Georgetown woman arrested after probation search uncovers explosive device and drugs
Georgetown, DE — A probation compliance check in Sussex County escalated into a major criminal investigation after authorities uncovered an active explosive device and illegal drugs inside a Georgetown residence, state police said.
Delaware State Police arrested 34-year-old Amanda Seward following a Probation and Parole administrative search at her home in the 17000 block of McColley’s Chapel Road. Probation officers conducting the search discovered suspected narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and what appeared to be an explosive device, prompting them to request assistance from the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force.
Due to the potential danger, the Delaware State Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit responded and confirmed the device was active before safely rendering it inert. Seward and two men inside the residence were detained without incident during the search.
Investigators recovered an explosive device, small quantities of methamphetamine and heroin, buprenorphine and naloxone films, and a digital scale from the home.
Seward was taken into custody and transported to Troop 4, where she was charged with possession of a destructive weapon and multiple drug-related offenses. She was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3 and released on $1,500 unsecured bond, but was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on probation violations.
The two men detained at the scene were charged with misdemeanor offenses and later released. The investigation remains closed following the arrests.
Key Points
- An active explosive device was found during a probation search in Georgetown
- Amanda Seward faces felony and drug-related charges
- The device was rendered safe by the state police bomb squad
