NEW CASTLE, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested a 35-year-old Philadelphia man on multiple felony charges following a road rage incident that escalated into …
MIDDLETOWN, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested two Wilmington residents in connection with a residential burglary on Dupont Parkway, where a teenager was home …
LEWES, Del. — Delaware State Police have charged a former daycare employee with child abuse after an investigation into an alleged incident involving a two-year-old …
DOVER, Del. — A 34-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot multiple times Tuesday night in Dover, police said. Officers responded to the …
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 …
LINCOLN, DEL. — A 32-year-old man from Lincoln is in custody after allegedly stealing a delivery truck, crashing it into a car at a red …
SEAFORD, DEL. — An 18-year-old from Laurel was arrested on Saturday for driving under the influence and possessing drugs and a loaded firearm after being …
Shooting Incident Investigated in Newark by Delaware Police
**Newark, DE** – Delaware State Police Detectives are investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the Newark area on Sunday afternoon.
On Sunday, at approximately 1:21 p.m., troopers responded to a late report of a shooting on Pulaski Highway between LaGrange Parkway and Pleasant Valley Road. Investigations revealed a 37-year-old man was traveling westbound on Pulaski Highway between 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. when he engaged in a confrontation with an unknown black male in a separate vehicle. During the encounter, the suspect in a dark blue four-door sedan lowered the front passenger window and shot at the victim’s vehicle before escaping on Pleasant Valley Road. The victim’s vehicle was struck by gunfire, but no injuries were reported.
As of now, suspect details are not available, and no surveillance videos or images have been released. Troop 2 Criminal Investigations detectives are continuing the investigation into this incident. Detectives request that anyone with information or who witnessed the event contact Detective J. Lucyk at 302-365-8446. Information can also be shared via a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police
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**Dover, DE** – Delaware State Police and Dover Police Department have apprehended 18-year-old Sahir Samuels on multiple firearm-related charges after a stolen gun investigation.
In September, authorities began investigating a firearm theft in the 100 block of West Loockerman Street, identifying Samuels as the suspect. Samuels, a probationer prohibited from firearm possession, was arrested without incident Thursday by the Kent County Governor’s Task Force. During a probation search of his home, officers found a stolen Taurus 9mm handgun, a 3D printed Glock-style frame, trigger, mechanism, along with 9mm magazines and ammunition.
Following his arrest, Samuels was taken to Troop 3, charged, and arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7. He is currently held at Sussex Correctional Institution on a $44,000 cash bond.
The charges against Samuels include felony counts of theft of a firearm, possession of an unfinished firearm frame or receiver without a serial number, possession of a firearm during a felony, and possession of a firearm or ammunition by a prohibited person. Additionally, he is charged with attempted possession of a weapon with an obliterated serial number.
GREENWOOD, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Wednesday morning in Greenwood, where gunfire was reported but no injuries …
GEORGETOWN, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating a road rage incident that occurred Tuesday morning in Georgetown, during which a driver allegedly brandished a …
Delaware State Police Pursue and Arrest Newark Resident for Drug and Traffic Offenses
**Newark, DE** – The Delaware State Police took 26-year-old Savon Roy of Newark into custody for several drug and traffic charges after a pursuit on Monday afternoon.
On Monday at approximately 1:45 p.m., a trooper identified a gray Ford Fusion with a fictitious Delaware temporary tag on East Chestnut Hill Road near Marrows Road in Newark. Upon confirming the tag’s false registration, the trooper attempted a traffic stop. The driver ignored the stop and accelerated into Brookside Plaza Shopping Center before driving over a curb, across a grassy area, and onto Marrows Road. The vehicle continued moving at high speed onto Kensington Lane before stopping on Korda Drive, where Roy fled on foot but was soon captured.
While in custody, Roy experienced a medical emergency and was taken to a hospital by EMS. During the investigation, remnants of an off-white powder were found in a ripped plastic bag concealed in Roy’s pants. Additionally, a vehicle search uncovered multiple bags containing approximately 61.5 grams of marijuana. A background check showed Roy had an outstanding arrest warrant from the New Castle County Police Department and other pending charges.
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Delaware State Police Identify Victim in Bear Pedestrian Crash
**Bear, DE** – The Delaware State Police have released the identity of the pedestrian who died in a crash on Tuesday. The victim was identified as 45-year-old Jose Reyes-Medina from Newark, Delaware.
The incident is being investigated by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit. They are reaching out for witnesses to contact Master Corporal M. Calio at 302-365-8483. Information can also be submitted via the Delaware State Police’s Facebook page or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
For those affected by crime or sudden death, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit is available 24/7. Support and resources can be reached through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
Updates regarding the investigation were posted on the Delaware State Police’s official website on Wednesday. Further information will be provided as the inquiry continues.
NEWARK, Del. — A Wilmington man is facing felony charges after allegedly striking a pedestrian with his vehicle and fleeing the scene in Newark on …
WILMINGTON, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested Garrett Hitchens, a 34-year-old Wilmington resident, on charges of robbery and theft-related offenses following a string of …
DOVER, Del. — Delaware State Police arrested a Dover man on felony drug charges following the execution of a search warrant at his apartment, authorities …
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NEWARK, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested a Middletown man following a break-in at the Sallie Mae building in Newark early Wednesday morning. Brandon Bell, …
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Maryland Man Arrested for Ninth DUI Offense
**Dover, DE** – Delaware State Police have detained James Thorpe, a 53-year-old resident of Elkton, Maryland, for his ninth felony DUI offense. The arrest occurred on Tuesday.
A trooper observed Thorpe driving a red Dodge Ram pickup truck at a high speed on Dupont Parkway near Marl Pit Road at approximately 4:14 p.m. The trooper stopped the vehicle and detected signs of impairment from Thorpe. Subsequently, the trooper conducted Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Thorpe failed these tests and was taken into custody for driving under the influence.
Upon arrest, a computer check revealed Thorpe’s history of eight prior DUI-related convictions. He was then transported to Troop 9 for processing and charged accordingly.
Thorpe faced several charges including felony Driving Under the Influence, Driving While Suspended or Revoked, and Speeding. He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and confined to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution with a $6,000 secured bond.
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Newark, DE- The Delaware State Police are conducting an investigation into a robbery at a Walgreen’s store in Newark. On Tuesday, at approximately 9:20 a.m., …
LAUREL, Del. — Delaware State Police detectives are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in a fatal shooting that occurred last year in …
DOVER, Del. — Dover Police arrested two men Friday evening following a large fight and a gunfire incident that occurred after a football game at …
DOVER, Del. — The Dover Police Department is investigating a report of a single gunshot fired at Dover High School on Friday night, following a …
NEW CASTLE, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested Deshon Worrell, 37, of Wilmington, for his alleged involvement in an attempted armed robbery at the …
*Elkton, MD* – A Delaware resident has won a $50,000 Powerball prize, pushing his usual policy of staying calm to its limits. Despite the excitement, …
Pittsburgh, PA – A man wanted for probation violations in both Pennsylvania and Delaware was apprehended today after crashing through a ceiling during an arrest …
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Yardley, PA- A section of North Delaware Avenue was sclosed as utility wires have fallen in the area, causing potential hazards. The closure affects the …
Milton, DE – Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred early this morning involving a single vehicle in Milton. On Sunday, a …
Magnolia, DE – Delaware State Police have arrested Takeya Benson, 29, Samuel Horton, 24, and Clarence Sullivan, 33, all from Magnolia, Delaware. The arrests followed …
MIDDLETOWN, PA – A Powerball® ticket worth $1 million was sold at a Pennsylvania Lottery retailer in Delaware County for the drawing on October 9. …
NEW CASTLE, Del. — A 24-year-old Claymont man was arrested Tuesday in connection with an armed robbery at a Papa John’s pizzeria last week, Delaware …
Frankford, DE – Delaware State Police have taken into custody 80-year-old Priscilla Schoolfield from Frankford, Delaware, in connection with an incident of child abuse on …
NEWARK, Del. — Authorities are investigating a school bus driver accused of abandoning students at an incorrect bus stop in the Robscott Manor neighborhood on …
Dover, DE- Delaware State Police have apprehended Carlton Harris, 34, of Dover, in connection with a robbery in Dover earlier this week. On Sunday at …
MARYDEL, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested 34-year-old Orlando Saunders of Camden, Delaware, in connection with the theft of bleachers from the Marydel-Hartly Little …
SEAFORD, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash early Sunday morning that left two people dead and four others critically injured on …
MILTON, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in Milton, according to authorities. Troopers responded to the 28000 …
DOVER, Del. — Delaware State Police arrested a Dover man on Thursday following a shooting that left one person injured. Authorities said 25-year-old Cody Toomey …
The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that took place last night outside a Food Lion on Philadelphia Pike in Claymont. The incident occurred …
NEWARK, Del. — A freight train that had been blocking multiple crossings in downtown Newark has been moved, according to local authorities. Earlier today, the …
WILMINGTON, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred early Tuesday morning at a Papa John’s location on Lancaster Pike. According …
MILLSBORO, Del. — Delaware State Police arrested a 67-year-old Millsboro man on Tuesday for his fifth DUI offense after a traffic stop in the Long …
Lincoln, DE — Delaware State Police have arrested Antonio Young, 44, of Dover, for felony drug charges after executing a search warrant at a Lincoln …
NEW CASTLE, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of an 80-year-old man on South Dupont Highway on …
NEWARK, Del. — Delaware State Police arrested 61-year-old Ivis McGriff of Wilmington on Friday for aggravated menacing, felony DUI, and other charges following an incident …
Long Neck, DE – Delaware State Police have arrested 29-year-old Judson Wall of Millsboro, Delaware, for DUI, drug, and crash-related offenses following a crash that …