Trenton man identified as victim in fatal Wilmington hit-and-run

A 36-year-old New Jersey man was killed in a Wilmington hit-and-run Friday night as police search for answers.
Trenton man identified as victim in fatal Wilmington hit-and-run

WILMINGTON, DE — Delaware State Police have identified the pedestrian killed in a hit-and-run crash Friday night in Wilmington as 36-year-old Antonio Adolfo Vasquez of Trenton, New Jersey.


Key Points

  • Antonio Vasquez, 36, was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Friday night.
  • The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is leading the investigation.
  • Authorities are urging witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Troopers responded to the scene of the fatal crash and launched an investigation into the incident, which claimed the life of Vasquez. No details about the vehicle involved or the circumstances of the collision have been released.

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The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate and is seeking the public’s help.

Witnesses urged to contact police

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact Sergeant J. Jefferson at (302) 365-8484. Tips can also be submitted via private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Support services available for victims

The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit offers 24/7 support to victims and families affected by sudden death or crime. Assistance is available by calling 1-800-VICTIM-1 or emailing DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.