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'I lost part of my soul': Identical twin, son of woman killed in Delaware crash speak out
NEWARK, Delaware (WPVI) — A woman died after a car crashed into a tree in New Castle County over the weekend.
Now, the family of 46-year-old Catherine Spanos is mourning a tragic loss.
“I lost part of my soul,” said Christine Spanos. “She’s not here no more, and I’m going to be empty on that part.”
Christine said life would never be the same without her other half – her identical twin sister, Catherine.
Driver sought after car strikes tree at Delaware park, killing passenger
“I was still in shock,” said Christine. “I lost my mom at a young age so hearing this with my sister, it’s like this is all over again. It’s a dream.”
Newark police said the mother of 3 died after a truck traveling at a high rate of speed crashed into a tree in Rittenhouse Park earlySaturday morning.
When officers responded to the area for reports of an argument, they found Catherine in the back seat, and the driver had fled.
“Who does that? I was so angry,” said Christine. “Why would you leave? I don’t get it.”
On Monday, police announced they identified the male driver.
The Spanos family said they don’t know him, but believe Catherine went to the creek in the park before the crash.
“I literally broke down at work and had to step away and recompose myself, and even now it still hasn’t hit me,” said Genesis Ortiz-Spanos, the victim’s son.
Ortiz-Spanos said they’re remembering her as the walking firework she once was, someone with an endless glow.
“My mom was a very happy person,” said Ortiz-Spanos. “She was a star in everyone’s eyes. You met her and you fell in love.”
“Loving, giving, supportive, funny, and full of life,” said Christine.
A life they say was taken too soon.
“I’d like her to know I still love her,” said Ortiz-Spanos.
“I’m always going to miss her, and I’m always going to be here,” said Christine. “I can’t wait to see her.”
Catherine’s service ison Friday.
Meanwhile, police are investigating. They say no charges have been filed at this time.
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Crash on Del. highway leads to man hit, killed by passing truck on Saturday, police say
A man was killed on Saturday night after his car was hit by another vehicle and he started to walk along the highway before being hit by a third car, according to the Delaware State Police.
This all unfolded around 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 4 as a Ford Winstar and Kia Optima were going northbound on Interstate 495 near 12th Street, police said.
At one point, the front of the Kia crashed into the back of the Ford and the Ford hit a guardrail, officials explained.
The man driving the Ford, identified as Upper Darby resident 45-year-old Mark Barnett, Sr., then started to walk along I-495 when he was hit by a Ram 1500 pickup truck, according to police.
Barnett was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said.
The driver of the Ram pickup was identified as a 65-year-old man from Gillett, Pennsylvania, and he was not hurt, police reported.
The driver of the Kia left as officers made it to the scene, officials said.
I-495 was shut down to traffic for about five hours as detectives investigated.
If you have any footage of the incident or have any information that could help investigators, please contact Cpl. D. McKenna at 302-365-8486.
Tips can also be shared through a private Facebook message to Delaware State Police or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.
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Vote for Week 1 Delaware High School Team of the Week
What to expect in 2026 Delaware high school girls lacrosse season
Cape Henlopen has won 15 of the last 16 Delaware girls lacrosse state championships.
Help decide which team was the best in Delaware high school sports during Week 1 of the spring sports season. Vote for the Delaware Online High School Sports Team of the Week.
Nominations for Athlete of the Week and Team of the Week can be sent to high school sports reporter Brandon Holveck at bholveck@delawareonline.com. The nomination period closes Sunday. Please send the name of the team or athlete you would like to nominate and a brief summary of their accomplishments in the past week.
Polls are open to the public with unlimited voting from Monday through Thursday. Winners are announced Friday. Here are this week’s nominees:
Archmere girls lacrosse: The Auks opened the season 3-0 with wins over Shipley (Pa.), Wilmington Friends and Ursuline.
Concord softball: The Raiders defeated Appoquinimink 7-6 and Brandywine 10-6.
Delcastle boys volleyball: The Cougars opened the season 3-0 with wins over Christiana, McKean and Appoquinimink (3-2 on March 27).
Hodgson baseball: The Silver Eagles defeated McKean 13-3 and Middletown 11-9.
Padua girls tennis: The Pandas opened the season 3-0 with wins over Appoquinimink, Ursuline and Wilmington Friends.
Brandon Holveck reports on high school sports for The News Journal. Contact him at bholveck@delawareonline.com.
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Delaware Lottery Play 3 Day, Play 3 Night winning numbers for April 5, 2026
Claiming lottery in Delaware
18 states have laws that allow national lottery prize jackpot winners to remain anonymous, but is Delaware among them?
The Delaware Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Sunday, April 5, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Play 3 numbers from April 5 drawing
Day: 2-2-6
Night: 8-9-2
Check Play 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play 4 numbers from April 5 drawing
Day: 3-0-0-2
Night: 8-4-1-3
Check Play 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Multi-Win Lotto numbers from April 5 drawing
03-06-07-25-26-33
Check Multi-Win Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play 5 numbers from April 5 drawing
Day: 3-6-2-8-4
Night: 8-3-2-2-6
Check Play 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
- Sign the Ticket: Establish legal ownership by signing the back of your ticket with an ink pen.
- Prizes up to $599: Claim at any Delaware Lottery Retailer, in person at the Delaware Lottery Office, or mail your signed ticket and claim form; print your name/address on the ticket’s back and keep a copy/photo for records. By mail, send original tickets and documentation to: Delaware Lottery, 1575 McKee Road, Suite 102, Dover, DE 19904.
- Prizes up to $2,500: Claim in person at Delaware Lottery Retailer Claim Centers throughout Kent, Sussex and New Castle Counties.
- Prizes of $5,001 or more: Claim in person at the Delaware Lottery Office (business days 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with a photo ID and Social Security card.
- For all prize claims, directions to the Delaware Lottery Office are available online or via mapquest.com for a map.
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Delaware Lottery.
Can I claim a jackpot prize anonymously in Delaware?
Fortunately for First State residents, the Delaware Lottery allows winners remain anonymous. Unlike many other states that require a prize be over a certain jackpot, Delawareans can remain anonymous no matter how much, or how little, they win.
How long do I have to claim my prize in Delaware?
Tickets are valid for up to one year past the drawing date for drawing game prizes or within one year of the announced end of sales for Instant Games, according to delottery.com.
When are the Delaware Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
- Play 3, 4: Daily at 1:58 p.m. and 7:57 p.m., except Sunday afternoon.
- Multi-Win Lotto: 7:57 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:38 p.m.
- Lotto America: 11:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Delaware Online digital operations manager. You can send feedback using this form.
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