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Top Democrat lawmaker suffers minor injuries in Delaware car crash

Sen. Chris Coons says he is expected to make a full and swift recovery after suffering minor injuries in a multi-vehicle car crash in Delaware.

Published June 28, 2026, 9:09 PM
Updated June 28, 2026, 9:41 PM2.0K
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Top Democrat lawmaker suffers minor injuries in Delaware car crash

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Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., said he is expected to make a full recovery after suffering minor injuries in a multi-vehicle crash in Delaware on Sunday that was triggered by a driver experiencing a medical emergency.

The Delaware Democrat said he was riding in one of several vehicles struck during the crash and was transported to Beebe Hospital for treatment. In posts on X, Coons thanked first responders and medical staff, adding that he was relieved that, by all accounts, no one was seriously injured.

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Sen. Chris Coons was taken to a hospital and treated for minor injuries after a car crash in Delaware.

"Earlier today, a Delaware driver experienced a medical incident and collided with several cars, including one in which I was a passenger," Coons wrote on X. "I was transported to Beebe Hospital and treated for minor injuries. I'm now home and expected to make a full and swift recovery. 

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He later posted that he was grateful to the first responders for their prompt and professional response, as well as medical personnel at Beebe Hospital, where he was transported to.

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

Greg Wehner is a reporter for Fox News Digital covering U.S. news and crime, with a focus on breaking developments, law enforcement, public safety and major stories shaping communities across the country.

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