Shamar Backus Obituary, Death – The Delaware State Police have identified 32-year-old Shamar Backus, a Wilmington resident, as the individual who tragically lost her life in a fatal two-vehicle crash on Thursday. The incident, which occurred in Wilmington, is being investigated by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit.
Authorities are actively seeking assistance from anyone who may have witnessed the collision. Sergeant J. Jefferson is leading the investigation and can be contacted at 302-365-8484. Additionally, tips and information can be provided via a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-847-3333.
For those affected by this tragedy, whether directly or as witnesses, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center are available to provide support. They offer resources for those coping with sudden loss or who have been victimized by crime. The services are accessible 24/7 via a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). Alternatively, individuals can reach out through email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
As the investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with relevant information to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community assistance in understanding the circumstances surrounding the crash. Meanwhile, the victim’s family and community are left to mourn the loss of a life cut tragically short.