Mary O’Bier dies in fatal Milton car crash

Mary O’Bier dies in fatal Milton car crash

Fatal Milton car crash death of Mary O’Bier – Obituary

Mary O’Bier, a 74-year-old resident of Ellendale, lost her life following a vehicle collision in Milton on June 6, according to the Delaware State Police.

The accident occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m. when a Sussex County EMS Chevrolet Suburban, operating with its emergency lights and siren on, was heading west along Milton Ellendale Highway. As the emergency vehicle approached the Mulberry Street intersection, a Ford Bronco traveling northbound on Mulberry Street went through a stop sign and entered the highway, police reported.

The EMS vehicle hit the passenger side of the Bronco, causing it to rotate and crash into a nearby tree. O’Bier, who was behind the wheel of the Bronco, sustained critical injuries and was transported to a hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The 38-year-old female paramedic driving the Suburban suffered non-life-threatening injuries and also received medical treatment.

Authorities are continuing to examine the details surrounding the incident. Individuals who witnessed the crash are urged to contact Master Corporal R. Albert at 302-703-3266, send a private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page, or reach out to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.