Following a deadly hit-and-run accident late on Friday night, March 6, 2026, 57-year-old Steven Hulsey of Upper Darby passed away unexpectedly, leaving the towns of Chester Heights and the wider Delaware County in Pennsylvania in mourning. Around 11:45 p.m., the incident happened in Chester Heights Borough along Baltimore Pike close to its intersection with Red Roof Drive.
Pennsylvania State Police from the Media barracks responded to reports of a pedestrian struck in the northbound travel lanes transforming the normally quiet commercial and residential stretch into a secured accident scene as first responders worked under emergency lighting.
Troopers arrived to find Hulsey unconscious in the roadway after he had been walking near Red Roof Drive and Baltimore Pike. Rocky Run EMS provided immediate life saving measures at the location before transporting him to Riddle Hospital in Media where he was pronounced dead from his injuries despite aggressive treatment. The striking vehicle described as a light colored SUV or crossover fled northbound on Baltimore Pike before officers reached the scene leaving behind a scene of devastation.
Steven Hulsey was a devoted father of three whose family has been left devastated by the sudden tragedy. Residents in Upper Darby and Chester Heights described him as a familiar and caring presence in the community where he lived and worked emphasizing his role as a dedicated dad who prioritized time with his children. The loss has prompted an outpouring of support from neighbors and friends who recall his kind nature and the everyday contributions he made in the Delaware County area.
Hulsey’s family has publicly pleaded for the hit and run driver to come forward urging anyone with information to contact authorities and help bring closure during this unimaginable time. They have expressed heartbreak over the circumstances noting that the driver chose to flee instead of stopping to render aid or call for help after the impact on Baltimore Pike. This appeal has resonated across local networks as loved ones focus on honoring his memory while coping with the profound void left in their lives.
The Pennsylvania State Police continue an active investigation into the March 6 crash examining the northbound lanes near Red Roof Drive for any physical evidence or surveillance footage from nearby businesses. Detectives have asked the public to review any dash cam video or home security recordings from the area between approximately 11:30 p.m. and 11:50 p.m. emphasizing that even small details could help identify the light colored SUV or crossover that fled the scene. No arrests have been made as the probe remains ongoing with a focus on locating the fleeing vehicle.
The Chester Heights and broader Delaware County community has rallied in mourning with calls for increased awareness around pedestrian safety on busy corridors like Baltimore Pike. Local residents have shared messages of support for Hulsey’s family while reflecting on the preventable nature of hit and run incidents in suburban areas.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Pennsylvania State Police at 484 840 1000 to assist in the investigation as authorities work to provide answers and justice for the father of three whose life ended so abruptly on this stretch of roadway.
