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Fatal Collision in Middletown Under Police Investigation
Fatal Collision in Middletown Under Police Investigation
**Middletown, DE** – Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Friday in Middletown.
On Friday, at approximately 8:09 p.m., a Toyota Prius and a Ford Mustang collided on Dupont Parkway (US-13), just north of Marl Pit Road. The Prius was traveling northbound while the Mustang was heading southbound, leading to a near head-on collision impacting their front left sides.
The driver of the Toyota Prius, a 58-year-old man from Bear, Delaware, was taken to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. His identity is being withheld pending family notification. A 24-year-old passenger from Smyrna, Delaware, in the Ford Mustang, and the Mustang’s driver, a 20-year-old from Hartly, Delaware, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries; the driver has been released.
The crash resulted in a five-hour closure for investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit. The investigation continues, and witnesses or anyone with information is encouraged to contact Master Corporal R. Kunicki at (302) 365-8417, or contact Delaware Crime Stoppers. Additionally
Delaware State Police Apprehend Suspect After Multi-Jurisdictional Pursuit
Delaware State Police Apprehend Suspect After Multi-Jurisdictional Pursuit
**Frederica, DE** – Delaware State Police arrested Thomas Casey, a 22-year-old from West Chester, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday following a pursuit involving several jurisdictions.
On February 14, troopers were alerted around 12:45 p.m. about a chase by New Castle County Police of a black BMW with Pennsylvania tags, which was seen traveling on a bare rim over the Senator William V. Roth Jr. Bridge. Troopers joined the pursuit as the vehicle continued on State Route 1 into Middletown and Townsend, ignoring police commands to stop.
During the chase, vehicle debris created hazards for other motorists. A metal component struck a police vehicle’s hood, causing damage, and a brake caliper hit another vehicle’s windshield, narrowly missing a trooper.
Near Dover, the vehicle’s speed increased, prompting a trooper to deploy stop sticks near Frederica. After hitting the stop sticks, the BMW swerved towards a trooper, who avoided being hit. Near Bowers Beach Road, another attempt with stop sticks also resulted in evasive action by a trooper.
The vehicle eventually ran off the road near Exit 86 toward Freder
Westfield Police Respond to Two Incidents at High School
Westfield Police Respond to Two Incidents at High School
**WESTFIELD, NJ** – The Westfield Police Department handled two separate incidents at Westfield High School on Wednesday. They responded to potential threats reported via social media and other comments made within the school premises.
Around 8:08 AM, officers reacted to a possible threat mentioned on a social media conversation. The school was placed under lockdown at 8:14 AM, while other district schools followed a shelter-in-place protocol. After a thorough search, the threat was deemed not credible, and lockdown ended at 9:05 AM.
Later, at 11:14 AM, the police were called again due to new threatening comments from within the school. A subsequent lockdown was enacted at 11:19 AM, with other schools again sheltering in place. The second threat was also found non-credible, and lockdown ended at 11:56 AM.
Individuals behind the complaints were taken for questioning, and investigations continue in collaboration with the Union County Prosecutor’s Office. No charges have been filed, and further details will be released as available.
Wall Township Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
Wall Township Police Conduct Arrests Over the Week
**Wall Township, NJ** – Wall Township Police made several arrests throughout the week, addressing various offenses including warrants, shoplifting, and drug-related charges.
On Monday, Jonathan Jones, 39, of Tinton Falls, was arrested by Patrolman Mark Daugherty on a Wall Township warrant at the Tinton Falls Police Department. Jones was subsequently transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution.
On Tuesday, Angela Sollitto, 35, of Belleville, was apprehended by Patrolman Fred Sprengel during a shoplifting investigation on State Highway 35. Sollitto was processed and released on a summons.
Wednesday saw the arrest of Edward Byham, 34, of Oakhurst, by Patrolman James Yannazzone for distributing marijuana, possession of marijuana exceeding six ounces, possession of cocaine, and possession of drug paraphernalia during a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 138. Byham was processed and released on a summons.
On Thursday, Joseph Reed, 51, of Philadelphia, was arrested by Patrolman Tyler Martin for possession of cocaine and drug paraphernalia after a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 18. Additionally, Patrolman Yannazzone arrested David Rep
