Evan Young dies in fatal Felton hit-and-run

Evan Young dies in fatal Felton hit-and-run

Fatal Felton hit-and-run death of Evan Young

Delaware authorities are examining a deadly pedestrian incident that took place near Felton earlier this month.

On August 1, 2025, around 9:19 p.m., a transit van was heading west on Sandtown Road, approaching John Hurd Road. At that moment, a person was walking in the westbound lane of Sandtown Road, east of John Hurd Road. Initial findings indicate the van collided with the pedestrian and then proceeded westbound on Sandtown Road.

The pedestrian, later identified as 24-year-old Evan Young from Centreville, Maryland, was transported to a local hospital with severe injuries.

During an investigation update on August 2, 2025, officers found the involved transit van and identified the driver as a 42-year-old man from Ellendale, Delaware.

Tragically, Evan Young passed away on August 16, 2025, due to his injuries.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit from Delaware State Police Troop 3 is continuing its investigation into the incident. Charges related to the crash are pending. Anyone with information about the crash or who believes they might have relevant details is urged to contact Master Corporal J. Lane by phone at (302) 698-8457. Tips can also be sent via a private message to the Delaware State Police on Facebook or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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