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The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $12 million in refunds to consumers who paid Zurixx, LLC for a real estate investment training program that allegedly made empty promises about earning big profits by “flipping” houses.

The FTC and the Utah Department of Commerce Division of Consumer Protection (UDCP) sued Zurixx and its owners, Cristopher Cannon, James Carlson, and Jeffrey Spangler in September 2019. The complaint, as later amended, alleged that the defendants operated a real estate investment coaching scheme that sold live seminars and telephone coaching using false earnings claims that convinced consumers to pay them thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in a relatively short amount of time by “flipping” or wholesaling real estate using Zurixx’s system. The defendants bolstered sales by partnering with home-improvement and flipping television personalities.

The defendants agreed to a settlement in February 2022, that included a monetary judgment and permanently banned them from marketing or selling any real estate or business coaching programs and prohibited them from making misleading earnings claims and from using contract terms to restrict consumers’ ability to review their products or speak to law enforcement agencies.

The FTC is sending checks to 25,563 consumers. Recipients should cash their checks within 90 days, as indicated on the check. Consumers who have questions about their payment should contact the refund administrator, JND Legal Administration, at 888-906-0593 or visit the FTC website to view frequently asked questions about the refund process. The Commission never requires people to pay money or provide account information to get a refund.

The Commission’s interactive dashboards for refund data provide a state-by-state breakdown of refunds in FTC cases. In 2023, FTC actions led to $324 million in refunds to consumers across the country.

Delaware State Police arrested 37-year-old Joseph Kellogg of Virginia Beach, Virginia, for aggravated menacing and gun-related charges late Saturday night at the Delaware State Fair.

On July 27, 2024, at approximately 11:45 p.m., troopers responded to a hit and run vehicle crash in the Cow Parking Lot at the Delaware State Fair. Before troopers arrived, they were told that the two drivers involved in the crash were arguing, one displayed a gun, then fled in a black Honda Pilot. When troopers arrived, they learned that an unknown black male suspect, pointed a gun at the victim during the argument about the crash, then fled in a black Honda Pilot. Troopers searched the surrounding area and found the Honda. Troopers arrested the suspect, identified as Joseph Kellogg. The victim was not injured during the incident.

Kellogg was taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $55,201 secured bond.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
• Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Crash
• Failure to Provide Information at a Collision Scene
• Careless Driving

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Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal scooter crash that occurred in Lewes yesterday.

On July 29, 2024, at approximately 4:42 p.m., a Honda Accord was driving westbound on Clay Road approaching Marsh Road. At the same time, a Wolf Brand scooter was driving eastbound on Clay Road approaching Marsh Road. The preliminary investigation revealed that the Honda was making a left turn onto Marsh Road, into the scooter’s path of travel. As a result, the front of the scooter hit the rear passenger’s side of the Honda, and the driver of the scooter was ejected.

The driver of the scooter, a 77-year-old man from Lewes, Delaware was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

The driver of the Honda, a 19-year-old woman from Cheswold, Delaware, was not injured.

The roadway was closed for approximately 2 1/2 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Senior Corporal J. Smith at (302) 703-3267. 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].

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Bridgeville yesterday.

On July 28, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., troopers responded to a residence on the 21000 block of Mill Park Drive in Bridgeville for a report of shots fired. When troopers arrived, they learned that an unknown suspect fired several shots at a group of people on the property. The victims were not injured, and the incident remains under investigation.

Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Detectives continue to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective K. Perry by calling 302-752-3800. 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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The Delaware State Police have identified 36-year-old Jerome Crump of Felton, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal motorcycle crash that occurred on Saturday in Frederica.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal W. Booth by calling 302-698-8451. 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].

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Delaware State Police arrested 37-year-old Christopher Crouch of Wilmington, Delaware, for a theft that occurred earlier this month at a 7-11 in Wilmington.

On July 17, 2024, a trooper was dispatched to 7-11, located at 4865 Governor Printz Boulevard, Wilmington, for a report of a theft that occurred earlier that month. The investigation revealed that on July 7, 2024, a 7-11 employee, identified as Christopher Crouch, removed over $10,000 from the store’s safe. Crouch then placed approximately 33 counterfeit $100 bills in the safe before he left the store with the authentic money.

During the investigation, the trooper recovered the counterfeit $100 bills, and obtained a warrant for Crouch’s arrest. On July 24, 2024, Crouch turned himself in at Troop 1, where he was charged with the crime listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on a $500 unsecured bond.

• Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony)

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Incident Number:  50-24-27074

Date/Time: Sunday, July 28th, 2024 at 6:26 p.m.

Location: South Kirkwood Street and West Division Street, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid   Email: [email protected]

Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that resulted in a vehicle being damaged Sunday evening. The investigation began at 6:26 p.m., when Officers made contact with the victim’s, a 16-year-old male and a 17-year-old male, both of Dover. The investigation revealed that the victim’s were in a vehicle on South Kirkwood Street when they were approached by a black male, who shot the vehicle, then fled. No injuries were reported as a result of this shooting.

There are currently no leads to release at this time.

This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

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Incident Number:  50-24-27001

Date/Time: Saturday, July 27th, 2024 at 9:08 p.m.

Location: South State Street and West Water Street, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid   Email: [email protected]

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department has arrested Adam Fullman, 20, of Frederica, on drug and firearm charges following a traffic stop Saturday night. The investigation began at 9:08 p.m., when Dover Police Officers stopped Fullman in a vehicle as part of an on-going investigation. Fullman was taken into custody without incident and a search of the vehicle revealed the following items:
-65.7 grams of marijuana
-packaging material
-money
-loaded M&P .22 caliber short barrel rifle with an obliterated serial number
-loaded Bersa thunder .380 handgun

Fullman was transported to Dover Police Department where he was processed and arraigned.

He was committed to SCI on $76,400 secured bail on the following charges:
-Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (2x)
-Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance
-Possession of a Firearm with an Obliterated Serial Number
-Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (2x)
-Possession of a Marijuana
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Fullman is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Incident Number:  50-24-26974

Date/Time: Saturday, July 27th, 2024 at 3:16 p.m.

Location: Dover Park, 1200 White Oak Road, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid   Email: [email protected]

Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that resulted in two occupied homes being damaged Saturday afternoon. The investigation began at 3:16 p.m., when Dover Police received a call for shots fired in Dover Park, 1200 White Oak Road. Officers responded and located several spent shell casings in the area. The investigation revealed that two occupied homes in Manchester Square were damaged as a result of this shooting. No injuries were reported.

There are currently no leads to release at this time.

This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

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The Gold Alert issued on July 29, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 5 for Deborah Luther and River Timmons has been cancelled. They have been located and are safe.

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The Dover Police Department is cancelling the Gold Alert for Martin Brennan. He has been located and is safe.

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Incident/Complaint#:  50-24-27101

Date:  Monday, July 29th, 2024 at 12:31 a.m.

Location: Bayhealth Kent Campus, 640 South State Street, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:  Master Corporal Ryan Schmid, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for Martin Brennan, 81, of Hartly, DE. Brennan was last seen at Bayhealth Kent Campus on July 28th, 2024 at approximately 11:30 p.m., and has not been seen or heard from since. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for his safety and well-being. Brennan is described as a white male, 5’8″, 150 pounds, blue eyes and a beard. He was wearing a yellow hospital gown when he was last seen.

If you have any information on Brennan’s whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.

Online career-training company, Career Step, LLC has been ordered to pay $43.5 million in debt cancellation and cash to resolve charges brought by the Federal Trade Commission that alleged the company lured consumers, specifically servicemembers and their families, with deceptive ads that falsely touted inflated employment outcomes, job placement, and partnerships with prominent companies.

Career Step will pay $27.8 million in debt cancellation and $15.7 million in cash that will be used to provide redress to consumers who were harmed by its deceptive advertising.

“Servicemembers and their families make sacrifices every day to protect our freedoms,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. “We owe it to them to make sure that when they look to use their hard-earned benefits to further their education, they get facts and not fantasy.”

According to the FTC’s complaint, Georgia-based company Career Step (also doing business as CareerStep, CareerCert, and Carrus), promotes career training and certification programs for jobs in the healthcare industry, targeting servicemembers and their spouses. The complaint states that since at least 2019, Career Step has lured servicemembers with deceptive advertising on social media and on its website, where it markets its programs, using sales representatives and AI technology to persuade consumers to enroll. The company has also marketed its services through military-focused publications, such as Military.com, and through events sponsored by the military, including job fairs. Specifically, Career Step has made false claims about job placement and outcomes, externships, hiring partnerships, and the duration of its programs, with the help of deceptive incentivized reviews it uses to promote its services.

The FTC’s complaint says that Career Step representatives have falsely promised to find jobs for consumers. For example, Career Step representatives have claimed that the “career placement team” will step in and find consumers the “perfect job.” In reality, Career Step does not provide any job placement. Career Step’s job search assistance is limited to help with resume-drafting or emailing links to job postings generally available on the internet.

The complaint says the company has also represented that “most learners” and “more than 80% of its graduates,” or program-completers, are employed in their field of study. Career Step’s employment outcome claims are based entirely on an optional survey sent only to consumers who have completed their program. But most participants never complete their program at all and never even receive a survey. Of the consumers that do receive a survey, most never respond. For instance, out of the 9,330 enrollees and 2,126 program-completers from a 2020 survey, only 5% of enrollees or 24% of program-completers completed the survey, representing a small pool of consumers.

Career Step’s website has claimed falsely that it has partnerships with leading businesses in the healthcare industry to provide jobs for its graduates, according to the complaint. Career Step prominently featured the logos of well-known “Hiring Partners” like CVS and Walgreens on its homepage, and the company’s sales representatives have told consumers, “We have over 50,000 partnerships so we’ll help you find some place to work.” In reality, Career Step’s agreements, including with companies like CVS and Walgreens, have nothing to do with job placement after graduation.

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Career Step “Our Trusted Employer Network” homepage example

The FTC also charged that Career Step has falsely told students that it would place them in an externship as part of its program. But the complaint notes that less than 10 percent of students in externship-required programs were ever placed in an externship. Without an externship, those consumers have been unable to complete their programs, wasting all the time and money they had already invested with Career Step.

The company has also falsely promised that students would complete their program in four months or less even though the vast majority of Career Step students never complete their programs. Even of those who do complete them, most take much longer than four months because of roadblocks from the company. For example, consumers report frequent issues with the website and difficulty getting any response from Career Step representatives. And because the company frequently fails to place consumers in the externships required to complete their programs, many Career Step students have seen their programs expire before they could complete them or have been forced to pay for extensions on their programs, which can cost as much as $999.

Finally, Career Step conducted a deceptive incentivized review program to get consumers to post reviews on the BBB website, Google, and Trustpilot, the complaint notes. The company offered students a free extension—up to three months of “complimentary” extra time on their programs—for leaving a review on each of the three specified sites. Students were asked to screenshot their review or copy the link and send it back to Career Step as proof. In many cases, these reviews falsely appear to reflect the opinions and experiences of ordinary, uncompensated Career Step students.

The settlement, which must be approved by a federal judge before it can go into effect, requires Career Step to pay $15.7 million, which the FTC will use for consumer redress. The company must also cancel approximately $27.8 million in debts owed to Career Step by current or former students who enrolled between February 2020 and February 2023. The stipulated order also prohibits Career Step from deceptively advertising any educational product or service.

Specifically, Career Step cannot misrepresent:

• employment, hiring, or career prospects;
• the number or percentage of consumers who obtain employment;
• whether any individual was employed, hired, or obtained a job as a result of Career Step’s educational products or services;
• partnerships with any companies or employers;
• career services;
• its externship program;
• the typical or expected duration of a program;
• the total costs or terms of the educational program or service;
• the objectivity or impartiality of any content; or
• any fact material to consumers concerning any good or service.

Finally, Career Step must notify each third-party platform or website displaying a review written by a consumer to whom Career Step provided free services in exchange for the review about the FTC’s action against the company. The notice also must list all such reviews with enough information to allow the website or platform to easily identify them, and Career Step must inform the website or platform about the FTC order and request that the website or platform remove those reviews as soon as possible.

The Commission vote authorizing the staff to file the complaint and stipulated final order was 5-0. The complaint and stipulated final order will be filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. Commissioners Melissa Holyoak and Andrew N. Ferguson issued concurring statements.

The staff attorneys on this matter are Stephanie Liebner, Samuel Jacobson, Sally Tieu, and Michelle White, of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.

NOTE: The Commission files a complaint when it has “reason to believe” that the named defendants are violating or are about to violate the law and it appears to the Commission that a proceeding is in the public interest. Stipulated final orders have the force of law when approved and signed by the District Court judge.

Incident/Complaint#:  50-24-27101

Date:  Monday, July 29th, 2024 at 12:31 a.m.

Location: Bayhealth Kent Campus, 640 South State Street, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:  Master Corporal Ryan Schmid, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for Martin Brennan, 81, of Hartly, DE. Brennan was last seen at Bayhealth Kent Campus on July 28th, 2024 at approximately 11:30 p.m., and has not been seen or heard from since. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for his safety and well-being. Brennan is described as a white male, 5’8″, 150 pounds, blue eyes and a beard. He was wearing a yellow hospital gown when he was last seen.

If you have any information on Brennan’s whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.

Delaware State Police Troop 5 has issued a Gold Alert for 42-year-old Deborah Luther and her daughter, 3-year-old River Timmons of Delmar, Delaware. They were last seen at their residence on July 28, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m. going to Delmar Food Lion. Attempts to contact or locate them have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for their safety and well-being.

Deborah is described as a white female, approximately 5’4” tall, weighing approximately 150 pounds with brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing gray shorts, a black tank top, and flip-flops. Deborah is driving a gray 2009 Pontiac G6, Delaware registration 144535.

River is described as a white female, approximately 2’10”, light brown hair and green eyes. She was last seen wearing jean shorts with lace trim on the bottom, a pink tank top, and jelly shoes.

Anyone with information regarding Deborah or River’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 5 by calling (302) 337-1090 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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Delaware State Police have arrested 35-year-old Dennis Swain of Dover, Delaware, for a shooting incident that occurred yesterday in Dover.

On July 27, 2024, at approximately 7:23 a.m., troopers responded to North Bay Drive in Dover for a report of a shooting. The preliminary investigation revealed that two construction workers were driving on Kitts Hummock Road when they stopped to assist a man who they thought needed help. While the workers were talking with the man, later identified as Dennis Swain, they began to argue, and Swain threatened to get a gun. The workers left and drove to a construction site on North Bay Drive when they saw Swain approach yelling, with a gun, and then shot at them. The victims were not hurt.

Swain was arrested and taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $25,000 cash bond.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Reckless Endangering (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)

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Delaware State Police arrested 52-year-old Linwood Sample of Smyrna, Delaware, for a 7th offense felony DUI early this morning.

On July 28, 2024, at approximately 12:34 a.m., a trooper on patrol saw a gray Dodge Magnum with a fictitious Pennsylvania license plate weaving left and right while driving southbound on US Route 13 near Fieldsboro Road in Townsend. The trooper saw the car make additional traffic violations and pulled it over on Fieldsboro Road. The driver, identified as Linwood Sample, showed signs of impairment and the trooper administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. After the tests, Sample was arrested for driving under the influence. A computer check showed that Sample had six prior DUI-related convictions.

Sample was taken to Troop 9 where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $6,500 cash bond.

• 7th Offense DUI (Felony)
• Driving while Suspended or Revoked License
• Failure to Have Insurance
• Failure to Remain within a Single Lane
• Failure to Use Turn Signal
• Fictitious Registration
• Operation of an Unregistered Vehicle

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred yesterday in Frederica that left one man dead.

On July 27, 2024, at approximately 2:41 p.m., a Kawasaki ZR1 motorcycle was traveling southbound on Bay Road approaching Frederica Road at an apparent high rate of speed. The preliminary investigation revealed that the motorcycle entered exit 86 and failed to negotiate a curve as it attempted to enter Frederica Road southbound. The driver lost control and was ejected from the motorcycle.

The driver of the Kawasaki, a 36-year-old man from Felton, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

Frederica Road was closed for approximately 2 1/2 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal W. Booth by calling 302-698-8451. 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].

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a bank robbery and carjacking that occurred this morning at Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union in Bear.

On July 27, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., troopers responded to Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union, located at 1102 Quintilio Drive in Bear, for a robbery. The preliminary investigation revealed that a white male suspect, later identified as 53-year-old Timothy Halsey, entered the bank, presented a demand note and ransacked the property of bank employees. The employees complied, and Halsey fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. After the fleeing the bank, Halsey ran across the parking lot near Aha South Indian Cuisine, located at 1247 Quintilio Drive, where he accosted a victim and stole a 2020 gray Honda Odyssey minivan Delaware registration PC340937 and fled the area. Detectives are working to locate Halsey and the minivan.

Halsey is described as a white male, bald, goatee, with tattoos on his neck and legs.

 

 

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate this incident. If anyone has information on Halsey’s whereabouts or sees the stolen minivan, they are asked to call 9-1-1. Detectives are also asking anyone with information about 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].

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Delaware State Police arrested 42-year-old Brandon Wright and 38-year-old Jaclyn Ortega, both of Elkton, Maryland, for felony drug offenses following a traffic stop that occurred on Tuesday evening in Newark.

On July 23, 2024, at approximately 6:25 p.m., a trooper on patrol in the area of Pulaski Highway and the Delaware/Maryland state line observed a silver Dodge Avenger improperly change lanes as it turned right from Pulaski Highway to Perch Creek Road. The Avenger then entered a Wawa parking lot as the trooper conducted a computer inquiry of the Avenger’s Maryland registration and discovered the registration was expired. Less than a minute later, the Avenger exited the Wawa parking lot at a high rate of speed and briefly traveled on Pulaski Highway before it turned into a Walgreens parking lot. The trooper conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot, and the driver of the Avenger, later identified as Brandon Wright, immediately exited the car. Wright proceeded to disregard multiple verbal commands to get back into the car and was subsequently taken into custody without incident. While the trooper made contact with the Avenger’s passenger, he observed a clear knotted bag containing an off-white rock-like substance suspected to be crack cocaine on the driver floorboard. The passenger, later identified as Jaclyn Ortega, refused to provide her name to the trooper and was taken into custody without incident. A computer inquiry revealed Ortega had a capias for her arrest issued by Justice of the Peace Court 11.

During a search of the Avenger, troopers recovered the clear bag, which contained approximately 14.57 grams of crack cocaine, and a broken glass pipe with burn marks. Wright and Ortega were taken to Troop 2, where they were both charged with multiple crimes.

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Wright 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 $8,300 secured bond.

• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Conspiracy 2^nd Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Multiple Traffic Violations

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Ortega was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on her own recognizance.

• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Conspiracy 2^nd Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

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Delaware State Police arrested 37-year-old Steven Wright of Wilmington, Delaware, for aggravated menacing and related charges stemming from a road rage incident that occurred Sunday night in Hockessin.

On July 21, 2024, at approximately 7:17 p.m., troopers responded to the area of Limestone Road and Brackenville Road for a report of a collision. While responding, troopers were notified of an unrelated road rage incident between a white Chevrolet Uplander and a black Chrysler Voyager in which the driver of the Chevrolet displayed a black handgun multiple times. Both of the minivans stopped at the collision scene. Upon arriving, troopers made contact with the Chevrolet’s driver, identified as Steven Wright, and took him into custody without incident. A subsequent search of the minivan led to the discovery of a loaded black handgun in a bag between the driver and passenger seats.

During the investigation, troopers learned Wright had arrived at a party in Hockessin and displayed a black handgun. The driver of the Chrysler, a 23-year-old man, and his passengers were leaving the party as Wright arrived. Wright then followed the Chrysler as it drove away from the residence. The driver of the Chrysler did not know Wright or why he was following him. Wright drove recklessly as he continued to follow the Chrysler. He drove next to the minivan multiple times and displayed the black handgun. In one instance, Wright slammed on his brakes while in front, causing the Chrysler to hit the rear of his van. The Chrysler stopped upon seeing Fire Police officers at the collision scene on Limestone Road and informed them of the road rage incident. The Chevrolet also stopped. No injury was reported.

A computer inquiry revealed Wright is a convicted felon who is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition. Wright was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $32,600 cash bond.

• Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
• Possession of Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
• Reckless Endangering 2^nd Degree
• Multiple Traffic Violations

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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.

 

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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.

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred last night in Lincoln.

On July 25, 2024, at approximately 10:37 p.m., troopers responded to a home on the 10000 block of Cedar Creek Road in Lincoln for a report of shots fired. When troopers arrived, they learned that an unknown suspect fired several shots that hit an occupied house. There were three adults in the home at the time of the shooting. No one was injured, and the incident remains under investigation.

Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Detectives continue to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective R. Mitchell by calling 302-752-3794. 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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The Delaware State Police have arrested 40-year-old Darris McGlotten and his mother, 54-year-old Jamesneta McGlotten, both of Ellendale, for attempted murder and related charges after a stabbing that has left a child in critical condition.

On July 25, 2024, at approximately 10:51 a.m., troopers responded to Bayhealth – Sussex Campus, for a possible stabbing. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 12-year-old victim had been brought to the hospital, by a family member, after being stabbed at a home on the 18000 block of Sharon’s Road in Ellendale. During the investigation, detectives learned that the suspect, Darris McGlotten, stabbed the victim in the chest while the victim was sleeping. Detectives also learned that Jamesneta McGlotten was aware that the victim had been seriously injured yet failed to seek medical or police assistance.

Darris McGlotten was arrested and taken to Troop 4 where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $420,000 cash bond.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Attempted Murder 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)

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Jamesneta McGlotten was arrested and taken to Troop 4 where she was charged with the crime listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on her own recognizance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Felony)

 

Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking for anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective Z. Spudis by calling 302-752-3795. 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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The 2024 Fall Delaware State Police Citizens Police Academy will start on Thursday, September 5, 2024. The academy will consist of nine two-hour sessions on Thursday nights, with the final session on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Most classes will take place at Delaware State Police Troop 3, located at 3759 South State Street, Camden, Delaware.

Participants will learn about a wide range of intriguing police activities consistent with the experiences of the Delaware State Police today. The Academy includes, but is not limited to, classroom instruction on evidence processing, criminal and traffic investigations, tours of DSP facilities, familiarization with special units, and other topics. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to ride with patrol troopers.

Class size will be limited to 25 participants, and background checks will be conducted on all applicants.

Applications can be submitted online through the Citizens Police Academy website from now until August 16, 2024.

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On July 24, 2024, at about 1603 hours, a Newark police officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic offense on East Chestnut Hill Road. While speaking with the driver, the officer determined there was a handgun in the vehicle. The driver was taken into…

Due to an increase in shoplifting complaints at the Acme, 100 Grove Lane, Newark Police worked with Acme loss prevention personnel to conduct a two-day targeted shoplifting enforcement campaign on July 23 & 24.  The Newark Police Street Crimes Unit, along with officers from…

The Delaware State Police have arrested 14-year-old Angelo Rodriguez of Millsboro, Delaware, for murder following a homicide that occurred in Ellendale last month.

On June 9, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m., troopers responded to the 12000 block of North Old State Road, for a shooting. When troopers arrived, they learned that 17-year-old Ahniya Coverdale had been shot and taken to the Ellendale Fire Company. She was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where she died. A second victim, a 19-year-old man, later responded to an area hospital with a gunshot wound to the leg and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Through investigative means, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit identified Angelo Rodriguez as the suspect. On July 22, 2024, he was indicted by a Sussex County Grand Jury.

On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, detectives arrested Rodriguez, he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3, and committed to Stevenson House Detention Center on a $300,000 cash bond.

• Murder 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) – 3 counts
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 2 counts
• Assault 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Reckless Endangering 1^st Degree (Felony) – 8 counts
• Theft of a Firearm (Felony)

The Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective M. Csapo by calling (302) 741-2729. 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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The following images contain the newest Megan’s Law Sex Offender Notifications for the City of Dover.  If there are any questions or concerns, please contact the Dover Police Sex Offender Enforcement Unit.

The Gold Alert issued on July 10, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 5 for Mark Carmean has been canceled. He has been located.

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The Gold Alert issued on July 21, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 5 for Christopher Boyce has been canceled. He has been located.

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Delaware State Police have identified 19-year-old Ryan Simpson of Milton, Delaware, as the victim of the homicide that occurred in Milton on July 22, 2024.

The Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective A. Bluto by calling (302) 741-2859. 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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Delaware State Police Detectives have arrested 24-year-old Timmarus Perry of Milton, Delaware for felony assault and gun charges following a shooting near Milton.

On July 14, 2024, at approximately 7:49 p.m., troopers responded to Cool Spring Road near Fisher Road, for a Ford Explorer that crashed into a utility pole. When troopers arrived, they learned that the driver, a 27-year-old man from Laurel, Delaware, had been shot in the back. He was taken to an area hospital with critical injuries. The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was driving on West Springside Drive when the suspect fired several rounds at the Explorer, hitting the victim. After the shooting, the Explorer drove away and hit a utility pole a short distance away.

Through investigative means, detectives identified the suspect responsible for the shooting as 24-year-old Timmarus Perry of Milton, Delaware, and obtained a warrant for his arrest.

On July 24, 2024, detectives arrested Perry. He was taken to Troop 4, charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $105,000 secured bond.

• Assault 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)

Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone with information about this shooting are asked to contact Detective M. Venero by calling (302) 752-3812. 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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Delaware State Police arrested 52-year-old Thomas Hetzler, of Wilmington, Delaware, for organized retail theft charges stemming from multiple shopliftings that occurred at the Wegmans in Wilmington.

On July 23, 2024, at approximately 11:23 p.m., troopers responded to the Wegmans, located at 371 Buckley Mill Road in Wilmington, for a report of a habitual shoplifter that trespassed on the property and shoplifted. Wegmans employees and troopers were familiar with the suspect, identified as Thomas Hetzler, from previous shoplifting investigations. Upon arriving, troopers learned Hetzler placed several food items in a basket and walked out of the grocery store without paying. After a brief search of the area, troopers found Hetzler with the stolen items and took him into custody without incident.

A computer inquiry revealed Hetzler had an active No Contact Order with Wegmans issued by the New Castle County Court of Common Pleas. Additionally, Hetzler had warrants for his arrest for two prior shopliftings of a similar nature from Wegmans. One of the prior shopliftings occurred on July 12, 2024, and the other prior shoplifting occurred on May 16, 2024, however, was reported to troopers by Wegmans Loss Prevention in July 2024. Hetzler was taken to Troop 1, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $5,100 cash bond.

• Organized Retail Theft (Felony) – 3 counts
• Criminal Trespass 3^rd Degree – 2 counts
• Breach of Release – 2 counts

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The Gold Alert issued on July 24, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 9 for Jade Miller has been cancelled. She has been located.

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Delaware State Police Troop 9 has issued a Gold Alert for 29-year-old Jade Miller of Middletown, Delaware. She was last seen at her residence around 4:00 p.m. on July 24, 2024. Attempts to contact or locate her have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for her safety and well-being.

Jade is described as a white female, approximately 5’5” tall, weighing approximately 128 pounds with brown eyes and black hair. She was last seen wearing a pink T-shirt with cream colored jogger pants. Her direction of travel is unknown.

Anyone with information regarding Jade’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 9 by calling (302) 378-5749 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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Delaware State Police arrested Itaijiyah Clark of Wilmington, Delaware, for robbery and theft-related offenses stemming from multiple investigations, including a shoplifting turned robbery that occurred last month at a Sunglass Hut kiosk within the Macy’s at Concord Mall.

On June 17, 2024, at approximately 5:40 p.m., troopers responded to a shoplifting turned robbery at the Sunglass Hut kiosk located within the Macy’s at 580 Concord Mall in Wilmington. The investigation revealed that 5 unknown suspects approached the kiosk and grabbed several pairs of eyeglasses. As the suspects fled towards the exit of the store with the unpaid merchandise, they were confronted by an employee. During the confrontation, one of the female suspects dropped a bag containing some of the stolen eyeglasses and pepper sprayed the employee in the face. The suspects then fled in a silver sedan with several pairs of eyeglasses.

Through investigative means, troopers identified one of the suspects as Itaijiyah Clark, who was wanted for multiple felony theft-related charges stemming from three shopliftings that occurred between April 12, 2024, and May 4, 2024. Two of the prior shopliftings occurred at the Concord Mall Sunglass Hut kiosk within the Macy’s, and the third shoplifting occurred at DTLR, located at 611 Governors Place in Bear.

On July 22, 2024, Clark was taken into custody at the New Castle County Court of Common Pleas without incident. Clark was transported to Troop 1, where she was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on a $32,300 cash bond.

• Robbery 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Organized Retail Theft over $1,500 (Felony)
• Organized Retail Theft with 2 or more Previous Convictions (Felony) – 2 counts
• Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) – 3 counts
• Conspiracy 2^nd Degree (Felony) – 3 counts
• Shoplifting Under $1,500 – 2 counts
• Conspiracy 3^rd Degree

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate these incidents. Detectives are asking anyone with information about these cases to contact detectives by calling (302) 365-8566. 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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Incident/Complaint#:  50-24-26564

Date:  Thursday, July 11th, 2024

Location: Bayhealth Kent Campus, 640 South State Street, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:  Master Corporal Ryan Schmid, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for Karen Brown, 63, of Harbeson, DE. Brown was last seen leaving Bayhealth Kent Campus on July 11th, 2024 and has not been seen or heard from since. Attempts to contact or locate her have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for her safety and well-being. Brown is described as a black female, 5’6″, 150 pounds, brown hair, brown eyes. It is unknown what she was wearing at the time she was last seen.

If you have any information on Brown’s whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.

Delaware State Police arrested 24-year-old Brandon Robertaccio of Hockessin, Delaware, for a robbery that occurred yesterday morning at a Shell gas station in Hockessin.

On July 23, 2024, at approximately 11:49 a.m., troopers responded to the Shell gas station, located at 7441 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, for a report of a robbery. The preliminary investigation revealed that a white male suspect approached the checkout counter, where a cashier and two children were present. At the counter, the suspect, with his hand concealed under his shirt implying a weapon, demanded the cashier give him money from the cash register. The victim did not comply, and the suspect fled in a gray SUV without any proceeds.

Through investigative means, Troop 2 Robbery Detectives identified the suspect’s vehicle as a gray GMC Terrain with Delaware registration. Detectives subsequently located the SUV and the suspect, identified as Brandon Robertaccio, near the SUV’s registered address. The suspect was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 2, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $22,000 cash bond.

• Attempted Robbery 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child – 2 counts

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The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate the 2019 murder of Susan Ledyard, 50, of Wilmington, Delaware.

On July 23, 2019, at 7:39 a.m., Susan Ledyard’s body was recovered from the Brandywine River near Northeast Boulevard in Wilmington. She had visible injuries, and a post-mortem examination by the Division of Forensic Science determined the cause of death to be blunt force trauma and drowning. The manner of death was ruled a homicide. At the time of her death, Susan was 5’4″, weighed 130 pounds, had shoulder-length brown hair, and was wearing a purple tank top.

Later that morning, at 8:54 a.m., Susan’s black 2016 Honda Civic was found parked near the Rising Sun Lane Bridge over the Brandywine River, approximately three miles upstream from where her body was recovered. Based on the timeline and the river’s course, detectives do not believe Susan entered the river where her vehicle was parked.

Detectives established a partial timeline of Susan’s activities through video surveillance and cell phone records. She was active on her cell phone throughout the night, texting and calling friends until 2:45 a.m. At 3:02 a.m., her car was seen leaving her driveway and was parked on Walkers Mill Road approximately two minutes later. Detectives believe the car was driven directly from her house to where it was found, given the time elapsed.

Data from Susan’s Fitbit confirmed she was alive until approximately 7:00 a.m., but her whereabouts between 3:00 and 7:00 a.m. remain unknown. Detectives also have not determined why she left her residence.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit has received assistance from multiple law enforcement agencies and civilian experts throughout this investigation. Detectives continue to seek public assistance to gather more information about Susan’s murder and her activities in the hours leading up to her death.

The Morrissey family, Susan’s parents, and her siblings have been supportive of this investigation. In partnership with Delaware Crime Stoppers, they are offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact Detective Daniel Grassi by calling 302-365-8441 or emailing [email protected]. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

 

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Delaware State Police arrested a 17-year-old male of Middletown, Delaware, for several felony charges stemming from an armed robbery that occurred earlier this month in Smyrna. Detectives are seeking assistance in locating his coconspirator (pictured above), 19-year-old Terence Smith of Smyrna, Delaware, who remains at-large.

On July 6, 2024, at approximately 9:26 p.m., troopers responded to a report of an armed robbery that occurred at the intersection of Joseph Wick Drive and Willowwood Drive in Smyrna. The preliminary investigation revealed that the 17-year-old victim was walking home when he was approached by 2 unknown black male suspects. A physical altercation ensued between the suspects and the victim, during which one of the suspects struck the victim in the back of the head with a handgun. After the altercation ended, one of the suspects threatened to shoot the victim as he attempted to retrieve his personal property from the street.

Through investigative means, Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Detectives identified the 17-year-old male and Terence Smith as the suspects involved in the robbery. On July 22, 2024, the 17-year-old male turned himself in at Troop 3 on a felony warrant for his arrest. Smith has not been located at this time. Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in their on-going efforts to locate Smith, who has a warrant for his arrest for robbery-related charges.

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At Troop 3, the 17-year-old male was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Kent County Family Court, and released to a guardian on a $6,000 unsecured bond.

• Robbery 1st Degree (Felony)
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Assault 2nd Degree (Felony)
• Possess Deadly Weapon by Person Under 18 (Felony)
• Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
• Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case or the whereabouts of Terence Smith to contact Detective B. Yencer by calling (302) 698-8429 or by calling 9-1-1. 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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The Gold Alert issued on July 21, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 4 for Jeffrey Haeffner has been canceled. He has been located.

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Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate a shooting that occurred in Milton yesterday morning that left a man dead.

On July 22, 2024, at approximately 4:47 a.m., troopers responded to the 14000 block of Collins Street in Milton for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they found a 19-year-old man that had been shot in the upper torso and began life-saving efforts. The victim was taken by ambulance to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.

On July 23, 2024, the 19-year-old victim died as a result of injuries from the shooting. 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 A. Bluto by calling (302) 741-2859. 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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Incident Number: 50-23-26308

Date/Time: Monday, July 22nd, 2024 at 2:21 p.m.

Location: Sleep Inn, 1784 North DuPont Highway, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid   Email: [email protected]

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating an Officer-involved firearms discharge that occurred Monday afternoon during an arrest. The investigation began on Monday, July 22nd, 2024, at 2:21 p.m., when members of the Dover Police Department’s Special Operations Response Team were attempting to contact Millard Richardson, 22, of Smyrna, inside of a vehicle in the parking lot of the Sleep Inn Hotel. Officers were attempting to arrest Richardson as the result of a firearm and gang investigation and had information that he currently had a firearm, which he is prohibited from possessing.

When Officers contacted him, he attempted to drive away, causing his vehicle to hit a Dover Police vehicle. After causing the collision, Richardson continued to refuse to exit his vehicle. Officers broke the driver-side window to gain access to the car and due to the vehicle having dark window tint. During this time, a departmentally issued rifle discharged. Richardson and an Officer both sustained injuries to their hands during this incident. Richardson was taken into custody without further incident and transported to Bayhealth Kent Campus for treatment. The Officer involved was also transported to Bayhealth Kent Campus and was treated and released.

The exact cause of the injury to Richardson and the cause of the firearms discharge is currently under investigation by the Dover Police Criminal Investigations Unit and the Delaware Department of Justice – Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust.

There were two other individuals in the vehicle at the time of this incident; a 24-year-old male from Dover and a 21-year-old male of Smyrna. Both were uninjured.

Detectives obtained and executed a search warrant on the vehicle that Richardson was operating. Detectives located the following items as a result of the search:

-A loaded Black Polymer 80 .40 caliber handgun which was concealed between the driver’s seat and center console of  the vehicle
-Over $1,000
-219.6 grams of marijuana
-56.7 grams of THC Wax
-7 Grams of marijuana edibles and oils
-A digital scale and other drug paraphernalia
-15.5 doses of Xanax

Once Richardson is released from Bayhealth Kent Campus he will be charged with the following:
-Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
-Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (3x)
-Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance
-Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
-Criminal Mischief Over $1,000 but Less than $5,000
-Resisting Arrest
-Possession of a Controlled Substance
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

The Officer involved in the incident is a 2 ½ year veteran of the Dover Police Department and is a member of the Patrol Division. Consistent with standard policy, the Officer has been placed on administrative leave, with pay, pending the outcome of the investigation.  As previously stated, the Dover Police Department will continue to investigate this incident in coordination with the Delaware Department of Justice – Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust and will provide additional details as they become available.

Media should direct questions to M/Cpl Ryan Schmid via email at [email protected]

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Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Milton this morning.

On July 22, 2024, at approximately 4:47 a.m., troopers responded to the 14000 block of Collins Street in Milton for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they found a 19-year-old man that had been shot in upper torso and began life-saving efforts. The victim was taken by ambulance to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was living in a shed on the property when an unknown suspect fired several shots into the shed, hitting the victim.

The Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective A. Bluto by calling (302) 741-2859. 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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The Federal Trade Commission has stopped the operators of a scheme that it says tricked financially strapped consumers seeking student loan relief into paying hundreds of dollars in junk fees. The operators often targeted Spanish-speaking consumers in Puerto Rico, pretended to be affiliated with the Department of Education and its loan servicers, and made false promises of low, permanently fixed monthly payments and loan forgiveness.

A federal court temporarily halted the scheme and froze its assets at the request of the FTC, which seeks to end the unlawful practices and secure redress for the thousands of consumers who have been harmed.

“By pretending to be affiliated with the Department of Education and misrepresenting features of its free income-driven loan repayment programs, these scammers bilked millions from the consumers these programs were designed to help,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. “We are pleased that the court preliminarily shut down this predatory operation and froze its assets, and we will continue our efforts to crack down on junk fees, unwanted calls, and exploitation of consumers struggling with student loan debt.”

According to the FTC’s complaint, since at least April 2019, Florida-based Start Connecting LLC and Colombia-based Start Connecting SAS (collectively doing business as USA Student Debt Relief (USASDR) and their owners and operators Douglas Goodman, Doris Gallon-Goodman, and Juan Rojas have enticed consumers by falsely suggesting an affiliation with the government or its student loan servicers. USASDR also falsely promised to enroll consumers in programs that guarantee permanent low, fixed monthly payments—as low as $9 per month—followed by generous lump-sum loan forgiveness of the remaining balance. In exchange for enrollment, the operators have charged consumers illegal advance fees of several hundred dollars followed by monthly fees of as much as $29. Although USASDR claimed it would apply consumers’ monthly payments to their loan balances, in reality USASDR’s operators pocketed consumers’ hard-earned money and offshored much of the funds to Colombia.

The complaint also notes that USASDR falsely marketed its services with fake testimonials and reviews on its website and social media pages, as well as on third-party consumer review platforms like those hosted by the Better Business Bureau and Trustpilot. For example, USASDR posted testimonials to its Instagram and Facebook pages that falsely appeared to recount real consumers’ positive experiences with the company. One such testimonial posted on August 19, 2022 purported to recount the experience of “Ana Rojas” and falsely claimed that USASDR had reduced her loan payments from $1,300 per month for 28 years to only $417 per month for eight 8 years.

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In reality, according to the complaint, this review and others like it are fabricated. Fake testimonials like the one from Ana Rojas feature stock photos available for download online and describe permanently-fixed-monthly-payment scenarios that cannot be obtained under any income-driven repayment plan.

In addition, the complaint alleges that USASDR telemarketers based in Colombia placed unwanted telemarketing calls to consumers throughout the United States, including consumers on the Do Not Call Registry, and disproportionately targeted consumers in Puerto Rico. Of the more than 750,000 outbound calls that USASDR telemarketers made to consumers between April 2019 and February 2024, approximately 220,000—nearly 30 percent—went to consumers with a Puerto Rico area code, many of whom only spoke Spanish. The complaint further notes that USASDR unfairly provides Spanish-speaking consumers with fine-print contracts written in English, even though the sales pitch and email communications to those consumers are generally in Spanish and targeted consumers who do not speak or read English fluently, if at all.

The FTC thanks the U.S. Department of Education, the Better Business Bureau of West Florida, the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, and the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office for their assistance with this matter. 

The Commission vote authorizing the staff to file the complaint was 5-0. The complaint was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. The court entered a temporary restraining order on July 11, 2024.

NOTE: The Commission files a complaint when it has “reason to believe” that the named defendants are violating or are about to violate the law and it appears to the Commission that a proceeding is in the public interest. Stipulated final orders have the force of law when approved and signed by the District Court judge.

The lead staff attorney on this matter was Nathan Nash, D’Laney Gielow, and Karen Dodge of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.

Delaware State Police Troop 5 has issued a Gold Alert for 37-year-old Christopher Boyce of Laurel, Delaware. He was last seen at his residence around 10:18 p.m. on July 18, 2024. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for his safety and well-being.

He is described as a white male, approximately 5’9” tall, weighing about 175 pounds, with bluish-gray eyes, brown hair, and a full beard. He was last seen wearing a brown shirt and grey shorts. It is unclear whether he is on foot or in a vehicle.

Anyone with information regarding Christopher’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 5 by calling (302) 337-1090 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333

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Delaware State Police Troop 4 has issued a Gold Alert for 56-year-old Jeffrey Haeffner of Millsboro, Delaware. He was last seen around 3 a.m. leaving TidalHealth Nanticoke on July 20th. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for his safety and well-being.

He is described as a white male, approximately 5’10” tall, weighing about 230 pounds, with blue eyes and grey hair. His clothing description is unknown, and it is unclear whether he is on foot or in a vehicle.

Anyone with information regarding Jeffrey’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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The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred late Saturday night on New Castle Avenue in New Castle, Delaware.

On July 20, 2024, at approximately 10:53 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a shooting in the 3100 block of New Castle Avenue. Preliminary investigations revealed that an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old male, both from Wilmington, Delaware, were riding their bicycles northbound on New Castle Avenue. As they approached the Spice N’ Nice Restaurant, they crossed from the east side of the roadway to the west side.

During this crossing, the 18-year-old man felt a sudden impact and realized he had been shot. As the shooting continued, he managed to cross back to the east side of the road and then started running after abandoning his bicycle. Meanwhile, the 17-year-old male continued riding northbound on New Castle Avenue. The unidentified suspect(s) fled the scene.

The 18-year-old victim was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. No other injuries were reported.

Currently, there is no description of the suspect(s), and no video surveillance or images are available.

Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues its investigation and believes the incident occurred between 10:30 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Troopers are seeking assistance from the public and urge anyone with exterior home surveillance in the area or who may have witnessed the incident to contact Detective J. Gliem at (302) 365-8428. 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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Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted robbery that resulted in a vehicle crash on Friday night.

On July 19, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., troopers were dispatched to Railroad Avenue in Townsend for a reported robbery. The preliminary investigation revealed that two young victims, a 19-year-old man from Middletown, Delaware, and an 18-year-old woman from Newark, Delaware, had arranged to sell vape pens to an unknown individual they had met through social media.

When they arrived at a residence on the 500 block of Railroad Avenue, the victims were approached by two suspects on foot. The suspects entered the vehicle, brandished handguns, and demanded the vape pens and money.

In response, the 19-year-old driver began honking the vehicle’s horn, causing one suspect to flee. The second suspect remained inside as the driver attempted to escape by driving away. The vehicle veered off Railroad Avenue and collided with a utility pole before crashing into a nearby residence. After the crash, all individuals exited the vehicle. The 19-year-old driver pursued the suspects, at which point one of the suspects fired a shot at him. The suspects then fled the scene.

The 18-year-old woman was taken to a nearby hospital for minor injuries sustained during the crash. No other injuries were reported, including from the occupied residence that was struck. Currently, there is no description of the suspects, and no video surveillance or images are available at this time.

Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues its investigation and urges anyone who may have witnessed or has relevant information regarding this incident to contact Detective D. Patterson at (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].

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The Gold Alert issued on July 20, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 7 for Laura Wheeler has been canceled. She has been located.

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Delaware State Police Troop 7 has issued a Gold Alert for 60-year-old Laura Wheeler of Lewes, Delaware. She was last seen leaving her residence around 1:00 p.m. on July 18, 2024. Attempts to contact or locate her have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for her safety and well-being.

She is described as a white female, approximately 5’7” tall, weighing about 200 pounds, with brown eyes and auburn-colored hair. She was last seen wearing a tie-dye tank top, dark green shorts, and white sandals. She may be driving a white 2018 Buick Enclave with Florida registration VG2UI.

Anyone with information regarding Laura’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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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.

 

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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.

 

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Delaware State Police arrested 41-year-old Ziare Miller of Middletown, Delaware, for felony gun and drug related charges following the conclusion of a several-month long drug investigation in New Castle County yesterday morning.

In the early morning hours of July 17, 2024, members of the New Castle County Governor’s Task Force, Troop 2 Drug Unit, and Delaware State Police Special Operations Response Team executed search warrants at a residence on Goodwick Drive in Middletown, and a business property associated with Ziare Miller on South Dupont Highway in New Castle. The search warrants were obtained following a several-month long drug investigation of Ziare Miller, who was suspected of the large-scale distribution of narcotics. Miller was taken into custody at his residence on Goodwick Drive without incident.

A search of the two properties led to the discovery of the following items:

• 2 loaded handguns
• Multiple rounds of ammunition
• Approximately 348 grams of a fentanyl, heroin, and xylazine mixture
• Approximately $7,600 in suspected drug dealing proceeds
• Various paraphernalia to include digital scales, hot plates, and distribution/packaging materials

Following the execution of the search warrants, detectives were successful in determining that Miller was operating a heroin processing mill and cocaine distribution center from the location on South Dupont Highway due to the evidence discovered inside the business. The recovered evidence indicated that the approximately 348 grams of heroin mixture seized prevented approximately 50,000 bags of heroin from being manufactured and distributed throughout the State of Delaware. 

A computer inquiry revealed Miller is a convicted felon and is prohibited from possessing firearms and/or ammunition. Miller was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $203,000 cash bond.

• Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possess a Firearm if Previously Convicted of Two Violent Felonies (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possess a Deadly Weapon by Person Prohibited who also Possesses Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Unlawful to Knowingly Operate Clandestine Laboratory (Felony)
• Possess Firearm or Ammunition by Person Prohibited (Felony)
• Maintaining a Drug Property (Felony)

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The Delaware State Police continues to investigate a Bridgeville area crash that occurred early Wednesday morning after 22-year-old Djifenson Dorilus of Salisbury, Maryland, died from injuries sustained in the crash.

On July 17, 2024, at approximately 12:59 a.m., a 2017 Dodge Durango was traveling in a northbound lane of Sussex Highway, approaching the area of Newtown Road. Simultaneously, a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe was traveling southbound in a northbound lane of Sussex Highway, in the Dodge’s path of travel. Both vehicles were traveling in the left northbound lane of Sussex Highway as they approached each other from opposite directions. In an attempt to avoid a collision with the Hyundai, the Dodge moved into the right northbound lane of Sussex Highway. At the same time, the Hyundai also moved into the right northbound lane of Sussex Highway. As a result, the front of the Hyundai struck the front of the Dodge. After the initial impact, the Hyundai overturned onto its roof and rotated clockwise before it came to rest between the shoulder and the right northbound lane. The Dodge rotated clockwise and came to rest on the centerline of the roadway.

The driver of the Hyundai, identified as Djifenson Dorilus, was transported to an area hospital for life-threatening injuries. On July 18, 2024, Djifenson died from injuries sustained in the crash. His family and relatives were notified.

The driver of the Dodge, a 46-year-old man from Millsboro, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital for a serious injury.

The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal K. Argo at (302) 703-3264. 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].

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Delaware State Police arrested 31-year-old William Rodenbaugh of Lewes, Delaware, for multiple felony thefts from vehicles that occurred over the last week in the Lewes area.

Between July 8, 2024, and July 17, 2024, troopers investigated multiple thefts and trespassing of a similar nature in Angola and Lewes area. In each of the incidents, a white male suspect trespassed onto residential properties, where he went through unsecured vehicles and stole money and property. Detectives identified the suspect responsible for the thefts as William Rodenbaugh and obtained warrants for his arrest. Detectives were familiar with Rodenbaugh as part of an ongoing investigation of thefts and attempted thefts from vehicles in the Lewes area.

On July 17, 2024, at approximately 4:40 a.m., a trooper on patrol in the Henlopen Landing neighborhood in Lewes, saw a man wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and carrying a backpack walking through the neighborhood. The trooper recognized the man as Rodenbaugh from previous investigations and attempted to contact him. Before the trooper could contact him, Rodenbaugh ran away, but was arrested a short time later following a foot chase.

Rodenbaugh was taken to Troop 7 where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $1,500 secured bond.

• Theft Under $1,500 Victim is Over 62 (Felony) – 5 counts
• Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)
• Theft Under $1,500 – 9 counts
• Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree – 12 counts
• Criminal Trespass 3rd Degree
• Resisting Arrest

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The Delaware State Police arrested 47-year-old John Fester of West Chester, Pennsylvania, for vehicular assault and DUI charges following a crash investigation that occurred Tuesday night in Greenville.

On July 16, 2024, at approximately 11:35 p.m., troopers responded to the intersection of Montchanin Road and Buck Road, Greenville, for a report of a two-vehicle crash. Upon arriving, troopers observed two pickup trucks disabled in the roadway with front end damage. In the ensuing investigation, troopers learned a black Toyota Tundra, operated by John Fester, was traveling in the southbound lane of Montchanin Road, approaching the intersection with Buck Road. At the same time, a red Chevrolet F-150 was traveling in the northbound lane of Montchanin Road, approaching the same intersection. The Toyota failed to maintain its lane and entered the northbound lane in the Chevrolet’s path of travel. As a result, the front of the Toyota struck the front of the Chevrolet in the northbound lane of Montchanin Road.

The 22-year-old driver of the Chevrolet was taken to an area hospital for serious injuries sustained in the crash.

During the investigation, troopers observed multiple beer cans scattered within the proximity of the Toyota. Upon making contact with Fester, troopers observed multiple signs of impairment and smelled an odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from Fester’s breath. Fester was subsequently taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 1, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and released after posting a $5,000 cash bond.

• Vehicular Assault 1st Degree (Felony)
• Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence
• Multiple Traffic Violations

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Delaware State Police arrested 37-year-old Glenn Haught of Bishopville, Maryland for felony shoplifting.

On July 17, 2024, at approximately 2:11 p.m., troopers responded to Harris Teeter, located at 31221 Americana Parkway in Selbyville for a shoplifting. When troopers arrived, they were told that an unknown suspect had stolen over $5,000 of consumable merchandise from the store since June. Through investigative means, troopers identified Glenn Haught as the suspect. Later in the day, troopers responded back to Harris Teeter when Haught returned and was being detained by asset protection.

Haught was arrested and taken to Troop 4, charged with the crime listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on a $2,000 unsecured bond.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Shoplifting Over $1,500 (Felony)

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East Delaware Avenue at the intersection with South College Avenue is now open. The incident involving fire department activity on the University of Delaware campus has been resolved. We will have no further updates on this incident. Original Post 

East Delaware Avenue at South College Avenue is currently closed due to fire department activity on the University of Delaware campus. Please find alternate routes and expect heavier than normal traffic in the area. We will update once the roadway is re-opened.

The Gold Alert issued on July 17, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 7 for Michael Williams has been canceled. Michael has been located.

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Delaware State Police Troop 7 has issued a Gold Alert for 16-year-old Michael Williams of Lincoln, Delaware. He was last seen on July 16, 2024, near Benson Road in Lincoln. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for his safety and well-being.

He is described as a black male, approximately 6’00” tall, weighing about 140 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. His clothing description is unknown, and he is possibly riding a dark blue Schwinn bicycle with big tires.

Anyone with information regarding Michael’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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Delaware State Police arrested 34-year-old Jesus Torres of Dover, Delaware, on multiple drug and resisting arrest charges after a pursuit near Seaford yesterday.

On July 16, 2024, at approximately 3:47 p.m., a member of the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force saw an Acura MDX fail to use its turn signal as it was turning onto German Road from Concord Pond Road. The Acura initially did not stop when the detective tried to pull it over. The Acura ultimately came to a stop at a dead end on Jewell Street, at which point the detective attempted to arrest the driver, later identified as Jesus Torres. Torres failed to comply with verbal commands and struck the detective several times as he physically resisted arrest. Torres was able to escape and fled on foot but was apprehended a short time later. After Torres was taken into custody, detectives searched the Acura and found approximately 21.95 grams of powder cocaine, and $932 in suspected drug dealing proceeds.

Torres was taken to Troop 5, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $23,501 cash bond.

• Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
• Resisting Arrest with Force or Violence (Felony)
• Disregarding a Police Officer’s Signal (Felony)
• Offensive Touching of a Law Enforcement Officer
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Failure to Signal

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Delaware State Police have arrested a 15-year-old male from Newark, Delaware, and a 15-year-old male from Wilmington, Delaware, for a burglary that occurred early Monday morning at a business in Wilmington.

On July 15, 2024, at approximately 3:58 a.m., troopers responded to Z Smoke Land, located at 5337 Limestone Road, Wilmington, for a report of a burglary. Upon arriving, troopers located one of the suspects behind the shopping center and gave him multiple verbal commands to stop. The suspect, later identified as a 15-year-old from Newark, did not comply and began running away; however, he was quickly apprehended following a K9 deployment. While apprehending the Newark teen, troopers saw a second suspect fleeing in a northerly direction. Troopers subsequently searched the area for the suspect, but were unable to locate him. In the ensuing investigation, detectives learned the two white male suspects drilled a hole into the smoke shop’s front door, then entered the business and removed various merchandise.

The 15-year-old suspect from Newark was taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries sustained from the K9 apprehension. After the teen was discharged from the hospital, he was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with multiple crimes. Through investigative means, Troop 2 Property Crimes Detectives identified the second suspect as a 15-year-old male from Wilmington and obtained a warrant for his arrest.

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The 15-year-old male from Newark was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by New Castle County Family Court, and released to a guardian on his own recognizance.

• Burglary 3^rd Degree (Felony)
• Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of Burglar Tools (Felony)
• Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony)
• Conspiracy 2^nd Degree (Felony)
• Criminal Mischief
• Resisting Arrest

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On July 16, 2024, the 15-year-old suspect from Wilmington turned himself in at Troop 2, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by New Castle County Family Court, and released to a guardian on his own recognizance.

• Burglary 3^rd Degree (Felony)
• Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of Burglar Tools (Felony)
• Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony)
• Conspiracy 2^nd Degree (Felony)
• Criminal Mischief
• Resisting Arrest

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The Dover Police Department is currently accepting applications for the 2024 Citizen’s Police Academy.  The Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) is a program that meets once a week on Wednesday evenings from 6:00p.m-9:00pm.  The academy will begin on September 11th and ends on November 13th, 2024.  This program is designed to provide members of the Dover community with additional knowledge about their police department. It allows citizens of Dover to become more educated on Dover Police Department procedure and the pressures associated within law enforcement. We seek and invite a diverse group of people who either live in or work in the City of Dover to apply.  You do not have to be a Dover citizen to attend.  There is no cost to attend the Citizen Police Academy.

The application deadline for 2024 is September 1st, 2024 by 3:00 p.m.!

There are LIMITED spots available for the 2024 class.

The purpose of the Citizen Police Academy is to accomplish three goals:

1. To educate community members in Dover Police Department procedures and the pressures associated within law enforcement
2. To allow the citizens of Dover to meet the men and women who serve them
3. To provide Dover Police Department officers the opportunity to meet and hear from the citizens they serve.

Citizen Police Academy members are given a realistic view of the Department.
Topics presented include:

Community Policing “Meet the Chief” Laws of Arrest Search and Seizure Communications Internal Affairs Criminal Investigations Crisis Negotiation Team

Crime Scene Processing and Forensics Patrol Operations Canine Unit Drugs/Vice Special Operations Response Team Use of Force Training Traffic Stops Public Affairs

The academy meets once a week at the Dover Police Department on Wednesday evenings from 6pm-9pm.

Presentations consist of lectures, demonstrations, videos, computer presentations, and “hands on” participation. Each participant is given the opportunity to ride with an officer for one shift.

Apply for the Citizen’s Police Academy

To apply, complete the form below or click  Download Citizen’s Police Academy Application (pdf)  to complete a traditional application and return it to the department.

Media representatives are welcome and encouraged to apply.

For further information contact:
Sgt. Joseph Bauer or M/Cpl. Matthew Krogh
Planning and Training Unit
(302)-736-7116
[email protected]

www.doverpolice.org/citizensacademy

The Delaware State Police are investigating a bank robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon at the WSFS Bank in Wilmington.

On July 16, 2024, at approximately 2:51 p.m., troopers responded to the WSFS Bank, located at 4601 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, for a report of a robbery. The preliminary investigation revealed an unknown white male suspect entered the bank and presented a demand note to the bank teller. The victim complied and the suspect fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. Troopers attempted to locate the suspect in the surrounding area but were unable to find him.

The suspect is described as an unknown white male wearing a black mask. Surveillance images and video are not yet available.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information about 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].

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During the afternoon of July 16, 2024, members of the Newark Police Department’s Patrol Division located the striking vehicle involved in this case. The Traffic Response Unit responded to the scene to further the investigation. This is still an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information…

We would like to make residents and travelers aware of an upcoming road closure that is related to the ongoing I-95 improvement project. Beginning at 9:00 PM on Friday July 19, 2024, until 6:00 AM on July 22, 2024, westbound Old Baltimore Pike between…

On July 16, 2024, the Newark Police Department was notified about a seriously injured 67-year-old male that had been located by New Castle County Police. The initial investigation led investigators to believe that the individual had possibly been struck by a motor vehicle. Members…

Delaware State Police arrested 65-year-old Lary Watson of Wilmington, Delaware, for drug charges following a search warrant at a motel in Wilmington on Thursday.

On July 11, 2024, at approximately 8:15 p.m., members of the New Castle County Governor’s Task Force executed a search warrant at the Fairview Inn, located at 1051 S. Market Street, Wilmington. The search warrant was obtained following a drug investigation of Larry Watson, who was suspected of the large-scale distribution of narcotics from a room in the motel. Watson taken into custody without incident during the execution of the search warrant.

A search of Watson’s room led to the discovery of the following items:

• Approximately 224 bags containing approximately 1.5 grams of heroin
• Approximately 10 grams of cocaine
• Approximately 61.7 grams of crack cocaine
• Various paraphernalia to include digital scales and distribution/packaging materials

Watson was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $77,200 cash bond.

• Possess With Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possess With Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possess With Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

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Incident Number:  50-24-24751/24575/24779

Date/Time: Wednesday, July 10th, 2024

Location: Downtown Dover Area

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid   Email: [email protected]

Narrative:
In recent months, the Dover Police Department has received several complaints regarding quality-of-life concerns in the downtown area, including prostitution. The Dover Police Department has been actively exploring strategies that will help address all of the concerns, including measure to deter patronage. Patronizing or soliciting the services of a prostitute is a crime punishable by law, and both the police and the Delaware Department of Justice are cracking down on offenders in Dover and throughout the State.

On July 10th, 2024, the Dover Police Department, in collaboration with the Delaware Department of Justice, conducted an operation specifically targeting prostitution in the downtown area. As a result of the operation, the following individuals were arrested and charged:

Jerel Custis,38, of Dover, DE
-Patronizing a Prostitute within 1000 feet of a church
-Conspiracy in the 3rd Degree

Kyree Custis, 33, of Dover, DE
-Patronizing a Prostitute within 1000 feet of a church
-Conspiracy in the 3rd Degree
-Possession of Cocaine (0.4 grams)
-Possession of Drug paraphernalia

Charles Mosley, 55, of Dover, DE
-Patronizing a Prostitute within 1000 feet of a church

Gabriel Zamora-Chapul, 29, of Dover, DE
-Patronizing a Prostitute within 1000 feet of a church

“To those who solicit prostitution, you have been put on notice,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “I am grateful to our team and the Dover Police Department for this great work. We will continue to do everything in our power to protect the quality-of-life of citizens and businesses in Dover and across Delaware”

Chief Johnson echoed his appreciation to the team that conducted the operation and also offered: “This operation is a small but significant step towards enhancing the safety of our downtown area. We appreciate the ongoing support of our residents, business owners, and local legislators. We will continue to explore strategies that effectively address all quality-of-life concerns that challenge the health of the community.” 

All individuals charged were released on their own recognizance pending a future court date. They are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Lewes last night.

On July 15, 2024, at approximately 11:26 p.m., a BMW 328 was driving eastbound near the 16000 block of Gills Neck Road at an apparent high rate of speed. For reasons under investigation, the BMW left the road as it approached a sharp curve on Gills Neck Road. The BMW then continued onto a residential property, where it struck a wall/pillar, a tree, and a metal fence. After striking the tree, the BMW became engulfed in fire. The fire spread to the house causing extensive damage. The occupants of the house exited and were not injured.

The driver and passenger were pronounced dead at the scene. Their names are being withheld until their family is notified.

The roadway was closed for approximately three hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash or might have more information to contact Sergeant A. Mitchell by calling (302) 703-3269. 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].

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For the second time in as many years, the Federal Trade Commission today sent cease-and-desist letters – jointly with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – to several companies currently marketing edibles containing Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in packaging deceptively similar to many foods children eat such as Froot Loops and Chips Ahoy! chocolate chip cookies.

“Companies that market and sell edible THC products that are easily mistaken for snacks and candy are not only acting illegally, but they are also putting the health of young children at risk,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. “Those that prioritize profits in front of children’s safety are at serious risk of legal action.”

“Inadequate or confusing labeling can result in children or unsuspecting adults consuming products with strong resemblance to popular snacks and candies that contain delta-8 THC without realizing it,” said FDA Principal Deputy Commissioner Namandjé Bumpus, Ph.D. “As accidental ingestion and/or overconsumption of Delta-8 THC containing products could pose considerable health risks, the companies who sell these illegal products are demonstrating complete neglect for consumer safety. The FDA will continue to work to safeguard the health and safety of U.S. consumers by monitoring the marketplace and taking action when companies sell products that present a threat to public health.”

The agencies sent letters to the following companies: 1) Hippy Mood (Levittown, Pennsylvania); 2) Life Leaf Medical CBD Center (Murrells Inlet, South Carolina); 3) Shamrockshrooms.com (online only); 4) Mary Janes Bakery Co. LLC and Miami Rave LLC (Miami, Florida); and 5) Earthly Hemps (Cape Coral, Florida).

According to the letters, children can suffer serious health consequences from eating products containing cannabis, and they are at special risk of consuming edible THC products that appear similar to traditional foods because children are less likely to focus on or be able to understand text on the product labels.

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After reviewing online marketing for Delta-8 THC products sold by the companies, the FTC has determined that their advertising may violate the FTC Act’s prohibition against unfair or deceptive acts in the marketplace, including practices that present unwarranted health or safety risks. The letters stress that preventing practices that present such risks, particularly to young children, is one of the Commission’s highest priorities, and that imitating non-THC-containing food products that children consume is also misleading.

The companies’ Delta-8 THC products mimic a range of food that appeal to children. Hippy Mood sells various Delta-8 THC cereal products with names like Berry Boss, Chocolate Balls, Cookie Cat Crunch, and Frutti Rocks that have colorful packages and other graphical elements causing them to resemble packaging for children’s cereal. For example, the Rainbow Rings Delta-8 Cereal package features a cartoon toucan on a red background and depicts ring-shaped cereal in multiple colors – all suggestive of the packaging for Kellogg’s Froot Loops cereal.

Life Leaf Medical CBD Center sells a Delta-8 THC product that strongly resembles Nerds Rope candy, with both products comprising multi-colored crunchy candies attached to a gummy rope. The company’s packaging features a brightly colored background, the blue and white Nerds logo, and what appears to be the Nerds mascot — a cartoon anthropomorphic Nerds candy with two eyes, a prominent round nose, and two legs.

Mary Janes Bakery Co. LLC and Miami Rave LLC sell Trips Ahoy chocolate chip cookies, which are in packaging that closely resembles that for Nabisco Chips Ahoy cookies, including the use of a blue background, the depiction of a chocolate chip cookie with a bite taken out on the left side displayed underneath the word “ORIGINAL” in all caps in a white font that mimics handwriting, and the use of a similar color scheme and font for the “Trips Ahoy!” logo as that used for Chips Ahoy! logo. The packaging for other products sold on the companies’ sites, including Stoney Patch Sour Watermelon Slices, Stoney Ranchers Hard Candy, Dank Ropes, and Flaming Hot Weedos, contain color schemes and graphical elements resembling Sour Patch Kids Watermelon Candy, Jolly Rancher hard candy, Nerds Rope, and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.

In the letters, the FTC demands the companies immediately stop marketing edible Delta-8 THC products that imitate conventional foods using advertising or packaging that is likely to appeal to young children. The FTC also strongly urges the sellers to review all of their marketing and product packaging for similar edible THC products and to take swift action and steps to protect consumers, especially young children, from these products. Finally, the FTC has asked each company to contact agency staff within 15 days to detail the specific actions it has taken to address the Commission’s concerns.

In July 2023, the agencies sent joint warning letters to six companies that were marketing edible products containing Delta-8 THC in packaging almost identical to many snacks and candy children eat, including Doritos, Cheetos, and Nerds. The letters sent today follow up on that effort and put additional companies on notice that selling such products may violate the FTC Act and lead to enforcement action.

The primary staff attorney on this matter is Christine DeLorme in the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.         

The Gold Alert issued on July 12, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 5 for Jessica Frey has been canceled. She has been located.

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The Gold Alert issued on July 15, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 4 for Terontae Fisher has been canceled. He has been located.

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Delaware State Police Troop 4 has issued a Gold Alert for 29-year-old Terontae Fisher of Frankford, Delaware. He was last seen near the 35000 block of Zion Church Road around 4:53 p.m. on July 15, 2024. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for his safety and well-being.

He is described as a black male, approximately 5’10” tall, weighing about 180 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie and unknown color gym shorts. It is unclear whether he is traveling on foot or by car.

Anyone with information regarding Terontae’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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The Gold Alert issued on July 8, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 6 for Christina Dmeza has been canceled. She has been located.

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The Delaware State Police have identified 48-year-old King Dona of Salisbury, Maryland, as the man who died in a fatal crash that occurred on Friday night in Delmar.

Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal K. Argo at (302) 703-3264. 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].

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Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred near Milton last night.

On July 14, 2024, at approximately 7:49 p.m., troopers responded to Cool Spring Road near Fisher Road, for a Ford Explorer that crashed into a utility pole. When troopers arrived, they learned that the driver, a 27-year-old man from Laurel, Delaware, had been shot in the back. He was taken to an area hospital with critical injuries. The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was driving on West Springside Drive when the suspect fired several rounds at the Explorer, hitting the victim. After the shooting, the Explorer drove away and hit a utility pole a short distance away.

Through investigative means, detectives identified the suspect responsible for the shooting as 24-year-old Timmarus Perry of Milton, Delaware. Detectives have obtained a warrant for Perry’s arrest for the shooting.

Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information about Perry’s whereabouts to call 9-1-1. Anyone with information about this shooting are asked to contact Detective M. Venero by calling (302) 752-3812. 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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The Delaware State Police are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred last night in Delmar that left one man dead.

On July 12, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., a 1996 Subaru Outback was traveling southbound on Providence Church Road, approaching the intersection of Delmar Road. At the same time, a 2017 Nissan Rogue was traveling westbound on Delmar Road, approaching the intersection of Providence Church Road. The Subaru did not stop at the stop sign and entered the westbound lane of Delmar Road. As a result, the left front of the Nissan struck the left front of the Subaru in the westbound lane of Delmar Road.

The 48-year-old driver of the Subaru, a man from Salisbury, Maryland, was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified.

The 40-year-old driver of the Nissan, a woman from Laurel, Delaware and three children passengers, sustained minor non-life-threatening injuries.

The roadway was temporarily closed for approximately 3 hours while investigators examined the scene and the roadway to be cleared.

Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal K. Argo at (302) 703-3264. 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].

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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.

 

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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.

 

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Delaware State Police arrested 21-year-old Adrien Owens of New Castle, Delaware, for several felony charges following a New Castle area Royal Farms robbery investigation that began in June.

On June 25, 2024, at approximately 11:28 a.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Royal Farms, located at 2160 New Castle Avenue in New Castle. The preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown black male suspect selected food products from the store and walked out of the business without paying for the items. Before fleeing, the suspect approached a Royal Farms employee in the parking lot and repeatedly punched him until the employee fell to the ground, which caused a minor injury.  The suspect then entered a black Chrysler sedan and fled in an unknown direction with the shoplifted items.

Through investigative means, Troop 2 Robbery Detectives identified the suspect involved in the robbery as Adrien Owens and obtained a warrant for his arrest. On July 10, 2024, detectives located Owens and the black Chrysler sedan in the New Castle area. A brief struggle ensued as detectives made contact with Owens and attempted to take him into custody. As Owens continued resisting arrest, he made several attempts to reach for a black bag slung across his body. After Owens was taken into custody, a search of the black bag led to the discovery of a loaded Polymer80 ghost gun with a large capacity magazine containing 32 9mm rounds of ammunition.

A computer inquiry revealed Owens is a convicted felon who is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition. Owens was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $62,500 cash bond.

• Robbery 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Possession of a Destructive Weapon (Felony)
• Possess Large Capacity Magazine (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Resisting Arrest (Felony)
• Noncompliance with Conditions of Bond (Felony)

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The Delaware State Police have arrested 47-year-old Veronica Ayres of Millsboro, Delaware for child abuse following an investigation at a Millsboro daycare.

On June 3, 2024, Delaware State Police were notified by Division of Family Services of physical abuse of a child by a staff member at Bright Beginnings Daycare, located at 29735 John J. Williams Highway in Millsboro. Through the course of the investigation, detectives learned that on May 31, 2024, a staff member, identified as Veronica Ayres, struck a 2-year-old child in the face. Ayres’ employment was terminated the day of the incident.

On July 9, 2024, Ayres turned herself in at Troop 4, where she was charged with the crime listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on her own recognizance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Child Abuse 3^rd Degree (Felony)

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Delaware State Police Troop 5 is issuing a Gold Alert for 34-year-old Jessica Frey of Berlin, Maryland. Jessica was last seen in the Delmar, Delaware area on June 24, 2024. Attempts to locate her have been unsuccessful. There is a concern for her safety and well-being.

Jessica is described as a white female, approximately 5’02” tall, weighing approximately 120 lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing black shorts and a white Jaws t-shirt.

Anyone with information regarding Jessica’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 5 by calling (302) 337-1090, or by dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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Delaware State Police arrested 38-year-old Joey Finney of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for multiple felony offenses following a pursuit yesterday near Felton.

On July 9, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m. members of the Kent County Governor’s Task Force were on patrol on South Dupont Highway near Felton when they saw a black GMC Yukon driven by Joey Finney. Detectives recognized Finney from previous investigations, and knew he had active warrants for his arrest, which a computer check confirmed. Detectives attempted to pull the Yukon over in the parking lot of Royal Farms, located at 11460 South Dupont Highway but it sped away. During the pursuit, detectives saw Finney throw an object out of the Yukon while driving in a reckless manner on several Felton area streets and roads. The Yukon eventually came to a stop in the parking lot of Uncle Willie’s on Reeves Crossing Road after detectives successfully deployed stop sticks. Detectives found a cigarette pack that was thrown from the Yukon and discovered that it contained approximately 5.06 grams of powder cocaine and approximately .07 grams of heroin.

Finney was arrested and taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $18,900 cash bond.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 1 (Felony)
• Tampering With Evidence (Felony)
• Disregarding a Police Officer’s Signal (Felony)
• Resisting Arrest
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Several Traffic Violations

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Delaware State Police Troop 5 is issuing a Gold Alert for 55-year-old Mark Carmean of Laurel, Delaware. Mark was last seen on July 10, 2024, in the area of Bi State Boulevard in Laurel. Attempts to locate him have been unsuccessful. There is a concern for his safety and well-being.

Mark is described as a white male, approximately 5’10” tall, weighing approximately 220 lbs., with brown/gray hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a jeans, white t-shirt, and work boots.

Anyone with information regarding Mark’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 5 by calling (302) 337-1090, or by dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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Delaware State Police arrested 22-year-old Myles Andrews of Seaford, Delaware, on multiple gun and traffic-related charges after a traffic stop in Blades.

On July 9, 2024, at approximately 12:47 a.m., a trooper on patrol saw a Mercedes E350 driving on South Market Street in Blades with multiple equipment violations. The trooper pulled the car over and spoke to the driver, identified as Myles Andrews, who showed signs of impairment. After the trooper administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, he was arrested for driving under the influence. During a search of the car, troopers found a loaded .40 caliber handgun with an obliterated serial number, several rounds of ammunition, a digital scale, and other drug paraphernalia.

Andrews was taken to Troop 5, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $25,302 secured bond.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 3 counts
• Possession of a Weapon with an Obliterated Serial Number (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon – Firearm (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• DUI
• Several Traffic Violations

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The Newark Police Department is proud to announce we are accepting applications for our 16th Citizens’ Police Academy.  The academy will begin on Wednesday September 11, 2024 and will run every Wednesday night from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm through November 20, 2024.  All…

Update:  The Dover Police Department is releasing the following images obtained from PNC Bank surveillance video from the July 9th PNC Bank robbery.  The images show the suspect and an enhanced view of a hand tattoo that may aid in identification. If you have any information that can help identify this suspect, please contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.  

Incident Number:  50-24-24540

Date/Time: Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at approximately 11:14 a.m.

Location: PNC Bank, 3 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, DE 

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer Lieutenant Mark Hoffman   Email: [email protected]

Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a bank robbery that occurred on Tuesday, July 9th at approximately 11:14 a.m.  The incident occurred when a suspect entered the bank and wrote a message on a deposit slip demanding money from the teller.  The suspect handed the message to the teller and the teller gave the suspect an undisclosed amount of cash.  The suspect then fled in a westbound direction on foot, taking the note with him.  

The suspect is described as a light-skinned male, approximately 5’10”, wearing a white shirt, dark shorts, dark hat, and a cloth surgical mask. Surveillance footage was not available to provide at the time of this release.                          

This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

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The Delaware State Police have identified 38-year-old Angel Alston of Elkton, Maryland, as the woman who died in a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred Sunday night on I-495 near Edgemoor.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues investigating this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal J. Forester by calling (302) 365-8485. 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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The Gold Alert issued on July 9, 2024, by Delaware State Police Troop 3 for Travis Smith has been cancelled. He has been located.

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Incident Number:  50-24-24613

Date/Time: Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at approximately 10:33 p.m.

Location: North DuPont Highway and Lepore Drive, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer Lieutenant Mark Hoffman   Email: [email protected]

Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a serious motor vehicle crash that left two boys (15 and 14 years old) with serious injuries.  The 15-year-old male was operating a stolen motorcycle (Honda Grom) with the 14-year-old as a passenger.  The 15-year-old operator rode recklessly, running several red lights, and disobeying multiple traffic laws prior to the collision. The motorcycle was later determined to be stolen out of Philadelphia.  

While traveling south on North DuPont Highway, approaching Lepore Drive, the 15-year-old operator of the stolen motorcycle ran a red light at a high rate of speed and collided with the side of a Honda CRV that was legally making a U-turn.  Both the operator and passenger of the motorcycle suffered serious injuries and were transported to Bayhealth Kent Campus for treatment.  Further investigation revealed that the 15-year-old operator was under the influence of alcohol as well. Both teens remain hospitalized in stable condition. Once released from medical care, the 15-year-old operator will be charged with the following offenses: -DUI -Vehicular Assault 2nd Degree (x2) -Receiving Stolen Property -Multiple Traffic Offenses    

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