Jessica Bies

The News Journal

A 16-year-old boy was struck by a car and killed Friday night on South DuPont Highway near Evergreen Drive in Dover, according to police.

The crash took place about 7:58 p.m. when Enfimus Deputy, of Dover, attempted to cross the highway on foot, said Mark Hoffman, a spokesperson for the City of Dover Police Department.

The teen crossed in an area where there was no crosswalk/intersection and no lighting, Hoffman said, adding that the teen wore all dark clothing.

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A white Chevrolet Impala was traveling north on the highway when it struck Deputy, police said. It is also believed that a black 1990's model Ford Mustang was involved in the accident, but left the area before police arrived, Hoffman said.

The teen was transported to Bayhealth Kent General Hospital where he later died as a result of injuries obtained in the accident.

An investigation into the crash is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7111. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on-line at http://www.tipsubmit.com or through the Dover Police Department MyPD Mobile App.