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Man Charged With DUI, Manslaughter In Triple Fatal Crash
Wilmington man faces multiple charges after early morning collision leaves three dead, one injured
Mar. 21, 2026 at 9:38pm
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A 30-year-old Wilmington man has been charged with three counts of manslaughter, DUI, and other traffic offenses after a fiery early morning crash that killed three people and seriously injured another. Police say Nicholas Resto was allegedly speeding and under the influence of alcohol when his vehicle collided with another car at an intersection in Wilmington, Delaware.
Why it matters
Impaired driving continues to be a major public safety issue, with alcohol-related crashes resulting in thousands of fatalities each year nationwide. This incident highlights the devastating consequences that can occur when someone chooses to get behind the wheel while intoxicated.
The details
According to police, the crash occurred around 4:17 a.m. on Saturday at the intersection of East 10th Street and North Walnut Street in Wilmington. Resto's vehicle collided with another car, causing that vehicle to become fully engulfed in flames. All three occupants of the burning car were pronounced dead at the scene. One person in the other vehicle was seriously injured and transported to the hospital.
- The crash occurred around 4:17 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
- Resto was arraigned and committed to the Department of Correction on $105,200 cash-only bail.
The players
Nicholas Resto
A 30-year-old Wilmington man who has been charged with three counts of manslaughter, DUI, and other traffic offenses in connection with the fatal crash.
Wilmington Police Department
The law enforcement agency investigating the crash and charging Resto with the crimes.
What’s next
The judge will determine whether to grant Resto bail at a hearing scheduled for next Tuesday.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced education, enforcement, and penalties to combat the ongoing problem of drunk driving and prevent senseless loss of life on our roads.
