Selbyville man busted after high-speed chase, major drug haul
SELBYVILLE, DE – A 27-year-old Selbyville man is facing a long list of felony drug charges after a chaotic vehicle pursuit that ended with his arrest and the discovery of large quantities…
One Dead in Single-Car Crash in Frederica
FREDERICA, DE – A 40-year-old man from Frederica, Delaware, was killed in a single-car crash on the evening of Wednesday. The accident occurred when the man, driving a green 2003 Mercury Grand…
Delaware man pleads guilty to dealing drugs in Jersey
CAMDEN, NJ – Carl L. Jones, a 49-year-old man from Newport, Delaware, admitted to distributing heroin in New Jersey, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Jones pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge…
Townsend Man Arrested After Road Rage Incident Leads to Gunfire
MIDDLETOWN, DE – On April 23, 2023, Middletown Police responded to a call involving terroristic threatening with a weapon. An investigation revealed that 22-year-old Isiah Beaufort, of Townsend, had shot at the…
Three month long drug investigation ends in arrest at Cheswold home
CHESWOLD, DE – On Monday, at approximately 8:15 p.m., the Delaware State Police arrested 39-year-old Jesse Hart of Cheswold, Delaware, for drug dealing after concluding a three-month-long narcotics investigation. Members of the…
Delaware is one the worst states for nurses, survey says
WILMINGTON, DE – If you’re a Delaware resident aspiring to be a nurse, you might want to consider a relocation. That’s because a new study of data by WalletHub found that Delaware…
Georgia Woman Charged with Felony Cruelty to Animals in Delaware
NEWARK, DE – On Saturday, Newark Police responded to an apartment in the 100-block of Thorn Lane after receiving a report of an injured Yorkie dog. The investigation led to the arrest…
Elderly couple victims of Wilmington murder-suicide
WILMINGTON, DE – An elderly couple was found dead in their Wilmington home on Sunday, victims of a murder-suicide, according to police. On Sunday, at approximately 7:28 a.m., the Delaware State Police…
Delaware’s seasonal ban on burning begins today
WILMINGTON, DE – Delaware residents are reminded that open burning is generally prohibited from May 1st to September 30th, known as “Ozone Season”, with some exceptions such as camping, cooking, and ceremonial…
Two teens among three arrested in Seaford shooting
SEAFORD, DE – Three suspects have been arrested for murder and related charges following a home invasion and shooting in Seaford, Delaware, on October 11, 2022. According to authorities, Trent Ingalls, 20,…
Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Under Investigation in Delaware
BEAR, DE – Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred in the Bear area yesterday. The crash took place at approximately 3:56 a.m. on northbound Route 1,…
Delaware Man Arrested for Gun and Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop
MILLSBORO, DE – Delaware State Police arrested 23-year-old Joe L. Smith of Delmar, Delaware, for gun and drug offenses after a traffic stop in Millsboro on Wednesday. Troopers on patrol observed a…
Maryland Man Extradited and Charged for Murder in Delaware
FELTON, DE – Steven M. Smith, 36, of Centreville, Maryland, has been recently charged by the Delaware State Police for the murder of Charles Kupidlowski, which occurred in March. Smith awaited extradition…
Wawa delivery truck robbed of cigarettes at gunpoint
WILMINGTON, DE – The Delaware State Police are actively investigating an armed robbery of a delivery truck that occurred on Friday, at approximately 8:15 p.m. The incident took place at the Wawa…
Armored Car Company Employee Skimmed from Bags of Cash During Deliveries
WILMINGTON, DE – The Delaware State Police have arrested 40-year-old Alfred Virellas of Wilmington, Delaware, for felony theft following an investigation that began on Thursday. A manager at GardaWorld, a security and…
Former Delaware scout leader charged with assault against child 30 years ago
NEWARK, DE – Gary Matta, a 66-year-old former scout leader from Newark, has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault against a child that took place more than 30 years ago.…
Woman arrested for shooting of 17-year-old in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, DE – Wilmington Police have arrested 20-year-old Nevaeh Comeger for her involvement in a shooting incident on W. 3rd Street that took place on Wednesday. A 17-year-old victim was found at…
Wilmington man chased and punched 71-year-old victim over parking spot dispute
WILMINGTON, DE – Delaware State Police have arrested Dimitri Taylor, a 39-year-old resident of Wilmington, for felony assault following an investigation that began yesterday. The victim, a 71-year-old male, is listed in…
Delaware State Police Investigate Fatal Single-Car Crash in Georgetown
GEORGETOWN, DELAWARE – The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a fatal single-car crash that took place on April 17, 2023, in Georgetown. According to the police report, the incident occurred around…
Delaware Residents Reminded of Open Burning Guidelines Ahead of Ban
As the state of Delaware approaches its annual open burning ban, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is reminding the public of the guidelines for open burning until the…
Two teens arrested after joy ride in stolen car ends in crash
WILMINGTON, DE – Delaware State Police arrested two 16-year-old males after they led troopers on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle and crashed into a state police vehicle early on April 15,…