Homicide Unit Investigating Murder in Bridgeville

The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Bridgeville last night that left one man dead. On May 14, 2023, at approximately 7:01 p.m., troopers responded to the 21000 block of Mill Park Drive regarding a shooting that had…

Delaware State Police Investigating Single Vehicle Fatal Collision

Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single motor vehicle collision that occurred in the Seaford area this morning. On May 14, 2023, at approximately 5:34 a.m., a 1999 Toyota Corolla operated by a 33-year-old male of Bridgeville, DE, was traveling westbound…

Former Teacher Arrested for Multiple Counts of Rape Involving Former Student

Delaware State Police have arrested 42-year-old Reed Messer, a former Delaware educator for multiple counts of rape after accusations of a sexual relationship with a former student. On December 23, 2022, the Delaware State Police Troop 2, Criminal Investigations Unit, received a report…

State Police Investigating Late-Night Shooting

The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred last night in Dover that left one man injured. On May 6, 2023, at approximately 11:43 p.m., troopers responded to the 1500 block of South Governors Avenue regarding a shooting. Troopers discovered…

Troopers Arrest Man on Gun Charges

The Delaware State Police have arrested 28-year-old Evelio Alvarez of Frankford, Delaware on gun charges following a traffic stop that took place late Saturday night. On May 6, 2023, at approximately 11:44 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the 36000 block of Robin Hood Road…

State Police Arrest Man on Felony Gun and Drug Charges

The Delaware State Police have arrested 43-year-old Lenell Abbott of Dover, Delaware on several felony gun and drug charges following an investigation that began Thursday evening. On May 4, 2023, at approximately 10:23 p.m., troopers responded to a residence on Cathy Avenue in Dover…


Troopers Arrest Man for 9th Offense DUI

The Delaware State Police have arrested 44-year-old Christopher Harris of Cheswold, Delaware for felony DUI following a traffic stop that took place yesterday afternoon in Dover. On May 6, 2023, at approximately 4:16 p.m., a trooper on patrol observed a silver Dodge Ram traveling…

Troopers Arrest Man for Shoplifting and Lewdness

The Delaware State Police have arrested 30-year-old Dane Smith of Ocean View, Delaware for shoplifting, lewdness, and other offenses following an incident that occurred yesterday afternoon in Bear. On May 2, 2023, at approximately 4:06 p.m., troopers responded to the Lowe’s located at 1030…

Dover Man Arrested Following Attempted Robbery at Royal Farms

The Dover Police Department has arrested Kareem Young, 29, of Dover, on attempted robbery charges following an altercation at Royal Farms early Thursday morning. The investigation began when officers were dispatched to Royal Farms for a theft. Upon arrival, Young was being…

Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Collision Involving Two Work Trucks

Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision involving two work trucks that occurred in the Smyrna area yesterday morning. On April 26, 2023, at approximately 11:43 a.m., a 2021 International Box Truck was northbound on Korean War Veterans Memorial…