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  • State Police Arrest Berlin, Maryland Woman for Felony Theft

    State Police Arrest Berlin, Maryland Woman for Felony Theft

    Delaware State Police arrested 63-year-old Beatrice Therres, of Berlin, Maryland, on Wednesday for a felony theft that occurred in Millsboro in September.

    On September 17, 2023, at approximately 1:57 p.m., troopers were called to a residence on the 26000 block of Flying Bridge Court in Millsboro, Delaware, for a theft report. Upon arrival, troopers contacted a 68-year-old woman who advised that her purse, that contained personal items and money, had been removed from her residence. Through investigative means, troopers identified Beatrice Therres as the suspect and obtained a warrant for her arrest. On December 23, 2023, troopers were notified that Therres was in custody in Maryland.

    On January 3, 2024, Therres was extradited to Delaware and transported to Troop 7 where she was turned over to troopers and charged with the following crime:

    • Theft Less than $1500 and Victim is Older than 62 Years of Age (Felony)

    Therres was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and released on her own recognizance.

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  • State Police Detectives Arrest Millsboro Man for Felony Drug Charges

    State Police Detectives Arrest Millsboro Man for Felony Drug Charges

    Delaware State Police arrested 44-year-old Anthony Hitchens, of Millsboro, Delaware, for drug charges Tuesday afternoon.

    On January 2, 2024, at approximately 4:40 p.m., detectives conducting patrols in Georgetown saw a maroon Pontiac Grand Am traveling on South Bedford Street turn onto Dupont Boulevard northbound without signaling. Detectives stopped the car on Dupont Boulevard, contacted the driver, a 31-year-old from Lewes, and a passenger. The driver, who had an active warrant from Sussex County Court of Common Pleas, was taken into custody. When detectives took them into custody, they saw drug paraphernalia that was concealed under their leg. Detectives then contacted the passenger, identified as Anthony Hitchens, and he exited the car. A search of the passenger’s area of the Grand Am revealed approximately 13.45 grams of suspected crack cocaine, approximately 2.85 grams of suspected powder cocaine, and approximately 149 bags of suspected heroin (1.043 grams). Hitchens and the 31-year-old were transported to Troop 4 where they were charged with multiple crimes.

    Hitchens was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $48,000 cash bond.

    • Possession with Intent to Deliver, Tier 2 (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession with Intent to Deliver (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 1 (Felony)
    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

    The 31-year-old driver was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on their own recognizance.

    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
    • Driving while Suspended
    • Fail to Signal

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  • State Police Arrest Laurel Woman for Hate Crime

    State Police Arrest Laurel Woman for Hate Crime

    Delaware State Police have arrested 21-year-old Aiyanna Winstead of Laurel, Delaware, for a hate crime and related charges on Sunday.

    On Saturday, December 30, 2023, at approximately 1:03 p.m., troopers responded to Taco Chabelita, located at 30661 Sussex Highway in Laurel, for a disorderly incident that occurred the previous evening.  The investigation revealed that on Friday December 29, 2023, at approximately 6:59 p.m., a Laurel woman, later identified as Aiyanna Winstead, placed an order over the phone for food. A 43-year-old family member went to the restaurant to pick up the order and was disorderly with the staff about the food order. She initially refused to leave after being asked numerous times but eventually did. A short time later, Winstead called the restaurant and began arguing about the order. During the call, she made racial statements towards the staff and threatened to shoot them and blow up the restaurant. On Sunday, December 31, 2023, Winstead and the other family member were taken into custody and transported to Troop 5, where they were charged with multiple crimes.

    Winstead was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3, and released on her own recognizance.

    • Hate Crime (Felony)
    • Terroristic Threatening – 4 counts

    The 43-year-old family member was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3, and released on their own recognizance.

    • Disorderly Conduct
    • 2nd Degree Criminal Trespass

     

     

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  • State Police Arrest Man for 6th Offense DUI Following Pursuit

    State Police Arrest Man for 6th Offense DUI Following Pursuit

    The Delaware State Police have arrested 37-year-old Christopher Russum of Hartly, Delaware for 6th offense DUI following a pursuit that occurred in Dover Thursday afternoon.

    On December 28, 2023, at approximately 3:49 p.m., a trooper on patrol observed a white Ford Expedition fail to stop at a red light while traveling southbound on Bay Road at the intersection with President Drive. The SUV turned eastbound on Lafferty Lane and the trooper initiated a traffic stop. The SUV failed to stop, and proceeded to make a U-turn as it headed back towards Bay Road. Troopers continued pursuing the SUV as it traveled on several roads in the area until it eventually came to a stop after becoming disabled on State Route 1 in the area of Exit 91. The driver, identified as Christopher Russum, was taken into custody without incident.

    Upon making contact with Russum, troopers detected signs of impairment. A computer check revealed he has five prior convictions for a DUI. Russum was taken to Troop 3 and charged with the following offenses:

    • 6th Offense DUI (Felony)
    • Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
    • Leaving the Scene of a Property Collision Accident
    • Driving While Suspended
    • Numerous Traffic Violations

    Russum was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $11,626 cash bond.

     

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  • Homeless Sex Offender Notification

    Homeless Sex Offender Notification

    The following individual is not wanted. 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.

     

    Click on the image to see the complete profile

     

     

    Manuel Spells

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  • Delaware State Police S.O.A.R. Searching for Wanted Sex Offenders

    Delaware State Police S.O.A.R. Searching for Wanted Sex Offenders

    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.

     

    Dana Brown

    Raheem Green

     Deangelo Hoskins

    Anthony Mcguire

    Darnell Miller

    Moore, Keith

    Lamont Moore

    Hershall Russell

    Ron Sims

    RJ Williams

     

    Spencer Wright

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  • * Update – Suspect Arrested * State Police Detectives Investigating Homicide in Bridgeville

    * Update – Suspect Arrested * State Police Detectives Investigating Homicide in Bridgeville

    The Delaware State Police have arrested 23-year-old Ian’Tae Albury, of Bridgeville, Delaware, for murder following a homicide that occurred last month.

    On November 25, 2023, at approximately 3:33 p.m., troopers responded to the 21000 block of Mill Park Drive in Bridgeville for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they found 26-year-old Daquan Lake suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. Lake was transported to a nearby hospital, where he died.

    Through investigative means, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit identified Ian’Tae Albury as the suspect and obtained a warrant for his arrest. On Friday, December 29, 2023, detectives served a search warrant on the 21000 block of Mill Park Drive in Bridgeville and Albury was taken into custody without incident. He was taken to Troop 5 where he was charged with the following crimes:

    • Murder First Degree (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 3 counts
    • Possession of Firearm Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)

    Albury was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $1,160,000 cash bond.

    The Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective D. Grassi by calling 302-365-8441 or emailing [email protected]. 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].

     

     

     

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  • State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Elkton, Maryland Man

    State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Elkton, Maryland Man

    Delaware State Police Troop 6 is issuing a Gold Alert for 26-year-old Amir Burnett of Elkton, Maryland. He was last seen in Wilmington, Delaware area on December 29, 2023. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is concern for his safety and well-being.

    He is described as a black male, approximately 5’8” tall, weighing approximately 230 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black Northface sweatshirt with a white t-shirt underneath, tan/rust-colored shorts, and black and gray New Balance sneakers.

    Anyone with information regarding Amir’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 6 by calling (302) 633-5000 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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  • Detectives Investigating Shooting in Ellendale

    Detectives Investigating Shooting in Ellendale

    The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday morning in a neighborhood in Ellendale.

    On December 26, 2023, at approximately 7:08 a.m., troopers responded to a residence on the 18000 block of New Hope Road in Ellendale for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 65-year-old man, a 34-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, were sleeping in a car when an unknown suspect fired several rounds at the car striking the 65-year-old man once in the arm. He was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. There were no other injuries reported and there is no suspect information available.

    Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Detectives are still investigating this shooting. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective D. Hickman by calling 302-752-3856. 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].

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  • *Update – James Revel Located* State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Millsboro Man

    *Update – James Revel Located* State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Millsboro Man

    The Gold Alert issued for James Revel on December 21, 2023, by Delaware State Police Troop 4, has been canceled as he has been located.

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  • State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Millsboro Man

    State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Millsboro Man

    Delaware State Police Troop 4 is issuing a Gold Alert for 61-year-old James Revel of Millsboro, Delaware. He was last seen at his residence on December 21, 2023. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is concern for his safety and well-being.

    He is described as a white male, approximately 5’11” tall, weighing approximately 200-210 pounds, with brown eyes and dark blonde and gray hair, and a gray mustache. He was possibly last seen wearing a tan coat, blue pajama pants or blue jeans.

    Anyone with information regarding James’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 4 by calling (302) 856-5850 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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  • Troopers Arrest Man for DUI and Felony Gun Charges

    Troopers Arrest Man for DUI and Felony Gun Charges

    The Delaware State Police arrested 32-year-old Marcus Echard of Salisbury, Maryland, for DUI, drug, and gun charges following a traffic stop Tuesday morning in Bridgeville.

    On December 19, 2023, at approximately 10:30 a.m., troopers patrolling Mill Park Drive in Bridgeville noticed a white Volkswagen Jetta traveling towards them on the wrong side of the road. The troopers were able to avoid being hit by the Jetta, turned around, and activated their emergency equipment. Despite the activation of emergency equipment, the Jetta failed to stop. Troopers eventually stopped the car on Coverdale Road and identified the driver as Marcus Echard. While conversing with troopers, Echard showed signs of impairment, leading to his arrest. A search of his person revealed drug paraphernalia. Further inspection of the vehicle revealed a concealed handgun and additional drug paraphernalia.

    Echard was taken to Troop 5, where he was charged with the following crimes:

    • Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon/Firearm (Felony)
    • Attempting to Engage in Firearms Transaction (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest
    • Possession of a Firearm while Under the Influence
    • Driving Under the Influence of Drugs
    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
    • Other Traffic Offenses

    Echard was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $18,210 cash bond.

     

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  • State Police Arrest Duo for Mail Theft in Kent County

    State Police Arrest Duo for Mail Theft in Kent County

    Delaware State Police arrested 32-year-old Mark Morris from Dover, Delaware, and 29-year-old Aaliyah Coleman of Dover, Delaware, on Tuesday night for felony theft and other related charges.

    On December 19, 2023, at approximately 10:15 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the area of Wood Duck Lane in Camden-Wyoming for suspicious individuals in a white Chevrolet Tahoe driving through the neighborhood and checking mailboxes. When troopers arrived, they searched the area for the Tahoe and found it on Hazletville Road. Troopers stopped the vehicle and contacted the driver, identified as Mark Morris, the passenger, identified as Aaliyah Coleman, and a child. As troopers spoke with Morris and Coleman, they observed several mail envelopes and packages on the floorboard. Morris and Coleman were taken into custody without incident. A search of the Tahoe revealed more envelopes and packages with the names and addresses of victims who reside on Hazletville Road and in the community of Wild Quail Golf and Country Club. Morris and Coleman were taken back to Troop 3, where they were charged with multiple crimes.

     

    Morris was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 7 and released on his own recognizance.

    Mark Morris
    Mark Morris

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    • Theft Less than $1500 where Victim is Older than 62 Years of Age (Felony) – 5 counts
    • Conspiracy 2nd (Felony)
    • Theft Less than $1500 – 4 counts
    • Endangering the Welfare of a Child
    • Traffic offenses

    Coleman was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 7 and released on her own recognizance.

    Aaliyah Coleman
    Aaliyah Coleman

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    • Theft Less than $1500 where Victim is Older than 62 Years of Age (Felony) – 5 counts
    • Conspiracy 2nd (Felony)
    • Theft Less than $1500 – 4 counts
    • Endangering the Welfare of a Child

     

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  • State Police Arrest Georgetown Man for 5th Offense DUI

    State Police Arrest Georgetown Man for 5th Offense DUI

    Delaware State Police arrested 40-year-old Shane Massey, of Georgetown, Delaware, on Tuesday night in Lewes for 5th offense DUI.

    On December 19, 2023, at approximately 10:25 p.m., a trooper was dispatched to the intersection of Coastal Highway and Postal Lane in Lewes for a report of a driver who was asleep at the wheel and had missed several cycles of the traffic signal. The trooper arrived, saw a gray Jeep in the turn lane, and contacted the driver. After contacting the driver, identified as Shane Massey, the trooper observed signs of impairment during their interaction and conducted Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. After tests were completed, Massey was taken into custody for DUI and transported to Troop 7. A computer check revealed that he had been convicted of DUI on four prior occasions. He was charged with the following crimes:

    • DUI 5th Offense (Felony)
    • Driving with a Suspended or Revoked License

    Massey was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on a $6,100 cash bond.

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  • State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Milton Man

    State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Milton Man

    Delaware State Police Troop 7 is issuing a Gold Alert for 21-year-old Tyrese Jenkins of Milton, Delaware. He was last seen in the Milton, Delaware area on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful and there is concern for his safety and well-being.

    He is described as a black male, approximately 5’11” tall, weighing approximately 220 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing and unknown-colored shirt, red and black shorts, long black socks and rainbow-colored Crocs. He was last seen driving a silver Nissan Altima with Delaware registration 22564 that has a silver star license plate on the front.

    Anyone with information regarding Tyrese’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 7 by calling (302) 644-5020 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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  • *Update- Chad Sturgis Located* State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Newark Man

    *Update- Chad Sturgis Located* State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Newark Man

    The Gold Alert issued for Chad Sturgis on December 18, 2023, by Delaware State Police Troop 2, has been canceled as he has been located.

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  • State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Newark Man

    State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Newark Man

    Delaware State Police Troop 2 is issuing a Gold Alert for 29-year-old Chad Sturgis of Newark, Delaware. He was last seen in the Christiana, Delaware area on December 18, 2023. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is concern for his safety and well-being.

    He is described as a white male, approximately 5’8” tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds, with blue eyes and red hair. He was last seen wearing a red checkered flannel shirt, gray sweatpants and glasses.

    Anyone with information regarding Chad’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 2 by calling (302) 834-2620 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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  • Sussex County Governor’s Task Force Arrests Seaford Woman for Felony Drug Dealing

    Sussex County Governor’s Task Force Arrests Seaford Woman for Felony Drug Dealing

    Delaware State Police arrested 35-year-old Katie Dilworth of Seaford, Delaware, for drug charges Wednesday night.

    On December 13, 2023, at approximately 9:35 p.m., the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force conducting patrols in Laurel saw a white Ford Explorer traveling southbound on Sussex Highway turn onto 4th Street without signaling. Detectives stopped the car on West 6th Street, contacted the driver, identified as Katie Dilworth, and two children in the Explorer. As the detectives spoke with Dilworth, they saw a clear plastic bag between her legs, and she tried to conceal it when she was asked to exit the car. The plastic bag contained a white powdery substance believed to be cocaine and a cut straw. Dilworth was taken into custody without incident. A search of her person and the Explorer revealed approximately 6.69 grams of suspected crack cocaine, approximately 1.66 grams of suspected powder cocaine, and two Alprazolam pills.

    Dilworth was taken to Troop 4 where she was charged with the following crimes:

    • Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 1 (Felony)
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance
    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – 2 counts
    • Unlawfully Dealing with a Child under 18 to Remain in Place where Narcotics or Dangerous Drug Activity – 2 counts
    • Failure to Signal

    Dilworth was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $21,550 cash bond.

     

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  • Troopers Arrest Seaford Man for Home Improvement Fraud

    Troopers Arrest Seaford Man for Home Improvement Fraud

    Delaware State Police have arrested 56-year-old Derek Green of Seaford, Delaware for home improvement fraud Wednesday.

    On December 13, 2023, a Bridgeville man contacted State Police to report a home improvement fraud. During the investigation, troopers learned that Derek Green, owner of Mason Construction LLC, had previously agreed to build a sunroom addition on his house and the construction was supposed to start in October 2023. The 69-year-old victim had paid Green just over $13,000 to do the work but it was not completed, the contract was not fulfilled, and the victim’s money was never reimbursed.

    On December 13, 2023, Green turned himself in to Troop 5, where he was charged with the following crimes:

    • Home Improvement Fraud Over $1,500 and Victim is 62 Years of Age or Older (Felony)
    • Theft By False Pretense Over $1,500 (Felony)

    Green was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3 and released on his own recognizance.

    Troopers are asking anyone who may have been defrauded in a similar manner to please contact Troop 4 Financial Crimes Unit by calling 302-856-5850. 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].

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  • *Update- Victim Identified* State Police Detectives Investigating Homicide in Wilmington

    *Update- Victim Identified* State Police Detectives Investigating Homicide in Wilmington

    Delaware State Police have identified 22-year-old Malik Benson, of Beaumont, Texas, as the victim of a homicide that occurred in Wilmington on December 9, 2023.

    The Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective B. Timmons by calling 302-365-8434 or emailing [email protected]. 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].

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  • Troopers Arrest Ocean View Man for Felony DUI and Drug Charges

    Troopers Arrest Ocean View Man for Felony DUI and Drug Charges

    Delaware State Police arrested 44-year-old Ian McIntyre, of Ocean View, Delaware, for a felony DUI and drug-related charges early Friday morning in Rehoboth Beach.

    On December 8, 2023, at approximately 1:02 a.m., a trooper on patrol observed a white Chevrolet Express van parked for an extended period at a gas pump at Wawa, located at 30155 Veterans Way. The trooper stopped to check on the driver of the van who appeared to be asleep in the driver’s seat with the van running. After making contact with the driver, identified as Ian McIntyre, the trooper observed signs of impairment during their interaction and conducted Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. While tests were given, troopers observed a straw with a white powdery substance in plain view on the driver’s floorboard. After tests were completed, McIntyre was taken into custody for DUI. A search of McIntyre’s person and the van led to the discovery of 139 bags containing approximately .973 grams of heroin, a small plastic bag containing approximately 1.36 grams of Methamphetamine, a Psilocybin mushroom bar weighing approximately 8.49 grams, and various drug paraphernalia.

    McIntyre was taken to Troop 7, where a computer check showed that he had been convicted of DUI on two different occasions. He was charged with the following crimes:

    • DUI 3rd Offense (Felony)
    • Manufacture/Deliver/Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony)
    • Possess/Consume a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance (2 counts)
    • Possession of Drug paraphernalia (3 counts)

    McIntyre was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on an $11,000 secured bond.

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  • State Police Detectives Investigating Homicide in Wilmington

    State Police Detectives Investigating Homicide in Wilmington

    The Delaware State Police are investigating a homicide in Wilmington after one man was found dead in a vehicle Saturday night.

    On December 9, 2023, at approximately 7:17 p.m., troopers responded to Eagle Tobacco Shop located at 3505 Miller Road in Wilmington, for a report of a shooting. When police arrived, there were indications of a shooting. However, no victims were located.

    A preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was in his vehicle and parked in the parking lot of Eagle Tobacco Shop. A dark-colored SUV entered and parked in the parking lot. An occupant of the dark-colored SUV fired several rounds at the victim, and then fled the scene in an unknown direction. The victim then drove and to P.S. Dupont Middle School, where he crashed through a fence and came to rest on the school property. When police located the victim, they noticed he was suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. The victim, a 22-year-old man from Texas, died at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

    The Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective B. Timmons by calling 302-365-8434 or emailing [email protected]. 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].

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  • Homeless Sex Offender Notification

    Homeless Sex Offender Notification

    The following individuals are not wanted. 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.

     

    Click on the image to see the complete profile

     

     

    James Biscoe

     

    David Distefano

     

    Alan Evans

     

    Daniel Kirlin

     

    Eric Perez

     

    Gerald Williams

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