours42
Lag Minutes18
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkUnknown
HispanicUnknown
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Person #1 in Vehicle #3 Person #1 in Vehicle #3
Age 70 year(s) old
SexMale
Person TypeDriver of a Motor Vehicle In-Transport
Injury SeverityNo Apparent Injury (O)
Seating PositionFront Seat, Left Side (Driver's Side)
Restraint System UseNot Reported
Restraint System MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Helmet UseNot Reported
Helmet MisuseNone Used/Not Applicable
Airbag DeployedNot Reported
EjectionNot Ejected
Ejection PathEjection Path Not Applicable
ExtricationNot Extricated/Not Applicable
Police Reported Alcohol InvolvementNo (Alcohol Not Involved)
Alcohol Test GivenNot Reported
Alcohol Test TypeNot Reported
Alcohol Test ResultNone Given
Police Reported Drug InvolvementNot Reported
Drug TestedNot Reported
Transported To Medical Facility ByNot Transported for Treatment
Died En RouteNot Applicable
Non Motorist LocationOccupant of a Motor Vehicle (Includes Railway Train Occupants Since 2006)
At WorkUnknown
HispanicUnknown
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Moving Vehicles

Vehicle #1 Vehicle #1
Fatalities 0
Number of Occupants 2
Hit and Run Hit and Run
NCSA Make Chevrolet
Body Type 2-Door Sedan/Hardtop/Coupe
NCSA Model 2
Registration State Delaware
Registered Vehicle Owner Unknown
VIN 1L47H5Y200
Model Year 1975
VPIC Make ID None
VPIC Model ID None
VPIC Body Class Unknown
Body Class Unknown
Lower Weight Rating Not Reported
Upper Weight Rating Not Reported
Vehicle Trailing No Trailers
Jackknife Not an Articulated Vehicle
Motor Carrier ID None
Vehicle Configuration Not Applicable
Cargo Body Type Not Applicable
Bus Use Not Reported
Special Vehicle Use No Special Use Noted
Emergency Vehicle Use Not Applicable
Speed Limit 55
Travel Speed 55
Underride / Override Not Reported
Rollover No Rollover
Rollover Location Unknown
Initial Contact Point 12 O'Clock
Extent of Damage Disabling Damage
Vehicle Towed Towed
Most Harmful Event Unknown / Reported as Unknown (Since 2018)
Fire Occurence False
Driver Drinking No Drinking
Driver Present Driver Present
Drivers License State Delaware
Driver Zip Code None
Non CDL License Type Unknown License Type
Non CDL License Status Valid
CDL License Status Unknown License Status
CDL Endorsements No Endorsements Required for This Vehicle
License Compliance With Class of Vehicle Unknown
Compliance with LIcense Restrictions No Restrictions or Not Applicable
Driver Height None
Driver Weight None
Previous Recorded Crashes 0
Previous BAC Suspensions (Underage) None
Previous BAC Suspensions None
Previous Other Suspensions None
Previous DWI 0
Previous Speeding Convictions 0
Previous Other Moving Violations 0
Month of Oldest Violation No Record
Year of Oldest Violation 0
Month of Newest Violation No Record
Year of Newest Violation 0
Speeding Related No
Trafficway Description Two-Way, Divided, Unprotected Median
Total Lanes in Roadway Two Lanes
Roadway Alignment Straight
Roadway Grade Level
Roadway Surface Type Concrete
Roadway Surface Condition Wet
Traffic Control Device Stop Sign
Traffic Control Device Functioning Device Functioning Properly
Pre Event Movement Unknown
Critical Precrash Event OTHER Unknown
Attempted Avoidance Maneuver Unknown/Not Reported
Precrash Stability Precrash Stability Unknown
Pre-impact Location Unknown
Crash Type CATEGORY VI: MISCELLANEOUS - Unknown Crash Type
Damaged Areas 12 O'Clock
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Vehicle #2 Vehicle #2
Fatalities 1
Number of Occupants 2
Hit and Run Hit and Run
NCSA Make Chrysler
Body Type 2-Door Sedan/Hardtop/Coupe
NCSA Model 10
Registration State Delaware
Registered Vehicle Owner Unknown
VIN CE23G8C280
Model Year 1968
VPIC Make ID None
VPIC Model ID None
VPIC Body Class Unknown
Body Class Unknown
Lower Weight Rating Not Reported
Upper Weight Rating Not Reported
Vehicle Trailing No Trailers
Jackknife Not an Articulated Vehicle
Motor Carrier ID None
Vehicle Configuration Not Applicable
Cargo Body Type Not Applicable
Bus Use Not Reported
Special Vehicle Use No Special Use Noted
Emergency Vehicle Use Not Applicable
Speed Limit 55
Travel Speed 15
Underride / Override Not Reported
Rollover No Rollover
Rollover Location Unknown
Initial Contact Point 3 O'Clock
Extent of Damage Disabling Damage
Vehicle Towed Towed
Most Harmful Event Unknown / Reported as Unknown (Since 2018)
Fire Occurence False
Driver Drinking No Drinking
Driver Present Driver Present
Drivers License State Delaware
Driver Zip Code None
Non CDL License Type Unknown License Type
Non CDL License Status Valid
CDL License Status Unknown License Status
CDL Endorsements No Endorsements Required for This Vehicle
License Compliance With Class of Vehicle Unknown
Compliance with LIcense Restrictions No Restrictions or Not Applicable
Driver Height None
Driver Weight None
Previous Recorded Crashes 0
Previous BAC Suspensions (Underage) None
Previous BAC Suspensions None
Previous Other Suspensions None
Previous DWI 0
Previous Speeding Convictions 0
Previous Other Moving Violations 0
Month of Oldest Violation No Record
Year of Oldest Violation 0
Month of Newest Violation No Record
Year of Newest Violation 0
Speeding Related No
Trafficway Description Two-Way, Divided, Unprotected Median
Total Lanes in Roadway Two Lanes
Roadway Alignment Straight
Roadway Grade Level
Roadway Surface Type Concrete
Roadway Surface Condition Wet
Traffic Control Device Stop Sign
Traffic Control Device Functioning Device Functioning Properly
Pre Event Movement Unknown
Critical Precrash Event OTHER Unknown
Attempted Avoidance Maneuver Unknown/Not Reported
Precrash Stability Precrash Stability Unknown
Pre-impact Location Unknown
Crash Type CATEGORY VI: MISCELLANEOUS - Unknown Crash Type
Driver Related Factor Under the Influence of Alcohol, Drugs, or Medication (2003-2009)
Driver Related Factor Failure to Yield Right-of-Way
Driver Related Factor Failure to Obey Actual Traffic Signs, Traffic Control Devices or Traffic Officers, Failure to Observe Safety Zone Traffic Laws
Visibility Obstructions Trees, Crops, Vegetation
Moving Violations Yes
Damaged Areas 3 O'Clock
Driver Impaired Under the Influence of Alcohol, Drugs, or
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Vehicle #3 Vehicle #3
Fatalities 0
Number of Occupants 1
Hit and Run Hit and Run
NCSA Make Mercury
Body Type 2-Door Sedan/Hardtop/Coupe
NCSA Model 6
Registration State Delaware
Registered Vehicle Owner Unknown
VIN 9999999999
Model Year 1977
VPIC Make ID None
VPIC Model ID None
VPIC Body Class Unknown
Body Class Unknown
Lower Weight Rating Not Reported
Upper Weight Rating Not Reported
Vehicle Trailing No Trailers
Jackknife Not an Articulated Vehicle
Motor Carrier ID None
Vehicle Configuration Not Applicable
Cargo Body Type Not Applicable
Bus Use Not Reported
Special Vehicle Use No Special Use Noted
Emergency Vehicle Use Not Applicable
Speed Limit 55
Travel Speed 0
Underride / Override Not Reported
Rollover No Rollover
Rollover Location Unknown
Initial Contact Point 11 O'Clock
Extent of Damage Functional Damage
Vehicle Towed Towed
Most Harmful Event Unknown / Reported as Unknown (Since 2018)
Fire Occurence False
Driver Drinking No Drinking
Driver Present Driver Present
Drivers License State Delaware
Driver Zip Code None
Non CDL License Type Unknown License Type
Non CDL License Status Valid
CDL License Status Unknown License Status
CDL Endorsements No Endorsements Required for This Vehicle
License Compliance With Class of Vehicle Unknown
Compliance with LIcense Restrictions Restrictions Complied With
Driver Height None
Driver Weight None
Previous Recorded Crashes 0
Previous BAC Suspensions (Underage) None
Previous BAC Suspensions None
Previous Other Suspensions None
Previous DWI 0
Previous Speeding Convictions 0
Previous Other Moving Violations 0
Month of Oldest Violation No Record
Year of Oldest Violation 0
Month of Newest Violation No Record
Year of Newest Violation 0
Speeding Related No
Trafficway Description Two-Way, Divided, Unprotected Median
Total Lanes in Roadway Two Lanes
Roadway Alignment Straight
Roadway Grade Level
Roadway Surface Type Concrete
Roadway Surface Condition Wet
Traffic Control Device Stop Sign
Traffic Control Device Functioning Device Functioning Properly
Pre Event Movement Unknown
Critical Precrash Event OTHER Unknown
Attempted Avoidance Maneuver Unknown/Not Reported
Precrash Stability Precrash Stability Unknown
Pre-impact Location Unknown
Crash Type CATEGORY VI: MISCELLANEOUS - Unknown Crash Type
Damaged Areas 11 O'Clock
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