Delaware State Police arrested Raymond Disabatino, 55, of New Castle, Delaware, and Mark Roca, 52, of Wilmington, Delaware, for the burglary of a New Castle area warehouse that occurred early Monday morning.
At approximately midnight on January 29, 2024, troopers responded to Snow Joe located at 794 School House Road, New Castle, for a report of a burglary. Upon arriving, troopers searched the building and located the suspects inside. The suspects, identified as Raymond Disabatino and Mark Roca, were taken into custody without incident. Troopers also located Roca’s pickup truck on the property and recovered stolen power tools and equipment valued at over $1,500 from the bed of the truck. Disabatino and Roca were taken to Troop 2, where they were charged with multiple felony crimes.
Disabatino was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and released after posting on a $7,000 secured bond.
Raymond Disabatino
Burglary Third Degree (Felony)
Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Roca was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and released after posting on a $7,000 secured bond.
Delaware State Police arrested a 15-year-old Wilmington, Delaware teen in connection with a robbery that Thursday evening at a Wilmington area Shell gas station.
On January 25, 2024, at approximately 4:44 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Shell located at 3800 Kennett Pike in Wilmington. The investigation revealed an unknown male suspect, later identified as the 15-year-old teen, approached an employee in the gas station with his hand concealed under his jacket. The teen demanded vape/tobacco products and threatened to shoot the employee with an alleged concealed gun. The employee complied and the teen fled on foot in a northwest direction with multiple vape products.
Through investigative means, Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Detectives identified the 15-year-old teen as the suspect and obtained warrants for his arrest. On January 29, 2024, detectives made contact with the teen and took him into custody without incident. He was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the following crimes:
Robbery First Degree (Felony)
Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
The 15-year-old was arraigned by New Castle County Family Court and committed to New Castle County Detention Center on a $21,000 secured bond.
The Delaware State Police continues to investigate a Bear area crash that occurred early Saturday morning after 32-year-old Chelsea Daniels of New Castle, Delaware, died from injuries sustained in the crash.
On January 27, 2024, at approximately 3:19 a.m., a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee was traveling in the left northbound lane of State Route 7 (Bear Christiana Road), south of Rivers End Drive. At the same time, a 2010 Honda Accord was traveling southbound in the left northbound lane of SR 7 in the Jeep’s path of travel. As a result, the Honda struck the Jeep in a violent head-on collision. Both vehicles came to a stop a few feet from the impact.
The front passenger of the Jeep, identified as Chelsea Daniels, was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where she was admitted for life-threatening injuries. Later on January 27, 2024, she died from injuries sustained in the crash.
The driver of the Jeep, a 41-year-old man from Chester, Pennsylvania, and a rear passenger in the Jeep, a 42-year-old man, were taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where they were admitted for serious injuries. A 2-year-old passenger in the Jeep was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where she was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
The driver of the Honda, a 26-year-old man from Yeadon, Pennsylvania, was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where he was admitted for serious injuries.
The roadway was closed for approximately 4 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Sergeant J. Jefferson by calling 302-365-8484. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Corporal P. McAndrew by calling (302) 365-8486. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police are investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on a private road last night in Wilmington that left one man dead.
On January 28, 2024, at approximately 8:04 p.m., a 2021 Hyundai Tucson was traveling eastbound on the private main entrance driveway of the Wilmington Country Club located at 4825 Kennett Pike in Wilmington. For reasons under investigation, the Hyundai failed to remain on the roadway and struck a tree at an apparent high rate of speed.
The driver, a 24-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified.
The roadway was closed for approximately 4 hours while the scene was investigated, and the roadway was cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Corporal P. McAndrew by calling (302) 365-8486. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Corporal P. McAndrew by calling (302) 365-8486. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
Delaware State Police arrested 36-year-old Jasmine Williams of Wilmington, Delaware, for multiple New Castle County robberies and shopliftings that occurred in the last month following a robbery yesterday afternoon at a Walgreens in Wilmington.
On January 25, 2024, at approximately 12:56 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Walgreens located at 802 Philadelphia Pike in Wilmington. Upon arriving, troopers learned an unknown black female was approached by an employee as she was shoplifting. The suspect pointed a knife at the employee and fled from the business with the unpaid merchandise. Walgreens employees recognized the woman as the same suspect who shoplifted from the business on January 23, 2024. Troopers canvassed the area for the suspect and located her on the 2600 block of North Market Street in Wilmington. Troopers took the suspect, identified as Jasmine Williams, into custody without incident, and recovered two knives from her person.
Williams was taken to Troop 2, where detectives identified her as the suspect in a robbery that occurred on January 16, 2024, at the Food Lion located at 3609 Philadelphia Pike in Claymont. During the robbery, Williams pointed a knife at Food Lion employees while shoplifting. Williams was also identified as the suspect for a December 11, 2023, shoplifting at Marshalls located at 3000 Fashion Center Boulevard, Newark, and a December 12, 2023, shoplifting at Kohl’s located at 2800 Pulaski Highway, Newark.
At Troop 2, Williams was charged with the following crimes:
Robbery First Degree (Felony) – 2 counts
Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) – 2 counts
Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Shoplifting Over $1,500 (Felony)
Shoplifting Under $1,500 – 2 counts
Williams was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on an $85,000 secured bond.
The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred Thursday evening at a Wilmington area Shell gas station.
On January 25, 2024, at approximately 4:44 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Shell located at 3800 Kennett Pike in Wilmington. The investigation revealed an unknown male suspect approached an employee in the gas station with his hand concealed under his jacket. The suspect demanded vape/tobacco products and threatened to shoot the employee with an alleged concealed gun. The employee complied and the suspect fled on foot in a northwest direction with multiple vape products. Troopers located the stolen vape products during a K9 track, however, were unable to locate the suspect.
The suspect is described as a light-skinned black male wearing dark clothing and a mask. Surveillance video and images are not yet available.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is still investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective D. Armstrong by calling (302) 365-8440. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police arrested a 36-year-old Dover, Delaware man for DUI and related charges following a fatal pedestrian crash investigation that occurred yesterday evening in Townsend that left one man dead. Future charges are pending as the incident continues to be investigated.
On January 24, 2024, at approximately 5:19 p.m., a 2023 Kia Soul was traveling on US Route 13 (Dupont Parkway) northbound, north of Blackbird Landing Road in Townsend. The preliminary investigation revealed that the Kia was reported to have been traveling in an erratic manner leading up to the impact with a 40-year-old pedestrian. It remains under investigation if the pedestrian was in the right lane or shoulder of US Route 13 northbound at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was wearing bright reflective-colored clothing for the dark and unlit roadway conditions. After the crash, the Kia came to a stop on the right shoulder of US Route 13 and became engulfed in flames.
The pedestrian, a man from Townsend, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified.
The driver of the Kia was not injured and appeared to be under the influence of a drug. A DUI investigation ensued and impairment was suspected to be a factor. The driver was taken to Troop 9, where he was charged with Driving Under the Influence of a Drug, Possession of a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance, Driving While Suspended, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
The passengers of the Kia, a 23-year-old woman and a 4-year-old child, both from Dover, Delaware, were taken to an area hospital by ambulance for non-life-threatening injuries.
The roadway was closed for approximately 4 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Corporal P. McAndrew by calling (302) 365-8486. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police arrested a 16-year-old student of Wilmington, Delaware, found in possession of a gun this morning at The John Dickinson School in Wilmington.
On January 24, 2024, at approximately 7:45 a.m., the Delaware State Police School Resource Officer at The John Dickinson School located at 1801 Milltown Road, Wilmington, was notified by school staff of a 16-year-old student possibly in possession of a firearm and ammunition. Upon receiving the report, school staff removed the student from the classroom and recovered a loaded magazine from his person. The student was taken into custody without incident after a subsequent search of the student’s backpack led to the discovery of an unloaded handgun. There were no threats stated or implied towards students or staff at the school and the school day proceeded as normal.
The student was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the following crimes:
Possession of a Firearm in a Safe School Zone (Felony)
Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Person Under 18 (Felony)
Possession of Ammunition by a Person Under 18 (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Firearm (Felony)
The 16-year-old student was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and committed to the Ferris School on a $12,000 cash bond.
The Delaware State Police arrested 34-year-old Kelvin Giron-Brand, of Paterson, New Jersey, for a felony theft of fuel that occurred at a New Castle Wawa yesterday afternoon.
On January 23, 2024, at approximately 3:07 p.m., troopers responded to the Wawa located at 7 E. Commons Boulevard in New Castle for a report of a theft of fuel. Upon arrival, troopers made contact with the suspect, identified as Kelvin Giron-Brand, at a fuel pump in a white Ford van. In the ensuing investigation, troopers learned that multiple Wawa gas stations have been experiencing a trend of diesel fuel thefts in which the suspects install a device to the fuel pump that manipulates the pump to dispense a large volume of fuel for a fraction of the cost. The fuel pump used by Giron-Brand was inspected and the device was recovered. Troopers also located multiple containers in Giron-Brand’s work van that contained over $1,700’s worth of fuel, for which Giron-Brand had paid less than $20.
Giron-Brand was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 2, where he was charged with the following crimes:
Kelvin Giron-Brand
Shoplifting Over $1,500 (Felony)
Possession of Burglar Tools or Instruments Involving Disabling Security Systems (Felony)
Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
Giron-Brand was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $14,000 secured bond.
Delaware State Police arrested 36-year-old Kevin Clary of Millsboro, Delaware, for an attempted robbery and felony assault that occurred yesterday afternoon in Rehoboth Beach.
On January 19, 2024, at approximately 3:32 p.m., a trooper was approached by a 38-year-old man who was stabbed in his hand at the Wendy’s located at 19054 Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach. The investigation revealed that the victim was in the passenger seat of a car in the parking lot of Wendy’s when he was approached by an acquaintance, identified as Kevin Clary. Clary had been inside the Wendy’s when he discovered the victim was in the parking lot and made statements about killing the victim before he went outside. Once outside, Clary opened the victim’s car door, demanded money from him, and repeatedly jabbed at him with a knife while making statements about killing him. The victim was able to close his door to stop Clary’s assault; at which point, Clary began kicking the door until the victim’s girlfriend returned to the car and drove to the trooper at a nearby business.
The victim was taken to an area hospital by ambulance for his injury. Responding troopers located Clary near a wooded area on Coastal Highway and took him into custody without incident.
Clary was taken to Troop 7, where he was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $64,300 cash bond.
Kevin Clary
Attempted Robbery First Degree (Felony)
Assault First Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
The Delaware State Police arrested a 17-year-old teen from Newark, Delaware, for multiple felony charges stemming from residential burglaries and a vehicle theft that occurred over the last week in Newark.
On January 9, 2024, troopers responded to the 700 block of Salem Church Road in Newark for three separate burglary incidents in a 12-hour span of neighboring homes. During the investigations, it was discovered an unknown suspect entered the first home and stole property at approximately 9:38 a.m. The suspect then returned to the area at approximately 12:35 p.m. and damaged the door of a second home while attempting to enter it. During the attempted burglary of the second home, the suspect fled into an adjacent neighborhood after being confronted by the homeowner. The suspect again returned to the area at approximately 8:00 p.m. and stole an SUV from the driveway of a third home; however, he abandoned the SUV after crashing it into a tree on the property. On January 12, 2024, and January 14, 2024, the suspect was reported to be trespassing on the same properties. Through investigative means and with the assistance of Probation and Parole, troopers identified the suspect as a 17-year-old Newark teen on probation.
On January 17, 2024, troopers responded to a home on the 700 block of Salem Church Road for a report of the suspect breaking into a car in the driveway. Upon arriving, troopers located the suspect on the property and attempted to make contact. The suspect refused verbal commands by troopers and fled on foot. He was quickly taken into custody without further incident and taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the following crimes:
Attempted Burglary First Degree (Felony)
Burglary Second Degree (Felony)
Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Felony)
Theft Under $1,500
Resisting Arrest
Criminal Mischief
Breach of Release – 5 counts
Criminal Trespass Third Degree – 3 counts
He was arraigned by New Castle County Family Court and committed to the New Castle County Detention Center on an $18,750 secured bond.
The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery stemming from a shoplifting that occurred on Tuesday night in the parking lot of a Food Lion in Claymont.
On January 16, 2024, at approximately 10:15 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Food Lion located at 3609 Philadelphia Pike in Claymont. The preliminary investigation revealed two Food Lion employees attempted to stop an unknown black female suspect from shoplifting a cart full of merchandise in the parking lot of the grocery store. As the employees grabbed the shopping cart, the suspect stepped towards them while pointing a knife and stated she was taking the property. The employees stepped away from the suspect, and the suspect fled with the merchandise in a light-colored sedan westbound on Darley Road.
The suspect is described as a black female wearing dark-colored clothing and armed with a knife. As of now, surveillance video and images of the suspect and suspect vehicle are not available.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is diligently pursuing this case. Investigators urge anyone with information about this case to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling (302) 365-8472. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police arrested Jyair Fields, 23, and Mariana Laboy, 47, both from Wilmington, Delaware, for reckless endangering and gun offenses that occurred in a bar’s parking lot on Saturday night in Newark.
On January 13, 2024, at approximately 8:54 p.m., troopers responded to Rackers Bar and Billiards located at 1232 Capitol Trail, Newark, for a report of a fight with shots fired. In the following investigation, troopers learned Jyair Fields had fired multiple shots from a handgun, into the air, after being involved in a fight in the bar’s parking lot. Fields fled in a white Acura that was also occupied by Mariana Laboy and two teenagers. Shortly after fleeing, Fields stopped in front of a residence on Red Mill Road. He and Laboy got into an argument where Fields fired additional shots into the air. Troopers responded to Red Mill Road after receiving the report of shots fired in that area and conducted a traffic stop on the white Acura. As troopers approached, Fields passed the handgun to Laboy for her to hide it. Troopers saw a handgun and shell casings in plain view while making contact with the Acura’s occupants.
Fields and Laboy were taken into custody without incident. They were taken to Troop 2, where they were charged with multiple crimes.
Fields was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $59,000 cash bond.
Jyair Fields
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Reckless Endanger First Degree (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Terroristic Threatening
Laboy was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on a $53,000 cash bond.
Mariana Laboy
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Delaware State Police arrested 27-year-old Jaquoya Smith of New Castle, Delaware, for a robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon in a New Castle area gas station parking lot.
On January 10, 2024, at approximately 3:01 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery in the parking lot of the Super Gas located at 3006 New Castle Avenue in New Castle. In the ensuing investigation, troopers learned the suspect approached the 40-year-old victim in the parking lot of the gas station and demanded money from her. As the victim complied, the suspect hit the victim in the face and fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of money. A short time later, the suspect, identified as Jaquoya Smith, returned to the gas station, where she was taken into custody by troopers.
Smith was taken to Troop 2 and was charged with the following crimes:
Robbery Second Degree (Felony)
Assault Third Degree
Smith was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on a $2,500 secured bond.
The Delaware State Police arrested 43-year-old Anthony Garcia of Wilmington, Delaware, for multiple felony charges following an assault that occurred on Tuesday afternoon at a motel in New Castle.
On January 9, 2024, at approximately 12:27 p.m., troopers responded to the Superlodge located at 1200 West Avenue, New Castle, for a report of an assault. Upon arriving, troopers located the suspect, identified as Anthony Garcia, at the motel and took him into custody without incident. During the investigation, troopers learned a Superlodge employee had asked Garcia and a 33-year-old woman to leave their motel room on three separate occasions after their check-out time had passed. During the employee’s third request, Garcia exited the room with a knife in his hand and lunged at the employee. After a brief altercation, the employee got away from Garcia, at which point Garcia approached the employee a second time with the knife in his hand. The employee was treated at the scene by EMS for injuries to his hand.
Garcia was taken to Troop 2, where he was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $76,000 cash bond.
Assault Second Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Delaware State Police arrested 22-year-old Marquis Walker of New Castle, Delaware, for multiple offenses, including a felony forgery, following a theft investigation that occurred on Sunday afternoon at a Newark area Bob Evans.
On January 7, 2024, at approximately 1:40 p.m., troopers responded to the Bob Evans located at 404 Eagle Run Road in Newark, for a report of a black male arguing with staff. During the investigation, troopers learned employees confronted the suspect after discovering he paid for his order with a counterfeit $100 bill. The suspect proceeded to argue with employees and refused to return the change he received. As employees were contacting the police, the suspect returned the change, took the counterfeit $100 bill, and fled from the restaurant. Responding troopers located the suspect, later identified as Marquis Walker, in a nearby shopping center. Shortly after troopers made contact with him, Walker fled on foot towards Chapman Road. In the ensuing pursuit, Walker continued to refuse verbal commands and was ultimately taken into custody after a taser deployment was utilized. A subsequent search of Walker’s person led to the discovery of nine counterfeit $100 bills.
Walker initially provided multiple false identities to troopers. He was taken to Troop 2, where a computer inquiry positively identified him as Marquis Walker and revealed he had multiple active warrants for his arrest in Delaware. Walker was charged with the following crimes:
Forgery First Degree (Felony)
Hindering Prosecution (Felony)
Attempted Theft under $1,500
Criminal Impersonation
Resisting Arrest
Walker was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and issued a $4,000 unsecured bond for the above charges. Walker was ultimately committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $1,000 secured bond for his active warrants.
The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred on Saturday evening in the parking lot of a Kirkwood Highway grocery store.
On January 6, 2024, at approximately 7:20 p.m., troopers responded to a report of an armed robbery at La Estrella located at 4536 Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington. The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was approached by an unknown black male suspect in the parking lot of the grocery store as he was returning to his vehicle. The masked suspect pushed the victim into the side of the victim’s truck after demanding money from him. The suspect then pressed a firearm into the victim’s stomach while continuing to demand money. The victim complied and the suspect fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash in a southbound direction behind the business. Responding troopers searched the area for the suspect but were unable to locate him.
The suspect is described as a black male armed with a firearm. As of now, surveillance video and images are not available.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is diligently pursuing this case. Investigators urge anyone with information about this case to contact Detective Rob Strecker at (302) 365-8413. Additionally, information can be shared via a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police arrested 62-year-old Elijah Beckham of Wilmington, Delaware, for gun and drug offenses following a search warrant at a residence in Wilmington yesterday morning.
On January 3, 2024, at approximately 11:30 a.m., members of the New Castle County Drug Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on the 800 block of N. Spruce Street in Wilmington. The search warrant was obtained following a two-month long drug investigation of Elijah Beckham, who was suspected of the large-scale distribution of narcotics. Beckham was taken into custody at the residence without incident.
A search of the home led to the discovery of the following items:
Two handguns
Multiple rounds of ammunition
Approximately 7.1 grams of cocaine
Approximately 22.8 grams of marijuana
Approximately $27,066 in suspected drug dealing proceeds
Various paraphernalia to include digital scales and distribution/packaging materials
Beckham was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released after posting a $53,000 secured bond.
Possession of a Firearm by Person Prohibited who also Possesses Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by Person Prohibited (Felony) – 2 counts
Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony)
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Corporal P. McAndrew by calling (302) 365-8486. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
Delaware State Police arrested 38-year-old Ajeenah Hopes of Newark, Delaware, for firearm and endangering offenses following a check on the welfare investigation that occurred in New Castle early Monday morning.
On January 1, 2024, at approximately 12:33 a.m., troopers responded to Pockets Bar located at 315 S. Dupont Highway in New Castle to check on the welfare of children who were reported to be in a van that was running in the parking lot of the bar for several hours. Arriving troopers located the children in the van, and subsequently located their mother, identified as Ajeenah Hopes, in the bar’s parking lot. After making contact with Hopes, troopers observed signs of intoxication and she was taken into custody. A search after arrest led to the discovery of a concealed firearm in Hopes’ purse. A computer inquiry revealed Hopes does not have a permit to carry a concealed firearm.
Hopes was taken to Troop 2, where she was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Delores J. Baylor Correctional Institution on a $12,501 cash bond.
The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred Monday evening in Newark that left one woman dead.
On January 1, 2024, at approximately 6:38 p.m., a 2020 Jeep Compass was traveling in the single westbound lane on Old Baltimore Pike approaching Torrington Way. For reasons under investigation, a 63-year-old pedestrian wearing dark clothing and not carrying any type of reflective equipment was in the roadway in the Jeep’s path of travel. As a result, the pedestrian was struck by the Jeep in the westbound lane of Old Baltimore Pike.
The pedestrian, a woman from Newark, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her name is being withheld until her family and relatives are notified.
The driver of the Jeep, a 28-year-old woman from New Castle, Delaware, was not injured.
The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Corporal P. McAndrew by calling (302) 365-8486. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police have identified 21-year-old Nasir Simmons of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as the suspect involved in the road rage shooting that occurred yesterday morning on I-495 in Wilmington.
On December 28, 2023, at approximately 9:19 a.m., troopers responded to I-495 northbound, south of Philadelphia Pike, for a report of a road rage shooting. During the investigation, detectives discovered a red Honda Accord was traveling in the right northbound lane of I-495 when it was struck by multiple rounds of gunfire by an unknown suspect traveling in a burgundy passenger vehicle. The Honda pulled over onto the shoulder as the suspect vehicle fled northbound on I-495. The Honda’s occupants, a 32-year-old man, and a 2-month-old baby, were not injured.
Through investigative means, Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Detectives identified the suspect vehicle as a maroon Hyundai Sonata with Pennsylvania registration and developed Nasir Simmons as the suspect. On the evening of December 28, 2023, Simmons was located by the Philadelphia Police Department with the Hyundai. He was taken into custody without incident. Upon extradition to Delaware, Simmons will be charged with one felony count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, and 2 felony counts of Reckless Endanger First Degree.
The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting stemming from a road rage incident that occurred this morning on I-495 in Wilmington.
On December 28, 2023, at approximately 9:19 a.m., troopers responded to I-495 northbound, south of Philadelphia Pike, for a report of a road rage shooting. The preliminary investigation revealed a red Honda Accord was traveling on I-495 northbound when it was struck by multiple rounds of gunfire by an unknown suspect traveling in a burgundy passenger vehicle. The Honda then came to a stop on the shoulder of the highway as the suspect vehicle continued northbound on I-495. The Honda’s occupants, a 32-year-old man, and a 2-month-old baby, were not injured.
Troopers located and collected evidence at the scene. There is no additional suspect or suspect vehicle information available at this time.
Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Detectives are still investigating this shooting. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective H. Carroll by calling 302-365-8467. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
Delaware State Police Troop 4 is issuing a Gold Alert for 32-year-old Meshal Lopez of Millsboro, Delaware. Meshal was last seen in the Millsboro area on December 26, 2023. Attempts to contact or locate Meshal have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for her safety and well-being.
Meshal is described as a Hispanic female, approximately 5’06” tall, weighing approximately 145 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a dark green sweater, white pants, and black sneakers. She may be driving a white Nissan Altima with Delaware registration 375147.
Anyone with information regarding Meshal Lopez’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 4 by calling 302-856-5850, or by dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Delaware State Police arrested 38-year-old Bradley Schneider of Millsboro, Delaware, for felony guns and drug charges following a DUI investigation that occurred on Saturday evening in Millsboro.
On December 23, 2023, at approximately 5:17 p.m., a trooper on patrol observed a white Chevrolet Colorado with Delaware registration traveling in the area of Indian Mission Road and John J. Williams Highway in Millsboro. The Chevrolet was reported to have committed multiple traffic violations that endangered the safety of surrounding vehicles and property. The trooper conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, identified as Bradley Schneider. During the stop, the trooper observed a firearm and drug paraphernalia in plain view inside the truck. After Schneider was removed from the truck, troopers observed signs of impairment and Schneider was taken into custody. A search of Schneider’s person and the truck led to the discovery of:
7 baggies containing suspected heroin from Schneider’s person
Numerous empty baggies in the driver’s side door and center console
1 cut plastic straw with a white powder residue in the center console
1 glass bong
1 digital scale
1 loaded rifle with the serial number obliterated
1 loaded revolver
Multiple rounds of ammunition
A computer inquiry revealed Schneider is a convicted felon and prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition. Schneider was taken to Troop 4, where he was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $112,640 cash bond.
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited who Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
Possession of a Weapon with a Removed, Obliterated, or Altered Serial Number (Felony)
Delaware State Police arrested 33-year-old Michael Lewis of Bridgeville, Delaware, for gun and traffic charges following a crash investigation that occurred Friday night in Milton.
On December 22, 2023, at approximately 7:07 p.m., a trooper responded to the area of Gravel Hill Road and Webb Road in Milton for a crash involving a moped. Upon arriving, the trooper made contact with the operator of the moped, later identified as Michael Lewis, who was detained by a Georgetown Police Officer after Lewis attempted to leave the scene of the crash. While talking to Lewis, the trooper observed signs of impairment. Lewis refused to provide his identification to the trooper, and a search incident to arrest was conducted of Lewis and his belongings. A search of his backpack led to the discovery of a loaded firearm, a bottle of brandy, and personal documents positively identifying Lewis. A computer inquiry revealed Lewis is a convicted felon and prohibited from possessing a firearm.
Lewis was taken to Troop 4, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on a $6,503 secured bond.
Possession of a Firearm Previously Convicted of a Felony (Felony)
Delaware State Police arrested DavidCardarelli, 45, of Tarpon Springs, Florida, and Michael Cona, 44, of Palm Harbor, Florida, for weapon and drug charges following a traffic stop in Newark on Friday morning.
On December 22, 2023, at approximately 11:45 a.m., members of the New Castle County Governor’s Task Force patrolling the area of the Biden Welcome Center located at 530 John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway in Newark, observed the driver of a parked gold Buick Lucerne bearing Florida registration snorting an unknown substance while seated in the car. Detectives initiated a traffic stop to check on the occupants and made contact with the driver, identified as David Cardarelli, and the front passenger, identified as Michael Cona. After making contact with Cardarelli and Cona, detectives observed a loaded handgun magazine in plain view, and took both men into custody without incident. Upon taking Cardarelli into custody, detectives observed the handle of a handgun in plain view between the driver’s seat and the center console.
A subsequent search of the Buick revealed a loaded handgun, additional loaded handgun magazines, ammunition, an aluminum spoon with a hard waxy purple substance that tested positive as heroin, and an uncapped needle syringe containing a purple liquid suspected to be heroin. Cardarelli and Cona were taken to Troop 2, where they were charged with multiple crimes.
Cardarelli was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on an $8,000 secured bond.
David Cardarelli
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited who also Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Possession of Controlled/Counterfeit Substance
A computer inquiry revealed Cona is a convicted felon. He was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on an $11,000 secured bond.
Michael Cona
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited who also Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of Firearm if Previously Convicted of a Violent Felony (Felony)
The Delaware State Police have arrested 42-year-old Tracy Wagner of Laurel, Delaware, for felony assault following a domestic incident that occurred on Thursday morning in Seaford.
On December 21, 2023, at approximately 10:35 a.m., troopers responded to a residence located on North Street in Seaford for a report of an assault. In the ensuing investigation, troopers discovered Tracy Wagner returned to her ex-boyfriend’s home on Thursday morning after being instructed by troopers the night prior that she was not permitted on the property. Wagner proceeded to yell and knock on the door at which point her ex-boyfriend asked her to leave his property. As the victim was closing his door, Wagner sprayed pepper spray into the home, which struck a 62-year-old resident. Wagner then fled in an unknown gray car after she stole her ex-boyfriend’s car keys from his running car in the driveway.
Troopers checked the area and Wagner’s address, but were unable to locate her. A warrant was obtained for her arrest. Later the same day, Wagner turned herself in at Troop 5, where she was charged with the below crimes. She was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and release on a $7,250 unsecured bond.
Delaware State Police arrested 30-year-old Anthony Ford of Dover, Delaware, for a felony weapon charge following a traffic stop in Felton on Thursday morning.
On December 21, 2023, at approximately 11:00 a.m., members of the Kent County Governor’s Task Force patrolling the area of South Dupont Highway and Midstate Road in Felton observed a blue Honda Accord with Delaware temporary registration with an equipment violation. Detectives initiated a traffic stop and made contact with the driver and the front passenger. The front passenger of the Honda was identified as Anthony Ford, who was known to detectives from previous investigations. A computer inquiry of Ford revealed he had multiple capiases for his arrest. While taking Ford into custody, detectives discovered a large knife and a BB gun concealed under Ford’s jacket.
Ford was taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the offense listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on his own recognizance.
The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at the Christiana Mall in Newark on Friday night.
On December 23, 2023, troopers were notified of a robbery that occurred the previous day in the Christiana Mall Food Court located at 100 Christiana Mall, Newark. During the investigation, troopers discovered that on December 22, 2023, at approximately 9:12 p.m., the teenage victim was exiting the mall through the food court when he was approached by two unknown suspects. The suspects proceeded to punch and kick the victim before stealing the shopping bag the victim was carrying and fleeing in an unknown direction.
The suspects are described as teenagers. Surveillance video and images are not yet available.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is still investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling (302) 365-8472. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
Delaware State Police arrested a 14-year-old student from Felton, Delaware, following a felony assault that occurred at Lake Forest High School on Tuesday.
On December 19, 2023, at approximately 1:05 p.m., the Delaware State Police School Resource Officer assigned to Lake Forest High School located at 5407 Killens Pond Road, Felton, and the school’s administrators responded to a classroom for a report of an assault. The investigation revealed a 14-year-old student went into a classroom and assaulted another 14-year-old student by repeatedly punching and stomping on the victim’s head. The suspect was removed from the classroom by teachers and detained by the School Resource Officer.
The victim was taken to an area hospital by her parent, where she was treated for serious injuries to her head.
On December 23, 2023, the 14-year-old suspect turned herself in for the below charges. She was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7 and released to a guardian on a $5,000 unsecured bond.
Delaware State Police arrested 33-year-old Raheem Sanders of Wilmington, Delaware, for drug charges following a traffic stop in Newark Thursday evening.
On December 21, 2023, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the New Castle County Governor’s Task Force patrolling the area of Jenmar Shopping Plaza located at 430 South Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, observed a black Chevrolet Impala with temporary Pennsylvania registration enter the shopping center. A computer inquiry of the tag was conducted and revealed the registration was not valid. Detectives initiated a traffic stop and observed the driver, identified as Raheem Sanders, dump a plastic baggie into a Wawa cup as they approached. Upon making contact with Sanders, he refused multiple verbal commands by detectives and proceeded to throw a crystal rock like substance on the ground. As detectives removed Sanders from the car, he stomped on the substance, which later tested positive as methamphetamine. After a brief struggle, Sanders was ultimately taken into custody. A search of Sanders and the car led to the discovery of approximately 1.8 grams of crack cocaine, approximately 25 grams of methamphetamine, and $322 dollars in suspected drug dealing proceeds.
A computer inquiry of Sanders revealed his driver’s license was revoked. Sanders was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $43,000 secured bond.
Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance Tier 3 (Felony)
Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 3 (Felony)
The Delaware State Police continues to investigate a Bear area pedestrian crash that occurred Thursday night after 40-year-old Steven Wilkerson of Bear, Delaware, died from injuries sustained in the crash.
On December 21, 2023, at approximately 7:52 p.m., an orange 2016 Hyundai Veloster was traveling in the left eastbound lane of Pulaski Highway approaching the area of the Glenn Motel located at 1176 Pulaski Highway. At the same time, a pedestrian left the Glenn Motel and began walking northbound across the eastbound lanes of Pulaski Highway. The pedestrian entered the left eastbound lane of Pulaski Highway in the Hyundai’s path of travel and was struck by the car.
The pedestrian, identified as Steven Wilkerson, was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where he was admitted for life-threatening injuries. On December 22, 2023, he died from injuries sustained in the crash.
The driver of the Hyundai, a 50-year-old woman from New Castle, Delaware, was not injured.
The left eastbound lane of Pulaski Highway was closed for approximately 2.5 hours while the scene was investigated and the roadway was cleared.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Senior Corporal M. Calio by calling 302-365-8483. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
Delaware State Police arrested 20-year-old Mcy Mondestin of Federalsburg, Maryland, for a burglary that occurred Thursday evening in Harrington.
On December 21, 2023, at approximately 7:20 p.m., troopers responded to a residence located on Genesis Lane, Harrington, for a report of a burglary. Upon arriving, troopers located the suspect, identified as Mcy Mondestin, in the residence and took him into custody without incident. In the ensuing investigation, troopers learned Mondestin broke into the elderly victim’s residence while she was sleeping. The victim woke up when she heard Mondestin breaking in and was able to hide from Mondestin and call 9-1-1. Mondestin located the victim hiding in her living room and pulled her out of the hiding spot. Mondestin then made statements to the victim about it being his home before he left the room, which allowed the victim to call 9-1-1 again. The police arrived at the residence as Mondestin returned to the room.
Mondestin was taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $15,100 secured bond.
The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. If anyone knows the location of these individuals, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
The following individuals are notwanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed individuals are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Delaware State Police arrested 34-year-old Tiffany Fairley of Wilmington, Delaware, for an attempted armed robbery that occurred last week in Wilmington.
On December 14, 2023, at approximately 4:58 p.m., troopers responded to a report of an attempted armed robbery at Dunkin’ Donuts, located at 1700 Marsh Road in Wilmington. The preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown female suspect, later identified as Tiffany Fairley, entered the store and approached the baristas while brandishing a knife. Fairley threatened to stab the victims if they did not give her money. After the victims did not comply, Fairley fled on foot in an unknown direction.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Detectives developed Fairley as the suspect and obtained warrants for her arrest. On December 21, 2023, Fairley was located and apprehended on New Castle Avenue in New Castle. She was taken to Troop 2, where she was charged with the offenses listed below. Fairley was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on a $72,000 cash bond.
Delaware State Police arrested 32-year-old Joshua Marando of New Castle, Delaware, 32-year-old Marques Robbins of Wilmington, Delaware, and 35-year-old William Hallman of New Castle, Delaware on numerous criminal charges following a 6-month drug investigation at a motel in New Castle.
In June 2023, detectives from New Castle County’s Drug Unit began investigating the Best Night Inn located at 1200 West Avenue, New Castle, after receiving information that drugs were being sold by the motel’s staff members and security guards at the motel. Throughout the 6-month-long investigation, detectives identified Joshua Marando, Marques Robbins, William Hallman, Davahne Davis, and Jose Trinidad as the suspects and obtained warrants for their arrest.
On December 13, 2023, members of the Drug Unit, Governor’s Task Force, and Troop 2 Patrol executed search warrants at the Best Night Inn, during which they located and took into custody Marando, Robbins, and Hallman. Throughout the investigation and during the search, detectives recovered approximately 0.14 grams of heroin, approximately 1 gram of methamphetamine, approximately 1.60 grams of crack cocaine, and two firearms. Marando, Robbins, and Hallman were taken to Troop 2, where they were charged with multiple crimes.
Joshua Marando
Marando was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $21,000 cash bond.
Possession of a Firearm by Person Prohibited who also Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Marques Robbins
Robbins was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on a $12,500 unsecured bond.
Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
William Hallman
Hallman was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $22,000 cash bond.
Possession of a Firearm by Person Prohibited who also Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
The Delaware State Police New Castle County Drug Unit continues their investigation as Davis and Trinidad (pictured below) remain at large for felony offenses related to this investigation. Detectives urge anyone with information about this case or the suspects to share it via a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Delaware State Police have arrested 34-year-old Nichelle-Asi Hanna of Newark, Delaware, for a robbery that occurred earlier this week in Newark.
On December 10, 2023, at approximately 6:15 a.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Royal Farms located at 457 Stanton Christiana Road in Newark. Upon arriving, troopers discovered an unknown black male suspect entered the Royal Farms and walked behind the front counter to the registers. A Royal Farms employee approached the suspect and informed him he couldn’t be behind the counters at which point the suspect displayed a knife and demanded the employee open multiple cash registers and the lottery machine. The victim complied and the suspect fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of money.
Through investigative means, Troop 2 Robbery Detectives discovered the unknown black male suspect conspired to commit the robbery with a recently terminated Royal Farms employee, identified as Nichelle-Asi Hanna. On December 13, 2023, detectives located and arrested Hanna without incident.
Hanna was taken to Troop 2, where she was charged with the following crimes:
Robbery First Degree (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Hanna was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on a $22,000 cash bond.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is still investigating this incident as they attempt to identify the unknown black male suspect. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling (302) 365-8472. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Tuesday night at a Kirkwood Highway smoke shop.
On December 12, 2023, at approximately 7:55 p.m., troopers responded to a report of an armed robbery at Apollo Smoke Shop located at 3613 Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington. The investigation revealed an unknown white male suspect approached an employee in the store, pulled a handgun from his waistband, and demanded the employee empty the cash register. The victim complied and the suspect fled on foot eastbound towards Greenbank Road with an undisclosed amount of money.
The suspect is described as a white male armed with a handgun. Surveillance video and images are not yet available.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is still investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective D. Patterson by calling (302) 365-8404. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].
Delaware State Police arrested 34-year-old Wesley Lyons of Edgewood, Maryland, and 37-year-old Nicole Cottingham of Abingdon, Maryland, for felony gun and drug charges following a traffic stop in Newark early this morning.
On December 12, 2023, at approximately 1:00 a.m., members of the New Castle County Governor’s Task Force were patrolling the area of Churchmans Road in Newark, which is an area where concerned residents have reported frequent drug use, violent crimes, and other quality of life issues. Detectives observed a black Acura RL with Maryland registration exit a hotel parking lot and begin traveling on Churchmans Road. A computer inquiry of the tag revealed the registration was expired. Detectives conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, identified as Wesley Lyons, and the front passenger, identified as Nicole Cottingham. During the stop, a consensual search of the Acura led to the discovery of a loaded firearm, and two clear plastic bags containing approximately 120 grams of cocaine.
Lyons and Cottingham are convicted felons, which prohibits them from possessing a firearm or ammunition. Both were taken into custody and transported to Troop 2, where they were charged with the following crimes:
Wesley Lyons:
Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance Tier 3 (Felony)
Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 3 (Felony)
Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited who also Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of Firearm/Ammunition by Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Expired Tags
Lyons was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $70,050 secured bond.
Nicole Cottingham:
Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance Tier 3 (Felony)
Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 3 (Felony)
Possession of Firearm/Ammunition by Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Cottingham was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and committed to Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on a $60,000 secured bond.
Delaware State Police have arrested three Delaware teenagers, 13, 14, and 15 years old, for a robbery that occurred earlier this month at the Christiana Mall.
On December 3, 2023, troopers were notified of a robbery that occurred the previous day in the parking lot of Target located at 800 Christiana Mall in Newark. During the investigation, troopers discovered that on December 2, 2023, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the teenage victim was at the bus stop near Target when he was approached by multiple suspects. Two of the suspects, a 14-year-old and a 15-year-old, both from Wilmington, pushed the victim and held his arms while a 13-year-old New Castle teen stole the victim’s phone. While investigating the robbery on December 3, 2023, Christiana Mall Security advised troopers the suspects from the robbery, as identified by the mall’s video surveillance, had returned to the property. Troopers located the 13-year-old and the 15-year-old inside the mall, and they were taken into custody without incident.
The 13-year-old and 15-year-old were taken to Troop 2, where they were both charged with the following crimes:
Robbery Second Degree (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Both were arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11. The 13-year-old teen was committed to the New Castle County Detention Center on a $5,000 secured bond. The 15-year-old teen was released to a parent after posting a $5,000 secured bond.
Through investigative means, Troop 2 Robbery Detectives identified the 14-year-old teen as the third suspect and obtained warrants for his arrest. On December 11, 2023, the 14-year-old teen was located and arrested by detectives. The teen was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the following crimes:
Robbery Second Degree (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
The 14-year-old was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and committed to the New Castle County Detention Center on an $8,000 cash bond.
