Friday October 9 2026 @ 09:37
Nature: MVC - Motorcycle - John J. Williams Highway
Address: John J. Williams Highway @ Nanticoke Crossing Shpg. Ctr. 

On Friday morning, October 9th, the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company was alerted for a motorcycle accident on John J. Williams Highway in the area of Nanticoke Crossing Shopping Center.  Additional emergency alerts included the Sussex County Paramedics and the Delaware State Police - Aviation Unit - Trooper #2.  It was reported to be vehicle versus scooter type vehicle collided.

Emergency response units from Indian River included Squad 80 and Engine 80 from the Long Neck facility and the Delaware State Fire Police. 

Emergency response crew assignments included patient stabilization where needed, vehicle stabilization where needed, traffic control and fluid & debris recovery.  The aviation unit was cancelled.

It appears that blue Chevrolet van and scooter type vehicle collided on John J. Williams Highway causing injury and damage. 

The Delaware State Fire Police coordinated traffic control for the duration of the incident. 

The Delaware State Police are investigating.