Barbara Hageman Obituary, Death; – Delaware State Police are conducting an investigation into a fatal three-vehicle collision near Millsboro that resulted in the death of 79-year-old Barbara Hageman and left one individual in critical condition.
The incident took place on December 6 at approximately 5:56 p.m. A Ram Promaster traveling westbound on Coolspring Road failed to yield at the intersection with Harbeson Road, as reported by authorities. The Promaster collided with the driver’s side of a southbound Nissan Sentra on Harbeson Road. Debris from the impact subsequently struck a northbound Jeep Grand Cherokee, causing minor damage.
The driver of the Nissan, an 86-year-old man from Millsboro, was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. Hageman, who was a passenger in the Nissan, was also taken to the hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The Promaster’s driver, a 29-year-old man from Salisbury, Maryland, sustained minor injuries but opted not to seek medical treatment. The driver of the Jeep, a 32-year-old man from Lincoln, Delaware, was unharmed.
The Collision Reconstruction Unit of the Delaware State Police Troop 7 is currently investigating the incident. Individuals with information are encouraged to reach out to Master Corporal R. Albert at 302-703-3266 or to submit tips via Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333. Additionally, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit provides resources and support for victims and their families through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461).
