(HOCKESSIN, Del.)- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate a fatal hit and run crash that occurred on DE Rt. 41 in Hockessin late last month, and are seeking the public's assistance in locating a vehicle of interest.
Investigators are looking for a dark gray Sport Utility Vehicle (pictured) that was captured on video surveillance cameras traveling northbound on Lancaster Pike at the time of the crash, which occurred on Sunday, February 28, 2016, and claimed the life Jeremiah McCarthy, 34, of Hockessin. The vehicle, which is believed to be a Ford or Chevrolet, may have damage to its front right side.
Unit members are also attempting to locate the operator of an unknown make and model motorcycle that was also observed on video passing by the scene shortly after the crash occurred.
If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Corporal John Forester at 302-365-8485. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword "DSP."
