Young Delmar Man, Tyler Wright, Killed After Truck Strikes Pole and Overturns

The small, tight-knit town of Delmar is grieving this week after a quiet Thursday evening turned into a scene of unimaginable heartbreak. On December 19, just as families were settling in for the night, a local young man lost his life in a violent crash that has left the community reeling. Tyler Wright, who was only 24 years old, didn’t make it home that night, leaving behind a family and a town now struggling to process the sudden void.

The accident happened around 6:30 p.m. on Bacons Road, a stretch of pavement just west of Bi-State Boulevard. Tyler was behind the wheel of his Toyota Tundra, heading westbound through the familiar backroads he likely knew by heart. As the truck approached a curve in the road, something went wrong. Investigators say the vehicle left the asphalt, careened off the roadway, and slammed into a utility pole with enough force to send the truck flipping over multiple times.

When emergency responders arrived at the scene, the severity of the wreckage was immediately clear. Despite their efforts, the damage was too great. Tyler was later identified by the Delaware State Police as the victim of the crash. For those who knew him, the news felt like a physical blow. Twenty-four is an age meant for making plans and looking toward the future, not for saying a final goodbye.

Tyler was a true Delmar local, someone whose roots ran deep in the soil of this community. In a town where everyone knows their neighbor, his absence is felt on every corner. He wasn’t just a name in a police report; he was a son, a friend, and a young man with his whole life ahead of him. The shock of the accident has sparked an outpouring of support, as neighbors lean on one another to make sense of the tragedy.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit has taken over the case to figure out exactly what caused the Tundra to leave the road. While the investigation is still in its early stages, authorities are looking for anyone who might have seen the truck before the crash or witnessed the accident itself. They are urging people to come forward, hoping that a small detail might help provide Tyler’s family with some of the answers they desperately need.

In the wake of the loss, the community has already started to mobilize. A meal train has been organized to support the Wright family, ensuring they don’t have to worry about the basics while they navigate their grief. It’s a small gesture, but in times like this, it’s how a town like Delmar shows its love. The digital space has also been flooded with prayers and tributes, with many sharing memories of Tyler’s kind spirit and the bright light he brought into their lives.

As the investigation continues, Master Corporal R. Albert is leading the search for more information. If you saw anything on Bacons Road that evening or have any details that could help, the police are asking you to call (302) 703-3266. For now, the town remains quiet, holding Tyler’s family close in spirit as they prepare to face the difficult days ahead without their beloved son.