Trooper Reportedly Struck During Police Pursuit – First Sta…

Police Pursuit Crash Lewes Delaware in Lewes, Delaware: A Delaware State Police trooper suffered minor injuries during a police pursuit that ended in a crash late Wednesday night in Lewes. The incident occurred at approximately 11:24 p.m. at the intersection of Coastal Highway (Route 1) and Nassau Road when a suspect vehicle struck the trooper's patrol vehicle. Following the collision, the suspect or suspects fled on foot, prompting a search of the surrounding area by law enforcement. The trooper was evaluated at the scene but was not transported to a hospital, and northbound Route 1 at Nassau Road was closed for an extended period during the investigation.