Delaware police seek help identifying suspect in illegal dumping incident

Delaware police seek help identifying suspect in illegal dumping incident

November 26, 2024

SMYRNA, Del. — Delaware Natural Resources Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an illegal dumping incident at the Delaware Electric Cooperative Jones Substation in Smyrna. The incident occurred recently, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

According to a post on the Delaware Natural Resources Police’s official Facebook page, the suspect pulled into the substation and left debris on the property. An image of the individual, captured during the incident, was shared by police in an effort to aid in the investigation.

“If you have any information regarding this event or the identity of the suspect, please send us a private message or email S/Cpl John Fisher at John.Fisher@delaware.gov,” police said in the statement.

The illegal dumping took place on property owned by the Delaware Electric Cooperative, a utility serving rural communities in the state. Authorities have not disclosed the type of debris left at the site or any potential damages caused by the incident.

The Delaware Natural Resources Police continue to investigate the case and are relying on public tips to track down the suspect.

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