Delaware Sen. Chris Coons injured in Sussex County car crash

Delaware Senator Chris Coons sustained minor injuries in a multi-vehicle car crash in Sussex County on Sunday afternoon, June 28, 2026. The Democratic senator announced the incident on social media, stating that he was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved.

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I'm now home and expected to make a full and swift recovery.

According to Coons' statement, the crash occurred when a driver "experienced a medical incident" and collided with several cars. The senator was transported to Beebe Hospital in Lewes, Delaware, where he received treatment for his injuries.

"I'm now home and expected to make a full and swift recovery," Coons said in his statement. He expressed deep gratitude to the first responders, including the Lewes Police Department, Lewes and Rehoboth Fire Departments, and Sussex County Emergency Medical Services. He also thanked the doctors and nurses at Beebe Hospital for their excellent care.

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I'm deeply grateful to the first responders for their prompt and professional response, including the Lewes Police Department, Lewes and Rehoboth Fire Departments, and Sussex County Emergency Medical Services, as well as the capable doctors and nurses at Beebe Hospital, where I received excellent care.

Coons, 62, has represented Delaware in the Senate since 2010. He is currently running for his fourth term and will face Christopher Beardsley in the Delaware primary election on September 15. The Republican ticket includes candidates Michael Katz and John Shulli.

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I'm feeling relieved and blessed that by all accounts no one was seriously injured during the crash.