Vehicle crashes into Georgetown's Circle

GEORGETOWN – Georgetown Police on April 14 investigated another crash in the Circle in the heart of the town.

According to a department release, Daniel Jay Tansky, 50, of Millsboro was operating a Lincoln MKZ eastbound on West Market Street at a high rate of speed. Without slowing or stopping, the vehicle continued into the Circle, striking the curb, a street sign and fire hydrant, which all sustained extensive damage, the release stated.

The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m.

Tansky, the only occupant, was treated at an area hospital for injuries. Police charged Tansky with Reckless Driving, Malicious Mischief by a Motor Vehicle and Unreasonable Speed, according to the release.

The release did not specify if the driver was incarcerated or released.

Several crashes have occurred within the last year in The Circle, including two about a week apart in November 2023.