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MVC with triple ejection

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Just before 10pm, Sussex EOC alerted Delmar Fire Department for a motor vehicle accident on August Road.  Shortly after the first 74 units responded Sussex advised there were 3 patients ejected.  This additional information added Sussex County Paramedics and aviation.  Units arrived on scene confirming 3 patients ejected; one adult and two pediatrics under the age of 7.  Additional EMS units from Laurel and Gumboro were requested.  A second Helicopter was requested from Maryland State Police as well.  Two pediatric patients were transported by ground to a local trauma center.  One adult female was life flighted to a trauma center by Maryland State Police Trooper 4 with life threatening injuries. The second aviation unit was utilized to search for the driver who fled the scene.  Units operated on scene for an hour and a half.
Any updates will be released by Delaware State Police.