Newark Teen Killed in I-95 Crash

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Delaware State Police have identified the victim of a fatal head-on crash on I-95 near Arden as 19-year-old Newark resident Unique Williams. Williams was driving a Chrysler 200 southbound on I-95 that crossed the grass median and collided head-on with a Volvo truck-tractor pulling a trailer loaded with cars around 9 p.m. on February 20. Williams was ejected from her car and died from her injuries at the hospital. The 34-year-old New York man driving the Volvo was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of high-speed interstate travel and the importance of seatbelt use. Interstate crashes can have devastating consequences, and this case raises questions about the factors that may have contributed to the loss of life.

The details

According to police, Unique Williams was driving southbound on I-95 when her Chrysler 200 crossed the grass median and collided head-on with a Volvo truck-tractor pulling a trailer loaded with cars. The collision occurred south of Harvey Road on the interstate around 9 p.m. on February 20. Williams was ejected from her car and died from her injuries at the hospital. Authorities said she was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. The 34-year-old New York man driving the Volvo was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

• The crash occurred around 9 p.m. on February 20, 2026.
• Unique Williams died from her injuries at the hospital.

What’s next

Delaware State Police are still investigating the crash and are encouraging anyone with information to come forward.