Delaware State Police have arrested 23-year-old Kyree Robinson of Dover, DE for murder and other related charges following a shooting incident that occurred in Dover in May 2021.
On May 15th, 2021, at approximately 5:42 p.m., troopers responded to Uplift Barber Shop located at 1534 Governors Avenue, Dover, DE for a shooting incident. The investigation determined 23-year-old Javon D. Jones of Dover was a patron in the barbershop when an unknown male suspect entered through the front door of the business and fired multiple shots at Jones, striking him in the upper torso before fleeing on foot. Jones was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Through investigative measures, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit identified Kyree Robinson as the suspect and obtained warrants for his arrest. On April 20th, 2022, Robinson was charged with the following crimes:
Murder First Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
He was arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court # 2 and issued a $1,070,000 cash bond. Robinson, who was incarcerated at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution at the time of his arraignment, remained in the custody of the Department of Corrections.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective M. Ryde of the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit by calling 302-698-8557. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.com.
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A Laurel woman is speaking out after her car was broken into and her late brother’s necklace was stolen.
Angel Oliver says her heart dropped when she woke up Tuesday morning and learned that a man had broke into her car the night before and stole a gold necklace that belonged to her brother who passed away seven years ago.
“The morning after it happened, I got on Facebook,” Angel said. “My neighbor had posted a video about a man that was trying to get into his car and he said for all the neighbors to check their cameras. I checked the front cameras, and sure enough, 12:45, got a hit, watched the video and there’s a man who walks right up to my car and opens the drivers door and gets into my car. And you can see him going through stuff in my car.”
Angel said as soon as she saw what happened on her surveillance video, she realized that she had left her late brother’s gold necklace in a cup holder inside her vehicle. Fighting back tears, she explained to us what the necklace means to her and her family.
“He’s [Angel’s late brother] been gone seven years and I never take it off,” Angel explained. “I take it off to get in the shower, or if I’m doing something where I don’t want to break it, I take it with me, it just happened to be in the car the one time I forgot to lock my car, I always lock my car, always.”
The necklace is the only thing left that Angel has of her late brother. She pleaded with the suspect directly, hoping he see’s the interview, urging him to return it, vowing not to pursue anything any further if he just returns the necklace.
“That’s the only thing I have from him,” Angel stressed. “I just want, if you can just leave it somewhere, I won’t show your face, I won’t show anything, I won’t pursue this anymore, but I’m going to continue to pursue this until I find you, to at least find out what you did with it to see if I can get it back, but no questions asked if you return this to me I won’t pursue this anymore. I just want the necklace.”
The same suspect, who appears to have been carrying a backup at the time of the incident, was also caught on another resident’s camera, just a few houses down on 6th street in Laurel.
Laurel Police are aware of the incident and are investigating.
Millsboro Police are looking for a man they say is the suspect of a robbery.
Brandon Staats is accused of robbing the Starbucks in the 28000 block of Dupont Blvd in Millsboro on Thursday (4/20). According to police, Staats stole an undisclosed amount of cash and fled the scene and rammed a bystander’s vehicle when they attempted to intervene. Police also accuse Staats of dragging an employee across the parking lot several feet, resulting in minor injuries to that person.
Staats is wanted for 2nd-degree Robbery, leaving the scene of a property collision, driving while suspended or revoked and reckless driving.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts should contact Millsboro Police at 302-934-8174 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
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43-year-old William Tatman, of Lincoln, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Lincoln man is behind bars after police say he stole a car and led them on a chase through Rehoboth.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 5:10 p.m., Saturday as troopers responded to the 20,000 block of Coastal Highway in Rehoboth for a theft in progress.
A white male suspect was spotted going through vehicles on the property and was confronted by a witness, according to police. The suspect then fled towards the Loft apartments across the highway and located a 2006 Infiniti M35 running in the rear of the apartment complex.
Police say the suspect then entered the vehicle belonging to a 21-year-old male victim. As the first trooper arrived on scene, he reportedly witnessed the victim being dragged as he was attempting to open the driver side door to stop the suspect from driving away.
The trooper activated his emergency lights and sirens and tried to stop the suspect, but he fled in the stolen vehicle. A pursuit ensued onto westbound Lewes-Georgetown Highway where the suspect allegedly tried to strike a trooper who was in the process of deploying stop sticks.
The pursuit continued to the area of Route 30 and Reynolds Pond Road where a trooper successfully deployed stop sticks disabling the stolen car. The suspect, identified as 43-year-old William Tatman, was taken into custody without further incident.
Tatman has been charged with Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)- 2 counts, Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony)- 2 counts, Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony), Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Felony), Theft Under $1,500- 3 counts, Resisting Arrest, and Numerous Traffic Violations. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $146,353.00 cash bond.
A 29-year-old man has been hospitalized after he was shot in both legs outside Irish Mike’s bar in Dover.
According to the Dover Police Department, shortly before 1 a.m., Saturday officers were called to the area of Irish Mike’s bar on Loockerman Street after receiving reported of shots fired. When officers arrived, they located a 29-year-old male victim in front of 8 Loockerman Street (Citizen’s Bank) with gunshot wounds to both upper legs.
Officers immediately rendered aid to the victim until emergency medical personnel arrived and transported him to Bayhealth Kent Campus where he remains hospitalized.
Officers located a trail of blood from the front sidewalk of Irish Mike’s to where the victim was located in front of Citizen’s Bank. Video surveillance showed a large disorderly crowd on South Bradford Street, just north of W. Loockerman Street. Police say the crowd dispersed quickly along with a small group of people in front of Irish Mikes, which may have been a result of shots being fired.
During the incident, the victim was spotted running away in the direction of Citizen’s Bank where he was found by officers.
If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, 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.
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38-year-old Tara Madden, of Selbyville, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Selbyville woman was arrested on several warrants following a traffic stop in Greenwood.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 3:56 p.m., Thursday as an officer with the Greenwood Police Department witnessed a tan Chevrolet Cruze traveling southbound on Sussex Highway in the area of Market Street.
The driver of the Cruze failed to stop at the red light and a traffic stop was initiated. The officer made contact with the driver and owner of the vehicle, 38-year-old Tara Madden. A computer check revealed she had four active criminal warrants for her arrest, stemming from numerous incidents that occurred throughout March and April in the Frankford, Millville, and Millsboro areas.
Madden was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 5 where she was charged with Theft of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Theft Greater Than $1,500 (Felony), Theft From a Senior (Felony) – 2 counts, Criminal Mischief, and Offensive Touching. She was arraigned and released on $4,500 unsecured bond.
Dozens were arrested and Delaware State Police are searching for others wanted in connection with a large-scale drug investigation on Delmarva.
In November 2020, Delaware State Police began a large-scale drug investigation named “Operation Dawg House.”
Operation Dawg House targeted the George Johnson Drug Trafficking Organization, where George Johnson, 40, of Bridgeville, was identified as the organization head. Johnson’s organization was targeted due to the increase of heroin overdoses and Clenbuterol profile possession of heroin cases occurring in Sussex County and Worcester County, Maryland.
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In Delaware, 16 overdose cases were reported, four being fatal. Additionally, two overdose deaths occurred in Worcester and Wicomico County, Maryland.
The year-long investigation involved local and state agencies in Delaware, Maryland and Pennsylvania working together to combat the heroin and opioid drug distribution.
During the investigation, numerous members of Johnson’s organization were identified, and a hierarchy of distribution was established. In total, 55 individuals were indicted or arrested on street warrants.
Currently, 51 individuals have been arrested and four individuals are still wanted, including George Johnson.
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of these wanted individuals is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 4 by calling 302-856-5850 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.
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Delaware State Police have arrested 27-year-old Arthur Darden of Dover, DE for weapons and drug offenses following a traffic stop on Monday afternoon.
On April 11th, 2022, at approximately 12:41 p.m., a trooper on patrol in Laurel, DE observed a black Kia Sportage speeding and changing lanes without signaling on Sussex Highway south of Gordy Road. A traffic stop was initiated on Sussex Highway at Dorothy Road and contact was made with the operator, identified as Arthur Darden. Troopers observed signs of impairment on Darden and opened alcohol containers inside the vehicle. A subsequent DUI investigation ensued and Darden was taken into custody without incident. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of approximately 13.79 grams of marijuana, a pair of brass knuckles, and a 9-millimeter handgun. A computer inquiry revealed Darden is a convicted felon prohibited from possessing a firearm.
Darden was transported to Troop 5 and charged with the following offenses:
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of Marijuana
Carrying a Concealed Dangerous Instrument
Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence
Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol and Drugs
Speeding
Improper Lane Change
Darden was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $11,300 cash bond.
Delaware State Police arrested 50-year-old Richard Cook of Lincoln, DE for 8th-offense DUI and other charges following a crash investigation on Monday afternoon.
On April 11th, 2022, at approximately 2:57 p.m., troopers responded to the intersection of southbound Dupont Boulevard and Redden Road, Georgetown, DE regarding a motor vehicle collision. Upon their arrival, troopers contacted Richard Cook, the operator of a black Nissan Quest. The Quest had overturned onto its side in the wooded area west of Dupont Boulevard, and the two passengers, a 49-year-old female victim, and a 45-year-old male victim had sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The victims were transported to Bayhealth Sussex Hospital for medical treatment. Troopers observed signs of impairment on Cook and a DUI investigation ensued. Cook was subsequently taken into custody without incident at the scene. A search of Cook’s vehicle led to the discovery of approximately 2.04 grams of marijuana, suspected liquid heroin, drug paraphernalia, two fixed-blade knives, and a Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. revolver. Cook is a convicted felon who is prohibited from possessing firearms and/or deadly weapons.
A computer inquiry revealed that Cook’s driver’s license was suspended and he had been convicted for seven prior DUI offenses. Cook was transported to Troop 5 and charged with the following offenses:
Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Drugs (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Firearm (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony) – 2 counts
Vehicular Assault Second Degree – 2 counts
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Driving While Suspended or Revoked
Possession of Marijuana
Cook was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $39,501 cash bond.
Clayton Sample; Curtis Collick (Left to Right) – Delaware State Police Dept.
A dispute between two neighbors led to the arrest of both after they opened fire on each other outside their homes in Millsboro.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 6:42 p.m., Saturday when troopers responded to reports of a shooting in the 28000 block of Mount Joy Road.
The investigation determined 36-year-old Curtis Collick, and 47-year-old Clayton Sample, both of Millsboro, who are neighbors, were involved in a verbal dispute outside their homes on Mount Joy Road.
The argument escalated and both men fired multiple gunshots at each other, according to police. Curtis was struck one time in the lower torso area and fled in a vehicle prior to the arrival of police.
Troopers responding to the scene spotted Curtis’ vehicle and a traffic stop was conducted.
EMS responded and transported him to an area hospital where he was treated for a non-life-threatening injury and released. Clayton was uninjured and taken into custody without incident at the scene and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 4.
Curtis was charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), and Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony). He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $152,000.00 cash bond.
Clayton was charged with Assault First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony). He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $130,000.00 cash bond.
Two men have been arrested for the shooting death of a 49-year-old Laurel man on Thursday.
Delaware State Police say they responded to the 18000 block of Laurel Road just after midnight on reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found the victim with a gunshot wound to his torso. He was pronounced dead on the scene.
An investigation determined that the victim had gotten into an altercation with 18-year-old Josiah Garrison of Denton, MD and 21-year-old Ramon Duker of Millsboro. Police say after the victim was shot in the altercation, the men allegedly held an acquaintance of the victim at gunpoint to drive away from the scene.
Police apprehended the suspects after they went to Beebe Medical Center in Lewes to treat an injury.
Duker and Garrison face several charges, including:
Murder First Degree (Felony)
Robbery First Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Kidnapping Second Degree (Felony)
Conspiracy First Degree (Felony)
Both suspects have been arraigned and lodged at SCI on $1,146,000 cash bond. Delaware State Police are asking any potential witnesses to contact them at 302-741-2821 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
Delaware State Police arrested a juvenile male for firearm and related charges after a shooting that occurred in Magnolia on Monday evening.
On April 4th, 2022 at approximately 8:26 p.m., troopers responded to Juanita Drive in Magnolia, DE regarding a report of shots fired. The ensuing investigation revealed that the suspect had fired multiple gunshots from a vehicle at a residence. The residence was occupied by three victims (ages 38, 32, and 14) at the time, all of whom were not injured. The residence was struck several times and suspect fled the area to an unknown destination.
Through investigative means, a 15-year-old male was developed as the suspect. On April 6th, 2022, the juvenile male was located in Dover and taken into custody without incident. He was subsequently charged with the following crimes:
Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony) – 3 counts
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Criminal Mischief
The 15-year-old male was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 7 and committed to Stevenson House on $21,001 cash bond.
A 62-year-old man is facing his fifth DUI offense after crashing his vehicle into a Smyrna Police vehicle, injuring the officer and detainee.
Smyrna Police say the incident happened on Wednesday (April 6) just before 11:00 a.m. on US 13 near Cory Lane, where Paul Reed allegedly driving his red pickup truck recklessly.
An officer attempted to stop Reed, but allegedly fled after side-swiping another vehicle. A short distance later, Reed struck another Smyrna officer’s cruiser while he was conducting a traffic stop in the northbound lane and coming to a stop.
Nearby fire crews and paramedics rescued the officer, who was entrapped in the vehicle. The detainee was able to get out of the vehicle. Both the officer and detainee were transported to a nearby hospital and treated for minor injuries.
Reed was also transported to the hospital. Following his release, he was charged with his fifth DUI offense and also faces several other charges:
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Anthony J. Oscar, 34, of Dover, DE – Laurel Police Dept.
A Dover man is wanted on felony theft and forgery charges in Laurel.
According to the Laurel Police Department, officers are currently conducting a felony investigation that occurred on April 4, 2022 at the Bank of Delmarva located at 200 E Market Street.
At this time, police say the primary suspect in the investigation has been identified as 34-year-old Anthony J. Oscar, of Dover, Delaware.
Oscar is currently wanted out of the Laurel Police Department for Theft Over $1500, Forgery 2nd Degree, and Conspiracy 2nd Degree. Additionally, he is wanted for similar charges by the Seaford Police Department and by the Kent County Court of Common Pleas for a Failure to Appear capias.
Oscar was last seen occupying a newer model Honda sedan with an unknown driver.
Anyone with information related to this case is asked to contact PFC Lieber of the Laurel Police Department at [email protected] or by phone at 302-875-2244 reference case 70-22-1021 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at0 1-800-847-3333.
Delaware State Police arrested 20-year-old Amir Harris of Millsboro, DE on drug and weapons charges following a traffic stop on Tuesday morning.
On April 5th, 2022 at approximately 12:15 a.m., a trooper on patrol in the Millsboro area observed a gray Pontiac sedan traveling southbound on Dupont Boulevard south of Delaware Avenue. The trooper observed the Pontiac fail to remain within its lane of travel and also commit a turn signal violation. A traffic stop was then initiated on Parker Circle, Millsboro. Upon contacting the operator and sole occupant, identified as Amir Harris, the trooper detected the strong odor of marijuana emitting from inside of the vehicle. Harris was asked to exit the vehicle, and as Harris complied, he fled the scene on foot. Troopers gave chase and took Harris into custody a short distance away. Upon detaining Harris, troopers discovered he was in possession of approximately .035 grams of suspected heroin and a loaded U.S. Revolver Company handgun with five .32 caliber rounds. Harris has a prior felony conviction and is a person prohibited from possessing firearms and/or ammunition.
Harris was transported to Troop 4 and charged with the following crimes:
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While in Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Criminal Mischief
Failure to Remain Within a Single Lane
Failure to Properly Signal
Harris was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $36,750 secured bond.
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A Dover man with eight warrants in Delaware was apprehended on Monday.
Dover Police say 20-year-old Jumir Brown was arrested in the parking lot of Royal Farms on South Saulsbury Road after he was observed leaving the area of Village Drive. He was taken into custody without incident.
A search of Brown’s vehicle uncovered 18.5 grams of marijuana and a loaded 9mm handgun.
Police say Brown was wanted for a domestic charge in Dover and was wanted by several courts in Delaware. He now faces additional charges of:
-Possession of Untraceable Firearm -Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited (2x) -Possession of Marijuana -Drug Paraphernalia -Local Fugitive (8x)
Brown was committed to SCI on a $23,200 cash bond.
A Laurel man is facing several drugs and weapons charges after he was pulled over for a tinted windows violation.
Seaford Police say 44-year-old Carlo Munoz-Barreto was stopped in the area of South Market Street on Sunday evening. The officer spotted a handgun in a door pocket when the door opened, prompting the officer to make an arrest. A further search of the suspect’s vehicle uncovered 58 grams of cocaine, 10 bags of heroin, 519 grams of marijuana, 49 prescription pills, drug paraphernalia, a rifle, ammunition, and over $2,800 in drug proceeds.
Munoz-Barreto faces several charges, including:
• Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony (Felony) • Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a person prohibited who also possessed Controlled Substances (Felony) – 3 counts • Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony) • Manufacture/Deliver/ PWID Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts • Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts • Possess Consume any Prescription drug, not a controlled substance (Misdemeanor) – 8 counts • Possess Consume a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance except for Human Growth Hormone without a prescription (Misdemeanor) • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Not related to personal use quantity Marijuana or Person Under 18 (Misdemeanor) -3 • Operating a vehicle with improper Window Tinting
He was also wanted on a Delaware State Police warrant for a theft charge as well.
Munoz-Barreto was arraigned and lodged to SCI on $139,850 cash bond.
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Delaware State Police arrested 25-year-old Andrew Long of Millsboro, DE on drug and weapon charges following a traffic stop Saturday night.
Andrew Long
On April 2, 2022, at approximately 7:06 p.m., a trooper on patrol in the area of Park Avenue, Georgetown observed a Blue Ford Explorer operated by Andrew Long who had active warrants for his arrest and did not possess a valid license. A traffic stop was initiated, and upon Long pulling his vehicle to the shoulder of the roadway, he immediately exited and began to flee on foot while carrying a handgun. The trooper chased the suspect and gave verbal commands. Long eventually gave up, dropped the gun, and was subsequently taken into custody without further incident. The loaded 9mm handgun was recovered and a search of the vehicle led to the discovery of approximately 1.3 grams of marijuana. A computer inquiry revealed Long is a person prohibited from possessing a weapon.
Long was transported to Troop 4 where he was charged with the following crimes:
Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by Person Prohibited (Felony)- 3 counts
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Possession of Marijuana
Driving While Suspended
Failure to Have Insurance
Failure to Wear Seatbelt
Long was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $101,502 cash bond.
Delaware State Police arrested 47-year-old Robert Berry of Wilmington, DE following a burglary investigation in Wilmington on Thursday morning.
Robert Berry
On March 31st, 2022 at approximately 10:02 a.m., troopers and officers from the Wilmington Police Department and New Castle County Police Department responded to the Family Dollar located at 4331 Governor Printz Boulevard, Wilmington, DE for a reported burglary in progress. Upon their arrival responding officers observed a male suspect climbing onto the roof of the business. Troopers and officers established a perimeter around the Merchants Square shopping center. The male suspect was then taken into custody as he exited a vacant building just south of the Family Dollar. Further investigation revealed the suspect, identified as Robert Berry, had attempted to steal copper from air conditioning units on the roof of the Family Dollar. A computer inquiry also revealed Berry was wanted and had active warrants for prior thefts.
Berry was subsequently transported to Troop 2 where he was charged with the following offenses:
Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)
Possession of Burglary Tools (Felony)
Theft Greater Than $1,500 (Felony)
Criminal Mischief Greater Than $5,000 (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Berry was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 2 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $25,000 cash and $17,001 secured bonds.
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Dover Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a robbery suspect.
Dover Police tells TV Delmarva News that the suspect is wanted in connection to the armed robbery at The Little Grocer store at 902 East Division Street. The robbery occurred just after 8:00 p.m. on February 23, where the suspect entered the store with a handgun and demanded cash. The suspect fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Anyone with information on the suspect is asked to contact Dover Police at 302-736-7130 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking the public’s assistance in the prosecution of a Sussex County pastor indicted for Unlawful Sexual Contact and is requesting that any additional victims contact law enforcement.
Major Foster, a Lincoln man who at the time was employed as pastor of Ellendale’s Philadelphia Pentecostal Holiness Church, faces pending charges after inappropriately touching multiple women.
“I am grateful to the women who have come forward to the Delaware State Police and our prosecutors,” said Attorney General Jennings. “We have reason to believe that Foster’s alleged years long pattern of abuse includes as yet unreported, additional instances. We ask that any additional victims or witnesses with information come forward. We will be there to support you.”
Foster was indicted in November by a Sussex County grand jury on three counts of Unlawful Sexual Contact 3rd Degree, following an investigation into multiple reports that, from 2013 to 2020, he attempted to use scripture to coerce female parishioners into sexual relationships, made inappropriate comments, and instigated prolonged hugs during which he made inappropriate sexual contact with his victims.
Foster was also charged with Offensive Touching for pushing a victim’s husband when confronted.
The State was aware of three victims at the time of Foster’s original indictment; prosecutors now have reason to believe that additional victims may be unidentified. The State implores anyone whom Foster has harmed or who has additional information about the case to contact Delaware State Police. Anyone with additional information should contact Det. L. Coleman, Delaware State Police – Troop 4, at (302) 752-3813.
A traffic stop in Dover leads to a drugs and weapons arrest on Tuesday evening.
Delaware State Police say a trooper stopped 20-year-old Tyler Shabazz of Magnolia after he made a lane change without signaling in the area of South Dupont Highway and Webbs Lane.
The trooper noticed a smell of marijuana inside the vehicle and conducted a probable search without incident.
The search uncovered 440 grams of marijuana, a loaded 9mm handgun, four magazines and ammunition, digital scale and over $250 in drug proceeds.
Shabazz was lodged in SCI on $27,001 secure bond. He faces several charges, including:
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) Possession of a Controlled Substance in a Tier 1 Quantity (Felony) Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony) Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Failure to Signal
The Dover Police Department and United States Marshals Service First State Fugitive Task Force arrested two women wanted for Murder in West Virginia on Wednesday evening.
22-year-old Isis Wallace and 42-year-old Nichole Brooks, both of Bluefield, West Virginia, were wanted in connection to a shooting death of a 13-year-old female victim in Bluefield on March 23rd, 2022.
Officers from the Dover Police Department and USMS conducted surveillance at the hotel before executing a search warrant and taking both suspects into custody.
Both suspects surrendered without incident.
Brooks and Wallace will be held at Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution pending their extradition to West Virginia.
A Laurel woman was arrested and the search is on for a Seaford man after police say the two broke into a motel room and assaulted a man over the weekend.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident shortly before 9 p.m., Sunday when troopers responded to the Lakeside Motel on Sussex Highway for reports of an altercation.
Police arrived and determined Faedra Parker and her accomplice, 33-year-old Junior Dorvilier, of Seaford, forced their way into a motel room, occupied by a 25-year-old victim/acquaintance and physically assaulted him.
The victim sustained injuries to his head during the incident but refused medical treatment at the scene.
The two suspects fled the scene in an unknown direction in a vehicle belonging to Parker, according to police. Troopers, with the assistance of local police agencies, tried to locate the suspects but were unsuccessful. Troopers then obtained active warrants for the arrests of both of them.
On Monday, Parker turned herself into the Laurel Police Department and was charged with the following crimes: Burglary 1st Degree (Felony), Strangulation (Felony), Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony), and Assault Third Degree. She was arraigned and released on her own recognizance.
Dorvilier has not been located at this time and is currently wanted for Burglary 1st Degree (Felony), Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony), and Offensive Touching. He also has multiple active warrants for a vehicle pursuit that occurred in October, 2021. He is described as a black male with dreadlock-style hair, approximately 6’2” tall, and weighing approximately 175 pounds. He could possibly be in the Seaford or Laurel areas. Anyone with any information on his whereabouts is urged to contact police.
On March 24 Carlisle units responded to a reported MVC with entrapment on route 1 northbound. One patient was extricated and transported to the hospital by Helicopter. Carlisle received assistance from Station 49, Frederica Fire Company, Sussex County Paramedics, and Trooper 2 from the Delaware State Police. The patient was extracted in a short matter of time and the road was reopened approximately 45 minutes later.
Top Stories: 18-year-old killed, several injured in serious crash near Milton. $300 rebate proposed for taxpayers in Delaware to combat fuel costs. Wilmington man charged in shooting death of a Dover man.
Weather: Snow squalls will begin to dissipate as we get closer to the evening hours. A very cold night is ahead with breezy conditions. Another chilly day is in store tomorrow but a nice warm-up and thunderstorm chances are in the forecast for the second half of the week.
$1,120,000.00 Cash Bond for Suspect Arrested In Dover Murder
Delaware State Police Homicide Unit arrested Marcus Bailey, 18, of Wilmington, for the homicide that took place Thursday afternoon in the Capitol Park community in Dover.
On March 24, 2022, at approximately 3:50 p.m., troopers responded to Senator Avenue for a reported shooting. The investigation determined a 33-year-old Dover man, was seated in the driver seat of a vehicle parked on Senator Avenue when Marcus Bailey entered the backseat of the car. Marcus engaged in a conversation with the victim before demanding the victim’s property. At some point during the encounter, the victim was shot in the upper torso. Marcus then fled the vehicle in an unknown direction of travel. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Through investigative measures, the Delaware State Police identified Marcus Bailey as the suspect involved in this shooting incident. On March 26, 2022, Marcus was taken into custody without incident during a traffic stop in the Long Neck Wawa parking lot. He was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 7 where he was charged with the following crimes:
Murder First Degree (Felony)
Robbery First Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
He was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $1,120,000.00 cash bond.
On Saturday, 3/26/2022, the First State Half Marathon will be taking place, in the City of Newark, with approximately 350-400 runners expected to participate. The course begins and ends on Orchard Road in the area of Amstel Avenue and will effect traffic in the following neighborhoods: Devon Binns, Oaklands, and Nottingham Green, as well as effecting traffic along West Park Place, East Park Place, Chrysler Avenue, Apple Road, Hillside Road, Casho Mill Road, and Barksdale Road. The race is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM, with all roads being open and free of runners by approximately 12:00 PM. Please drive cautiously and watch for runners if you are in any of the effected areas.
Top Stories: $300 rebate, gas tax holiday proposed by lawmakers to ease the pain at the pump in Delaware. Delaware State Police conducting a homicide investigation in Dover.
Weather: The sunshine has returned but much colder air is moving into the region this weekend. More showers in the forecast for Saturday with some small hail? Could very well be!
Yesterday, (Mar 24) patrol officers from the New Castle County Division of Police were dispatched to the 200 block of Wayne Way in the community of Villages at Fairview Farms. When the officers arrived, they met with the parents of 17-year-old Savita Conner. The officers learned that Savita left the residence earlier and has not returned. They also learned that she has medical conditions that cause a concern for her welfare.
Savita Conner
Savita is reported to be 5’0, 150lbs with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a red & black in color Red Lion Christian Academy cheerleading jacket.
Police are asking anyone with information on the whereabouts of Savita Conner to please contact the New Castle County Division of Police by dialing (302) 573-2800 or visit our website at http://www.NCCPD.com, or (IM) on the New Castle County Police Facebook page.
Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is currently conducting a homicide investigation that took place Thursday afternoon in the Capitol Park community in Dover.
On March 24, 2022, at approximately 3:50 p.m., troopers responded to Senator Avenue for a reported shooting. The investigation determined a 33-year-old Dover man was seated in the driver seat of a vehicle parked on Senator Avenue when an unknown male entered the backseat of the car. The male engaged in a conversation with the victim before demanding the victim’s property. At some point during the encounter, the victim was shot in the upper torso. The unknown male suspect then fled the vehicle in an unknown direction of travel.
The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. Identification is pending notification to next of kin.
At this time, there is no suspect information available. Delaware State Police Homicide Unit asks anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this incident to contact Det. Mark 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-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com
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Weather: Mostly clear skies will continue into the overnight hours tonight. More clouds will move in for your Tuesday with warmer temperatures. And rain chances are on the increase for Wednesday and Thursday.
Taylor Hurley, 23, of Seaford, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Seaford woman was arrested on drug charges following a police chase that resulted in the discovery of heroin and cocaine.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred shortly before 9 p.m., Sunday night as troopers on patrol witnessed a Ford F-150 traveling over the posted speed limit eastbound on Hardscrabble Road, in the area of Shiloh Church Road.
Troopers initiated a traffic stop, but the vehicle failed to stop and a pursuit ensued. The Ford fled eastbound on Hardscrabble Road where it ran off the road in the area of Governor Stockley Road and began driving through a field.
While in the field, police say the Ford struck a ditch and became disabled. The driver then exited the vehicle and tried to flee on foot.
Troopers gave chase and took the suspect, later identified as 23-year-old Taylor Hurley, into custody without further incident. Police later discovered she was in possession of approximately 7.71 grams of cocaine and a gram of heroin.
The two troopers involved in the apprehension suffered minor injuries and were evaluated at an area hospital.
Hurley was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 4 where she was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony), Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony), Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia- 2 counts, and several traffic violations. She was arraigned and committed to the Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution on a $8,625 secured bond.
Brittallia Semaan, of New Castle, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A New Castle woman is behind bars on multiple felony charges, including vehicular homicide, after police say she carjacked a vehicle and struck and killed a man.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m., Sunday, March 13 as troopers were dispatched to the area of 4049 New Castle Avenue for a reported carjacking. The initial investigation determined a female suspect, later identified as Brittallia Semaan, entered the front passenger side of a parked white Chevrolet Trax.
A 67-year-old male and 66-year-old female attempted to remove Brittallia from their SUV but were unsuccessful as she moved into the driver’s seat. As Brittallia attempted to flee the area, the female victim was struck by the SUV and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. At the time of the initial carjacking, two juveniles were seated in the backseat of the SUV but were successfully able to exit before Brittallia fled with the Trax southbound on RT. 9.
Moments later, Brittallia struck a 48-year-old New Castle man just south of Boothhurst Blvd. The victim was transported by EMS to an area hospital where he, unfortunately, died from his injuries. Identification is pending notification to next of kin. This fatal pedestrian collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Additional information regarding the crash will be released once it becomes available.
After the fatal pedestrian crash, Brittallia flees southbound into Old New Castle and enters the parking lot of the SPCA located in the area of South Street and 6th Street. At the same time, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was walking in the parking lot. For unknown reasons, Brittallia swerved into the pedestrian’s path, striking her. Fortunately, the victim sustained minor injuries.
Brittallia then exited the parking lot and traveled southbound on South Street before turning right onto Washington Street and began traveling northbound. At the same time, a Maserati was traveling southbound on Washington Street, approaching Brittallia’s vehicle.
For unknown reasons, Brittallia crossed over the double yellow line and crashed head-on with the Maserati on Rt 141 just before the intersection of SR 273. The driver, a 34-year-old Wilmington man, and passenger, a 26-year-old Wilmington woman, sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the crash.
After the crash occurred, a good Samaritan stopped at the crash scene to help. At that time, Brittallia entered the backseat of the 62-year-old New Castle man’s Ford Explorer. He confronted her and told her to exit his car. As she complied, she quickly entered the driver’s seat and attempted to flee the scene. The 62-year-old male tried to stop Brittallia but was unsuccessful and was dragged a short distance but was uninjured. As Brittallia fled the scene, a 77-year-old New Castle woman was still seated in the front passenger seat.
With the female passenger still in the Explorer, Brittallia continued traveling onto southbound River Road, where she collided with the rear of a Honda Odyssey in the area of Hamburg Rd. The 52-year-old female driver and the 77-year-old female passenger in Brittallia’s vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
An off-duty Wilmington Police Department Officer observed the second carjacking and followed Brittallia when he observed the final collision. With the assistance of a former New Castle County Police Officer, who had also stopped to render aid at the scene, Brittallia Semaan was apprehended until Troopers arrived. Brittallia was taken into custody and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 2, where this investigation remains ongoing. Once charges and mugshot become available, a press release will be issued.
The Delaware State Police would like to recognize and thank all of the good Samaritans who stopped and acted selfless today to help render aid to those in need.
Anyone who may have witnessed these incidents is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 2 by calling 302-834-2620. Information may also be provided by sending a private message through Facebook Messenger to Delaware State Police or calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Delaware State Police are conducting an in-custody death investigation after a man wanted for 2nd Degree Rape died while in transport to the police station.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 10 a.m., Wednesday as detectives responded to the Bait and Tackle Shop at the Indian River Inlet located at 25012 Coastal Highway, in an attempt to reach 72-year-old Stanley Bradley, of Milton, Delaware.
Police received information that Bradley may have been at the business hanging out. He was wanted on an outstanding warrant for Rape 2nd Degree (Felony), according to police.
As detectives pulled into the parking lot, Bradley was spotted leaving the business. Contact was made with him, at which time police say he was very cooperative and was taken into custody without incident.
Bradley was placed in the front seat of the detectives’ divisionally issued Ford Taurus, with one of the detectives sitting in the backseat and the other driving. As the vehicle was traveling to Delaware State Police Troop 3 on Coastal Highway, in the area of Johnson Road, Bradley reportedly requested the detectives pull over because he thought he was suffering from a medical event.
Detectives immediately pulled over and both exited the vehicle to check on Bradley, who was now unconscious, police said. One detective immediately called 911 to request medical assistance as the other began performing CPR. Life-saving measures were performed until EMS arrived, who continued CPR before transporting Bradley to Bayhealth Sussex Campus.
Bradley was stabilized and transported to Bayhealth Hospital in Dover where he died at approximately 6 p.m.
The investigation revealed Bradley had a long medical history and had been hospitalized multiple times during the last year for cardiac issues. Bradley was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science for an autopsy to be performed.
On March 10, the Medical Examiner ruled Bradley died from natural causes pending a toxicology examination. There was nothing suspicious and no signs of trauma found during the investigation.
This case remains pending active by the Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit pending the toxicology results. Due to the sensitive nature of the charges that Bradley was wanted for, police say no further information will be released regarding the case.
42-year-old Ronnell T. Vickers, of Harrington, DE – Harrington Police Dept.
A Harrington man was arrested on felony drug charges after police say he was found in possession of more than six pounds of marijuana and other drugs during a traffic stop.
According to the Harrington Police Department, on Thursday, March 10, officers arrested 42-year-old Ronnell T. Vickers on several drug and weapons charges.
Officers on patrol came into contact with Vickers after discovering the vehicle he was operating had an invalid registration. After contact was made with Vickers, officers noticed a strong odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle.
A probable cause search was initiated and police found several packages of marijuana total weight approximately 2,858.2 grams (6.3 pounds), 12.4 grams of ecstasy, a loaded 9mm handgun, two digital scales, and various forms of drug paraphernalia.
Evidence from traffic stop – Harrington Police Dept.
Vickers was taken into custody without incident and transported to Harrington Police Department where he was charged with the following: Manufacture/Deliver/PWID Controlled Substance Tier 2 quantity (C Felony), Manufacture/Deliver/PWID Controlled Substance (D Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 quantity (F Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 1 quantity (G Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (violation), Possession of a Firearm during the commission of a felony (B Felony), Carrying a concealed deadly weapon/Firearm (D Felony), and two registration violations.
Vickers was presented via video phone at Justice of the Peace Court 2 and was committed to Sussex Correctional Institute in lieu of $31,000 cash bond.
Delaware State Police are warning the public amid reports of scammers posing as State Police.
The Delaware State Police Department has been investigating multiple incidents in which victims have been receiving phone calls from individuals posing as troopers and advising they are wanted and owe bail money. These individuals are utilizing spoofed, Delaware State Police issued phone numbers.
As a reminder, the Delaware State Police will never request payment for fines, traffic tickets or bail. All these transactions are conducted by the respective court systems and never over the phone. Electronic payments are also never requested via phone for court matters.
“Spoofing” is when a caller deliberately falsifies the information transmitted to your caller ID display to disguise their identity. Spoofing is often used as part of an attempt to trick someone into giving away valuable personal information so it can be used in fraudulent activity or sold illegally.
The following tips can help you avoid becoming victim to a spoofing scam:
Don’t answer calls from unknown numbers. If you do so by accident, hang up.
If a caller (live or recorded) suggests hitting a button to stop receiving calls from them, hang up. This can be a trick to engage you in conversation.
Never give out any personally identifiable information – for example, account numbers, Social Security Number, passwords or PINs, or your mother’s maiden name.
If a caller claims to be with a legitimate company, call back using the phone number on a statement you have from them, or on their verified, secure website. This is particularly important if the caller asks you to verify personal information or make a payment.
If you are immediately pressured for information – be cautious. You are not obligated to answer any question asked of you.
Set your own password for your voicemail. Some voicemail services are set up to automatically allow access to your mailbox if you call in from your own phone. If a scammer spoofs your number, they can access your messages unless there is a password or PIN requirement in place.
Use a call blocking tool (talk to your phone company) or reputable app on your mobile device. There are different options for different platforms. Do some research and choose the one that makes the most sense for you.
25-year-old Brian Pogats; 39-year-old Frederick Spiezio (Left to Right) – Harrington Police Dept.
A Harrington duo were arrested on theft charges after police say they illegally transferred money out of other people’s bank accounts to multiple online finance applications.
According to the Harrington Police Department, on Friday, March 4, officers arrested 39-year-old Frederick A. Spiezio and 25-year-old Brian M. Pogats, both of Harrington, on numerous theft and attempted theft charges.
At the end of February, police say officers were contacted by the victims who reported several unauthorized transactions from their bank account after they discovered their funds were being illicitly and electronically transferred to multiple online finance applications.
During the course of the investigation, officers were able to link the online accounts to both Mr. Spiezio and Mr. Pogats. Both were taken into custody without incident.
Spiezio was charged with 3 counts Theft Under $1500 where victim is 62 years of age or older (G Felony), 3 counts Attempted Theft Under $1500 victim is 62 years of age or older (G Felony), Conspiracy 2nd Degree (G Felony), 2 counts Theft Under $1500, (A misdemeanor), and 3 Counts Attempted Theft Under $1500 (A misdemeanor).
Pogats was charged with 3 counts Attempted Theft Under $1500 victim is 62 years of age or older (G Felony), 2 counts Theft Under $1500 where victim is 62 years of age or older (G Felony), Conspiracy 2nd Degree (G Felony), 3 Counts Attempted Theft Under $1500 (A misdemeanor), and Theft Under $1500, (A misdemeanor).
Both were released on their Own Recognizance Bond pending future court appearances.
Four people face several drug and weapons charges after police say they were spotted dealing drugs at a gas station parking lot in Magnolia.
Delaware State Police arrested 18-year-old Madalynn Webber of Camden, 23-year-old Phillip Cubbage Jr. of Dover, 21-year-old Justin Webber of Magnolia and 20-year-old Ronald Webber (also from Magnolia) after they were allegedly observed dealing drugs at the Liberty gas station on West Birdie Lane. When officers stopped the vehicle, occupied by Ronald and Justin Webber, a strong odor of marijuana was detected and both suspects were detained.
A 6-year-old child was also in the vehicle.
A search uncovered a loaded 9mm handgun, over 114 grams of marijuana, 2 electronic scales, over 66 ml of THC oils, and several rounds of ammunition.
An investigation led back to the suspect’s residence in the 500 block of Hollering Hill Road in Camden, were the other two suspects were. A search uncovered a trove of drugs, weapons and over $10,000 in drug proceeds.
Each suspect faces a long list of drug and weapons charges, along with child endangerment charges and were released on their own recognizance. Cubbage was lodged in Sussex Correctional Institute on a $57,500 cash bond.
40 dosage units of methadone (Tier 1) Sawed off Shotgun Pavona 9mm handgun loaded with 7 rounds Glock 43X loaded with an extended magazine and 3 (9mm rounds) 683 dosage units of Acid (Tier 3) Approximately 97.48g of Psilocybin Mushrooms (Tier 3) Approximately 3,287.48g of Marijuana (Tier 2) Drug paraphernalia Over $10,500 in suspected drug proceeds The four suspects were transported to Troop 3 and charged with the following crimes:
Justin Webber
Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance (Felony) Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Endangering the Welfare of a Child- 2 counts Justin Webber was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #2 and released on his own recognizance.
Ronald Webber
Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony) Possession of a Deadly Weapon by Person Prohibited (Felony) Possession of a Destructive Weapon – Sawed off Shotgun (Felony) Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance (Felony) Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Endangering the Welfare of a Child- 2 counts Ronald Webber was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #2 and released on his own recognizance.
Madalynn Webber
Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)- 2 counts Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony) Possession of a Deadly Weapon by Person Prohibited (Felony) Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony) Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Possession of a Drug Paraphernalia Madalynn Webber was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #2 and released on her own recognizance.
Phillip Cubbage Jr.
Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)- 2 counts Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony) Possession of a Deadly Weapon by Person Prohibited (Felony)- 2 counts Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony) Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Possession of a Drug Paraphernalia Phillip Cubbage Jr. was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #2 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $57,500 secured bond.
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Tuesday that the Division of Civil Rights & Public Trust (DCRPT) has reached a pre-indictment plea agreement with a former Dover police officer who experienced an opioid overdose in his patrol vehicle and later tested positive for fentanyl and marijuana.
“This should remind us that the addiction epidemic affects everyone,” said Attorney General Jennings. “The defendant’s conduct was obviously illegal, totally incompatible with the standards we should hold law enforcement to, and could easily have turned deadly for him or someone else – he is frankly fortunate that his fellow officers found him in time to save his life. At the same time, justice in these situations requires both accountability and compassion. The defendant’s struggle with substance abuse is a familiar story for thousands of Delawareans, and just like anyone else he has our empathy in his journey to recovery. This sentence allows him to get the help he needs while permanently separating him from a position of public trust because he can no longer be trusted.”
“When viewed through a human lens, the Dover Police Department has empathy for anyone battling the challenges associated with drug abuse and connections to treatment services were offered to our employee,” said Dover Police Chief Thomas Johnson Jr. “However; when viewed through a professional lens, this kind of behavior can never be tolerated. Not for a minute. A trust was violated. In addition to the risks to his own life, he took chances with the safety of his co-workers and members of the public that were not his to take. Through appropriate investigation, this unprofessional conduct was determined to be criminal in nature.
“Once the facts were established, it became clear that Mr. Vieira could no longer be a Police Officer. The responsibilities of the job are just too serious and the public deserves the best resources that we can provide. We have already begun to examine the factors that lead up to the overdose emergency and will evaluate them against our existing code of conduct policies and early detection mechanisms. Appropriate changes to policy and/or practice will be made at the earliest possible time.”
On November 26, 2021, officers from the Dover Police Department located Pfc. Steven Vieira, 30, near Schutte Park after dispatch repeatedly and unsuccessfully tried to reach him. Responding officers found Vieira unconscious in his patrol vehicle and showing signs of overdose.
After administering first aid and two doses of Narcan, officers escorted Vieira to Bayhealth Hospital. Upon initial belief that Vieira had experienced an accidental fentanyl exposure during his duties, Dover PD conducted a search of his vehicle and uncovered an eyeglass case containing what was determined to be oxycodone hydrochloride, a prescription opioid, and various drug paraphernalia. A subsequent blood test revealed fentanyl and cannabinoid in Vieira’s system.
Vieira pleaded guilty to Driving Under the Influence of Drugs and Official Misconduct, both Class A Misdemeanors, and was sentenced to a 12-month prison sentence suspended to 12 months Level II probation, with his probation dischargeable following drug counseling.
As part of his plea, Vieira has resigned from the Dover Police Department and surrendered all Council on Police Training (COPT) certifications, rendering him permanently ineligible for employment as a police officer. Dover PD placed Vieira on administrative leave pending its own internal investigation, notified the Department of Justice, and cooperated fully with DCRPT’s investigation. Deputy Attorneys General Mark Denney represented the State in this matter, following a DCRPT investigation led by DOJ Investigator Tim Argoe.
Delaware State Police are issuing the following advisory in response to a recent phone scam involving a “spoofed phone number” in Sussex County.
Earlier this week, Delaware State Police were made aware of two incidents in which individuals received a phone call from what appeared to be from Delaware State Police Troop 5. In one incident, the victim was told they had to pay a fine on a sex offender charge and another was going to be arrested for jury duty fines.
As a reminder, Delaware State Police will never request payment for fines, traffic tickets or bail. All these transactions are conducted by the respective court systems and never over the phone. Electronic payments are also never requested via phone for court matters.
Caller ID spoofing is when a caller deliberately falsifies the information transmitted to your caller ID display to disguise their identity. Spoofing is often used as part of an attempt to trick someone into giving away valuable personal information so it can be used in fraudulent activity or sold illegally.
The following tips can help you avoid becoming victim to a spoofing scam:
Don’t answer calls from unknown numbers. If you do so by accident, hang up.
If a caller (live or recorded) suggests hitting a button to stop receiving calls from them, hang up. This can be a trick to engage you in conversation.
Never give out any personally identifiable information – for example, account numbers, Social Security Number, passwords or PINs, or your mother’s maiden name.
If a caller claims to be with a legitimate company, call back using the phone number on a statement you have from them, or on their verified, secure website. This is particularly important if the caller asks you to verify personal information or make a payment.
If you are immediately pressured for information – be cautious. You are not obligated to answer any question asked of you.
Set your own password for your voicemail. Some voicemail services are set up to automatically allow access to your mailbox if you call in from your own phone. If a scammer spoofs your number, they can access your messages unless there is a password or PIN requirement in place.
Use a call blocking tool (talk to your phone company) or reputable app on your mobile device. There are different options for different platforms. Do some research and choose the one that makes the most sense for you.
A Bridgeville man was killed and several people were injured following a serious crash in Harrington.
According to Delaware State Police, the crash occurred around 6:53 p.m., Sunday as a 31-year-old Marydel, Maryland man was driving a Honda Civic northbound on South DuPont Hwy in the left lane approaching the intersection of Hopkins Cemetery Road.
The Civic entered the left turn lane and median crossover and then, without stopping, began crossing southbound onto South DuPont Hwy to Hopkins Cemetery Road. At the same time, a 31-year-old Salisbury, Maryland woman was driving a GMC Terrain southbound on South DuPont Hwy in the right lane approaching the intersection of Hopkins Cemetery Road.
As the Honda crossed into the path of the GMC, the front bumper of the GMC struck the Honda’s passenger side door in the right lane of South DuPont Hwy. After the collision, the GMC pushed the Honda into a stop sign and then into the parking lot of a nearby furniture store.
The 31-year-old Marydel man was flown to an area hospital where he was admitted in serious condition. Seated in the front passenger seat of the Honda was a 30-year-old Bridgeville man who sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
EMS transported the 31-year-old Salisbury woman to an area hospital where she was admitted for non-life-threatening injuries. Also in the GMC was a 59-year-old female, a 31-year-old female, a 6-year-old female, a 5-year-old female, and a 3-year-old male. All passengers were transported to an area hospital where they were treated for minor injuries and released.
The road was closed for approximately four hours for the crash investigation and cleanup.
A former North Laurel Elementary School secretary has been indicted on a pair of felony theft charges.
Delaware State Police arrested 40-year-old Wade Bryan of Laurel, after he was accused of stealing from a 2021 summer and fall pizza fundraiser and Pre-K tuition.
According to the indictment, the school discovered checks for the fundraiser had not cleared parent’s bank accounts and Bryan did not make any deposits. In addition, the fundraising company was improperly given the district’s bank account information to pay for the fundraiser. School officials checked a school safe to discover all the cash was missing and checks were never deposited.
An internal audit led to Bryan as the person responsible for those deposits and accuse his of stealing $3,198.50 in cash from the fundraiser and $1,775 from the Pre-K tuition funds.
Bryan was indicted on February 14 on two counts of Felony Theft Over $1,500. He turned himself in to Delaware State Police and was released on his own recognizance.
Milford Police are looking for thieves who made off with cash from a bank ATM machine.
Investigators were called to the Del-One Federal Credit Union at 100 Credit Union Way just after 2:00 a.m. on February 12. The suspects were seen using a green 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 truck and using tools to remove the undisclosed amount of cash from the ATM and fled. Officers later found the truck behind a business and learned that truck was reported stolen from a victim in the Milford area.
Milford Police say the incident is an active investigation and are asking anyone with information to contact them at 302-422-8081, or Crime Stopper at 800-TIP-3333. Tips can also be submitted online at milfordpolicede.org/tips.
A Harrington woman was arrested on child abuse charges after police say she beat a 9-year-old with a belt, so badly that it left bruises.
According to the Harrington Police Department, on Monday, Feb. 14, officers arrested 50-year-old Ericka D. Maddox as the result of a child abuse investigation.
In January, the Harrington Police Department received reports of a possible child abuse at a home on Thorpe Street in Harrington.
During the course of the investigation, with the assistance of the Child Advocacy Center, officers learned that a 9-year-old child was allegedly hit with a belt on multiple occasions by Maddox. Police also determined that the victim sustained bruising after being hit with the belt.
A warrant was obtained for Maddox’s arrest. She later turned herself into the Harrington Police Department. She was processed and arraigned on charged of 3rd Degree Child Abuse and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. She was released on her own recognizance pending a future court appearance.
50-year-old Robert Eye, of Georgetown, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
Police are searching for a wanted Georgetown man who they say pulled a gun on a local homeowner after he was found inside a camper located on their property.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred Tuesday afternoon when troopers were called to respond to the 23000 block of Asbury Road for a weapons complaint.
Police arrived and learned that a male resident had walked to a camper that was being stored on the property to check on it. When he opened the camper door, he discovered 50-year-old Robert Eye inside.
Robert pointed a handgun at the man, who then ran back inside for cover, according to police. It’s unknown whether Robert stayed inside the camper after the incident or fled the area. He is familiar with the property and has been told before he is not to be there, police emphasized.
Troopers tried to get Robert to exit the camper numerous times but were unsuccessful. A search warrant was obtained and executed on the camper by the Delaware State Police Special Operations Response Team. However, Robert was not located inside at the time the warrant was executed.
An arrest warrant was obtained for Robert for the following charges: Aggravated Menacing (Felony), Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), and Trespass 3rd Degree. A computer inquiry also determined Robert has an active arrest warrant out of Delaware State Police Troop 5.
Robert Eye is described as a white male, 50-year-old, 6’00” tall, approximately 196 lbs., brown eyes, and brown hair. He may currently be located in Sussex County.
The incident is being investigated by the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit. Anyone with information regarding Robert’s whereabouts is asked to contact Det. Dustin Yencer by calling 302-752-3791 or 9-1-1. Information may also be sent to Det. Yencer through the Delaware State Police Facebook Messenger. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.
34-year-old Emmanuel Vargas-Lopez, of Lincoln, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Lincoln man was arrested after police say they found a plethora of drugs in Frederica.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, around 2:16 p.m., Saturday troopers were dispatched to reports of suspicious activity in the 100 block of Holly Drive in High Point Mobile Home Park. The 911 caller was requesting police help remove a man from her property after he failed to leave after being instructed to do so multiple times.
When troopers arrived, police say they made contact with 34-year-old Emmanuel Vargas-Lopez who was still trespassing on the property.
As Lopez was taken into custody, police say he began resisting arrest and tried to head-butt the arresting officers. At the same time, he allegedly attempted to swallow a bag of heroin to destroy evidence.
Lopez was ultimately taken into custody and during a search the following items were located: 102 Oxycodone Hydrochloride pills, 6 Acetaminophen/Xanax pills, 3.46 grams of suspected counterfeit-controlled-substance heroin, 4.48 grams of suspected counterfeit-controlled-substance cocaine, and five crystal rocks suspected to be methamphetamine.
Before Lopez trespassed on Holly Drive, police say he used a firearm while driving past homes in the community and fired two rounds into the air. An examination of the crime scene was conducted, and spent shell casings were discovered in the roadway. In the same area, two individuals were standing outside in close proximity to where the shootings occurred.
Lopez’s vehicle was located parked in the area and two black handguns with extended magazines were observed in plain view, according to police.
Lopez was charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony), Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Person Prohibited (Felony), Tampering With Physical Evidence (Felony) (Two Counts)- Reckless Endangering Second Degree, Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Criminal Trespass Third Degree. He was arraigned and released after posting a $25,601 secured bond.
Randy Rangel, 26, of Greenwood, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Greenwood man was arrested after police say he crashed into a patrol vehicle while driving drunk down Coastal Highway in Rehoboth.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 6:16 p.m., Wednesday troopers were dispatched to a reckless driving complaint on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth.
A white Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck was reportedly weaving all over the roadway before turning into the parking lot of the Fairfield Inn, according to police. The male driver then exited the pickup truck and began vomiting before getting back into the driver’s seat and again began traveling northbound on Coastal Highway.
A trooper responded to the area and located the Silverado. As troopers began to slow in an effort to get behind the suspect vehicle, the operator failed to signal as it crossed into the center lane and struck the rear left of the patrol vehicle with its front right side.
Troopers activated their emergency equipment in an effort to conduct a traffic stop, but the driver, later identified as 26-year-old Randy Rangel, of Greenwood, continued to travel northbound for several hundred more feet before coming to a controlled stop at the entrance to Bethany Blues restaurant.
As troopers approached the truck, Rangel was ordered out of the vehicle. Police say he displayed signs of driving under the influence of alcohol and a DUI investigation ensued. He was arrested at the scene and an inventory search of the vehicle was conducted.
Located in the Silverado were a Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm handgun and a magazine with 11 rounds of ammunition. A computer inquiry revealed that Rangel does not have a permit to carry a concealed deadly weapon lawfully.
Rangel was charged with Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony), Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Reckless Driving, Failure to Have Insurance ID in Possession, Drive Motor Vehicle at Slow Speed Impeding Flow of Traffic, Driving Across a Median, Driver Must Wear Properly Adjusted and Fastened Seatbelt (Civil Violation), Failure to Remain Within a Single Lane, Failure to Signal, Inattentive Driving, and Parked or Stopped in the Direction of Traffic Flow (Civil Violation). He was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court, issued an $11,650 unsecured bond, and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on a $500 secured bond for an active capias out of Sussex County Court of Common Pleas.
Wyoming- Delaware State Police are conducting a homicide investigation that occurred early this morning in Wyoming.
On February 6, 2022, at approximately 3:01 a.m., troopers and officers from Wyoming Police Department and Camden Police Department responded to a residence located on South Caesar Rodney Avenue, Wyoming, DE in reference a shooting incident. Responding troopers and officers located a 37-year-old male, lying directly in front of the residence suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was transported by ambulance to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Identification of the victim is pending notification to the next of kin.
The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit took over the investigation of the incident.
There is currently no suspect information available.
This case remains an active and ongoing investigation being conducted by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective Csapo by calling 302-741-2729. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.com.
Laurel, DE- Delaware State Police arrested Tradon Mccants, 31, of Laurel, Sunday night for home invasion and related charges.
On January 30, 2022, at approximately 8:20 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the 30000 block of Discount Land Rd. for a home invasion in progress. Upon arrival, officers located the male suspect standing inside the residence’s front door. After multiple commands, the male, identified as Tradon Mccants, exited the home and was taken into custody. A search of Tradon’s person was conducted incident to arrested and a concealed folding knife and drug paraphernalia were located. The investigation determined two female residents were inside the home when they heard a knock on the front door. When they went to see who was there, they observed a male subject, later identified as Tradon Mccants, wearing a hoodie and holding a blanket standing outside. Tradon then ran and hit the wooden front door, causing glass on the door to shatter and open quickly, striking one of the females. The two residents ran to a window and climbed out to getaway. They then hid outside as they called 9-1-1 and waited for the police to arrive. When Tradon was in the home, he damaged property inside one of the bedrooms. The female residents were uninjured during the incident. Tradon sustained minor injuries that did not require medical attention. He was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 5 and charged with the following crimes:
Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Burglary First Degree (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Criminal Mischief Over $1,000
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Offensive Touching
Tradon was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $62,200.00 secured bond.
Emner Morales-Garcia and Yony Morales-Garcia (Left to Right) – Delaware State Police
Two suspects have been in arrested in connection with a double homicide in Georgetown where police say two men were shot at a local restaurant.
According to Delaware State Police, around 7:28 p.m., Saturday the Georgetown Police Department and troopers responded to El Nopalito Restaurant on DuPont Blvd for reports that two people had been shot at the business.
During the course of the investigation, police say they learned that Yony Morales-Garcia, 22, and Emner Morales-Garcia, 21, both of Georgetown, had been asked to leave the restaurant earlier in the night due to their disorderly behavior and having a dispute with other patrons.
Both suspects reportedly returned to the business, wearing masks, according to police. One of the suspects approached a 31-year-old Armando Vicente Chilel Lopez and removed a necklace from his neck.
Police say the Lopez then lunged at the suspect who stole the necklace, at which time the second suspect, pulled out a handgun from his waistband and shot the victim.
During the course of the suspects fleeing the restaurant, police say the second suspect fired a second round into the dining area which struck a 28-year-old man, later identified as Honorio Velasquez. He sustained a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
Lopez was transported to an area hospital with a gunshot wound where he later died as a result of his injuries.
Through investigative measures, Delaware State Police and the Georgetown Police Department were able to identify Yony Morales-Garcia and Emner Morales-Garcia as the suspects. On Thursday, January 27, arrest warrants were obtained for the suspects with the charges of (2 counts) Murder First Degree (Felony) , Robbery First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Carrying a Concealed Deafly Weapon (Felony), and Conspiracy 1st (Felony).
At approximately 5:30 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted and a search warrant was executed by the Delaware State Police at the 17000 block of Windward Blvd in Milford.
During the stop and the execution of the search warrant, both suspects were taken into custody without incident and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 7 where they were charged and arraigned. Both men were committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution in default of $2,120,000 cash bond.
A double homicide investigation is underway in Georgetown after police say two armed suspects shot two men at a restaurant after they were told to leave.
According to Delaware State Police, around 7:28 p.m., Saturday the Georgetown Police Department and troopers responded to El Nopalito Restaurant on DuPont Blvd for reports that two people had been shot at the business.
During the course of the investigation, police say they learned that a group of Hispanic males had been asked to leave the restaurant earlier in the night due to their disorderly behavior and having a dispute with other patrons.
Two of the men that were previously asked to leave returned to the business, both wearing masks, according to police. One of the suspects approached a 31-year-old man and removed a necklace from his neck.
Police say the victim lunged at the suspect who stole the necklace, at which time the second suspect pulled out a handgun from his waistband and shot the victim.
During the course of the suspects fleeing the restaurant, police say the second suspect fired a second round into the dining area which struck a 28-year-old man. He sustained a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
The 31-year-old victim was transported to an area hospital with a gunshot wound where he later died as a result of his injuries.
The suspects have only been described as two Hispanic males.
The case remains an active and ongoing by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective Grassi by calling 302-365-8441 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.com.
Donald W. Demby and Elijere Ingram (Left to Right) – Delaware State Police Dept.
A pair of Kent County men were arrested and charged with multiple drug-related felonies after police say they were found with heroin, crack cocaine, over 140 MDMA pills, and other drugs in Dover.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, on Tuesday, Jan. 11, a search warrant was executed at a residence in the 200 block of President Drive. As a result of the search, police say the following items belonging to 41-year-old Elijere Ingram, of Dover, were located inside: 330.15 grams of marijuana, 2.43 grams of heroin, 3.61 grams of crystal meth, drug paraphernalia, and approximately $711 in suspected drug proceeds.
When troopers initially responded to the home, Ingram, 44-year-old Donald Demby, of Magnolia, and a 40-year-old Magnolia man were located in the front yard.
Discovered on Demby’s person were 149 MDMA Pills, 13.89 grams of cocaine, 64.39 grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and $482 in suspected drug proceeds, according to police.
Both Ingram and Demby were taken into custody without incident and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 3. The 40-year-old Magnolia man was not charged with any crimes.
Ingram was charged with Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony), Two Counts- Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $16,700 cash bond.
Demby was charged with Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony), Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $46,000 cash bond.
35-year-old Jeremy Showell, of Laurel, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Laurel man was arrested on three counts of felony assault after police say he fought three state troopers, punching each of them in the head as he resisted arrest over a warrant issued for shoplifting.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, shortly after 8 p.m., Wednesday troopers responded to reports of a domestic incident at a home in the 28000 block of Seaford Road.
Troopers arrived and were advised that 35-year-old Jeremy Showell was acting disorderly in the home and had an active warrant from Laurel Police Department for shoplifting.
Police located Showell in the backyard, at which point police say he was advised that he was being placed under arrest, but failed to comply with commands to place his hands behind his back.
Showell was again directed to put his hands behind his back, at which time police say he initially appeared to comply, but instead punched a trooper in the face with a closed fist, causing a minor injury before he fled on foot from officers.
Police say Showell failed to comply with commands to stop running, and the trooper deployed his divisionally issued taser, which was ineffective.
Troopers again tried to take Showell into custody, at which time police say Showell punched another trooper in the face with a closed fist, causing minor injuries. Again, attempts to get Showell to comply were unsuccessful and he continued to resist arrest, according to police.
Police continued to try and take Showell into custody when he allegedly punched a third trooper in the head with a closed fist, causing minor injuries.
The three troopers were finally able to take Showell into custody and did not require medical attention.
Showell was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 5, where he was charged with three counts of 2nd Degree Assault and Resisting Arrest with Force. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $32,500 cash bond.
Delaware State Senator Darius Brown has been found not guilty.
Senator Brown was in court Wednesday for the first day of his trial on charges that he assaulted a woman at a restaurant in Wilmington. He was charged with offensive touching and disorderly conduct after he allegedly struck a woman he had been dating periodically over the course of the past 12 years.
Prosecutors say Brown hit the woman with an open fist and threw a drink in her direction this past May after the two allegedly got into an argument over a Facebook post that showed her with another man.
Several witnesses testified that they heard the commotion in the restaurant and saw a visibly upset Brown, but no one reportedly witnessed him physically hitting the victim. A video was also played in court that did not show the actual assault, but instead reportedly showed an obstructed view of the incident with Brown’s back facing the camera.
According to prosecutors, Brown reportedly felt bad about the altercation and anonymously sent white roses to the woman which was later traced traced back to Brown.
The verdict was announced Thursday afternoon and Brown has been acquitted of all charges.
Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash in Felton.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred shortly after 11 p.m., Wednesday as a 2011 Nissan Rogue was traveling southbound on South DuPont Highway in the left lane, just north of Peach Basket Road.
At the same time, a 55-year-old Harrington woman was near the center of the left lane when the Nissan struck her with its front bumper.
The vehicle continued southbound a short distance and stopped in the left lane of South DuPont Highway, just south of Peach Basket Road.
The 55-year-old Harrington woman was dressed in dark clothing and was not carrying a light. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
The 17-year-old driver is also from Harrington. She was uninjured during the collision.
South DuPont Highway was closed for approximately three hours while the crash was investigated and later cleared.
21-year-old Jhareed Alexander Ayers – Delaware State Police Dept.
Delaware State Police are searching for a Sussex County man wanted in connection with a home invasion where he allegedly beat and robbed a man in Lewes.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred on December 16, as 21-year-old Jhareed Alexander Ayers was involved in a home invasion on Needle Drive in Lewes.
A 57-year-old male was held at gunpoint and then physically assaulted during the home invasion before an undisclosed amount of money was stolen from the home, according to police.
Three juveniles were present inside the home during the incident and were not injured. The 57-year-old male victim received minor injuries but did not require medical attention.
As a result of this incident, Jhareed is wanted for Home Invasion Burglary First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony), Aggravated Menacing (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony), Assault Third Degree, and three counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child.
On December 22, police say Jhareed was involved in another incident, this time on Duffy Street in Rehoboth Beach, trying to locate an acquaintance. When unsuccessful, he pointed a firearm at an individual outside and demanded they help him find the person.
When Jhareed was unsuccessful in locating the individual, he fled the area. The victim was not injured. As a result of the incident, Jhareed is wanted for Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), Offensive Touching, and Aggravated Menacing (Felony).
Jhareed also has an active capias for Failure to Pay out of Sussex County Court of Common Pleas.
Jhareed is described as a black male, 5’9″, 180 lbs., black hair and brown eyes. Police say he is possibly in the Cool Springs area.
Anyone with information regarding Jhareed’s whereabouts is urged to contact Delaware State Police Troop 7 by calling 302-644-5020 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.
A Millsboro teen has been arrested and charged with 1st Degree Murder Blades, Delaware.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, around 10:49 p.m., June 19 troopers were dispatched to a shots fired complaint in the area of E. 4th Street in Blades.
During the investigation, troopers discovered a 20-year-old male lying on the side of the road with an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Detectives identified the suspect an obtained a warrant for his arrest. On Thursday, December 30 troopers responded to the Ferris School, a secure facility where the suspect was currently being held.
At the facility, the juvenile male was charged with Murder 1st Degree, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, Robbery 1st Degree, and Possession of a Firearm by Person Prohibited. He was arraigned in the Family Court and remained in the custody of The Division of Youth Rehabilitative Services on $130,000 cash bond.
Dajuan Sheppard, 20, Millsboro, DE – Seaford Police Dept.
A Millsboro man was arrested after police say a traffic stop turned up drugs and a firearm in Seaford.
According to Seaford Police, around 1:44 p.m. on Christmas Eve, officers tried to pull over 20-year-old Dajuan Sheppard, for driving on a suspended license.
Sheppard would not pull the car over and a short chase ensued that ended on Beech Street with his arrest.
Police say Sheppard was found to be in possession of a loaded 9 mm handgun and a search of the vehicle turned up 46 grams of marijuana.
Sheppard was arraigned on a slew of charges and committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of more then $67,000 cash only bail.
Ronald Donaway, 74, Millsboro, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
New, disturbing details were revealed through court documents in the case of 74-year-old Ronald Donaway, a Millsboro man charged with brutally murdering his ex-wife.
According to court documents, Donaway told police “kill me now, because I will not surrender my weapons.”
Police made contact with Donaway as he tried leaving Abbys Way in Bridgeville where he allegedly fired multiple rounds into the home of his 70-year-old ex-wife, Hilda Donaway, who, according to the arrest warrant, was found on the kitchen floor with apparent gunshot wounds to her head and upper body.
The incident occurred around 6:18 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 22 when police were called to the 11000 block of Abbys Way for reports of a shooting. The investigation revealed Ronald Donaway showed up at the home, which was occupied at the time by his ex-wife Hilda and her 23-year-old grandson. The grandson was able to flee the scene through a bedroom window and was uninjured.
While outside, Donaway began shooting with a rifle into the windows of the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms.
Several neighbors called police when they heard the gunfire ring out and, according to the arrest warrant, witnessed Ronald Donaway firing rounds from the rifle into the home.
Ronald Donaway tried to flee the scene in his vehicle, according to police, but was stopped at the entrance of the community. According to the arrest warrant, when police approached him they noticed visible signs of blood on his hands.
“I killed her, what are you going to do,” Donaway told police as they approached the vehicle, court documents revealed. He then got out of the car and told troopers “kill me now, because I will not surrender my weapons.”
Donaway was taken into custody. While on the way to the police station, court documents reveal that Donaway made several statements to police, all of which were caught on mobile video, including “go ahead and kill me, shoot. I was planning on dying here with her tonight.”
Police would later interview the grandson who, according to the arrest warrant, said that his grandfather threatened to kill both him and his grandmother on numerous occasions. He then told police that his grandfather would show up at the home multiple times for no apparent reason, and that he owned several firearms, including an AR-15 rifle.
The gunshots and evidence collected at the scene are consistent with an AR-15 rifle, according to court documents, that is the weapon believed to have been used in the murder. The firearm was found in the front passenger seat inside the vehicle that Ronald Donaway was driving.
Ronald Donaway has been charged with Murder First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Home Invasion (Felony), and Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony). He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution in default of a $900,000.00 cash bond.
(Left to Right) : Joshua Daniels, 25, of Lincoln, DE – Malik Rothwell, 24, of Ellendale, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
Two men were arrested after police say they attacked two people early Christmas morning outside the Big Chill Surf Cantina in Rehoboth.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 1 a.m., Saturday, December 25 as troopers were dispatched to the Big Chill Surf Cantina on Coastal Highway for reports of a fight in progress.
Police say initial reports indicated that two individuals were struck in the face with a pistol and one suspect fired a weapon.
The suspects reportedly fled the scene in a red Mitsubishi Outback SUV before troopers arrived, according to police.
As a trooper was traveling southbound on Coastal Highway, the suspect’s vehicle was spotted turning onto Coastal Highway as they left the parking lot of the Big Chill Surf Cantina. Troopers initiated a traffic stop and a strong odor of marijuana was detected.
As trooper’s approached the vehicle, the front seat passenger, 25-year-old Joshua Daniels, of Lincoln, exited the vehicle. When police tried to take him into custody, he tried to flee and reportedly resisted arrest.
Daniels was taken into custody and searched, at which time police say they located a 9mm bullet.
At the same time, the rear passenger, 24-year-old Malik Rothwell, of Ellendale, exited the vehicle and was unsuccessful in trying to flee the scene, according to police. He was apprehended and placed under arrest.
Once the suspects were in custody, a search of the vehicle was conducted and police located a Ruger EC9S 9mm semiautomatic handgun with 8 9mm rounds in the gun’s magazine, approximately 6.02 grams of marijuana, a Colt Detective Special .38 special revolver containing 5 loaded .38 special rounds, a .38 special casing, and 0.077 grams of Heroin.
Police launched an immediate investigation which they say discovered that a 23-year-old female and 23-year-old male were leaving the Big Chill Surf Cantina when they were confronted by Daniels and Rothwell. An argument ensued, which resulted in Daniels striking the male victim in the head with a closed fist multiple times.
As the female victim tried to break up the fight, Daniels began physically assaulting the female before Daniels and Rothwell brandished firearms, at which point police say they pointed it at them and threatened to kill them, according to police.
Daniels then allegedly struck the victims in the face with the handgun. During the fight, police say Rothwell pointed a gun in the air and fired one round before the suspects fled the scene in the red SUV, which police later stopped.
Daniels was charged with three counts- Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), two counts- Assault Second Degree (Felony), two counts- Aggravated Menacing (Felony), Conspiracy First Degree (Felony), Terroristic Threatening, Resisting Arrest, and Possession of Marijuana- Civil Violation. He was arraigned and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $84,100 secured bond.
Rothwell was charged with three counts- Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), two counts- Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony), two counts- Aggravated Menacing (Felony), Conspiracy First Degree (Felony), Terroristic Threatening, Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on a $107,200 secured bond.
Ronald Donaway, 74, Bridgeville, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
Delaware State Police have released the mugshot of the Bridgeville man charged with the murder of his ex-wife who police say he shot and killed after he fired multiple rounds from a rifle into her home.
According to Delaware State Police, around 6:18 p.m., Wednesday troopers were dispatched to the 11000 block of Abbys Way for reports of a shooting.
The investigation revealed 74-year-old Ronald Donaway showed up at the home, which was occupied at the time by his 70-year-old ex-wife and her 23-year-old grandson.
While outside, Donaway began shooting with a rifle into the windows of the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. The 70-year-old woman was struck by gunfire in the kitchen where she died from her wounds.
As Donaway was shooting into the home, the grandson fled out a bedroom window to escape and was uninjured.
Police say Donaway entered the home for a short period of time and then fled the area in a black Kia.
As troopers were responding to the scene, a traffic stop was conducted on Donaway’s vehicle at the entrance of the community and he was taken into custody without incident.
Donaway was charged with Murder First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Home Invasion (Felony), and Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony). He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution in default of a $900,000.00 cash bond.
Richard Howard, 37, Frankford, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Frankford man was arrested after police say he threw a cell a phone at this stepfather and then assaulted troopers when they tried to arrest him.
According to Delaware State Police, around 9:15 p.m., Wednesday troopers were dispatched to the 34000 block of Echo Ct. for a domestic related complaint.
Police arrived and determined 37-year-old Richard Howard had thrown a cell phone at his stepfather, causing a minor physical injury.
When two troopers assigned to Delaware State Police Troop 4 tried to take Howard into custody, police say he resisted arrest with force.
During a significant struggle, police say troopers were struck multiple times by Howard causing minor injuries before eventually being taken into custody. The troopers did not require medical attention and Howard was not injured during the altercation.
Howard was charged with Resisting Arrest With Force (Felony), Two Counts- Assault Third Degree, and Offensive Touching to Law Enforcement. He was arraigned and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $7,000 secured bond.
A Millsboro man has been arrested on murder charges after police say he shot his ex-wife as he fired multiple rounds from a rifle into her home.
According to Delaware State Police, around 6:18 p.m., Wednesday troopers were dispatched to the 11000 block of Abbys Way for reports of a shooting.
The investigation revealed 74-year-old Ronald Donaway showed up at the home, which was occupied at the time by his 70-year-old ex-wife and her 23-year-old grandson.
While outside, Donaway began shooting with a rifle into the windows of the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms.
The 70-year-old woman was struck by gunfire in the kitchen where she died from her wounds.
As Donaway was shooting into the home, the grandson fled out a bedroom window to escape and was uninjured.
Police say Donaway entered the home for a short period of time and then fled the area in a black Kia.
As troopers were responding to the scene, a traffic stop was conducted on Donaway’s vehicle at the entrance of the community and he was taken into custody without incident.
Donaway was charged with Murder First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Home Invasion (Felony), and Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony). He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution in default of a $900,000.00 cash bond.
At the time of this release, there is no mugshot available.
Delaware State Police are continuing their investigation into a shooting in Rehoboth Beach and are asking for the public’s help identifying the suspect allegedly involved.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 12 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 21 as troopers responded to The Pond Bar and Grill on Coastal Highway for reports of people fighting in the parking lot.
Within two minutes, Sussex County Emergency Operations Center (9-1-1) updated the responding troopers that shots were fired.
When police arrived they learned one male victim had been shot during the commotion, but had already left the area in a privately owned vehicle and traveled to Beebe Medical Center for a non-life threatening gunshot wound to his leg. No other victims were located, according to police.
A search of the crime scene was conducted and 32 shell casings were located in the parking lot. Two vehicles were struck as well as the front window of the bar, according to police. It was later determined that a round struck a second floor room in the Comfort Inn next door.
Later that morning, around 12:24 a.m., police say another call was received by the Emergency Operations Center advising there were shots fired at the Wawa on Wolfe Neck Road in Rehoboth. In this incident, there were no reported victims of the gunfire and several empty shell casings were located outside the business in the parking lot.
Anyone with information on the identity of the suspects involved are urged to contact police.
32-year-old Michael A Johnson, of Selbyville, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Selbyville man was arrested after police say a search warrant led to the discovery of illegal firearms and heroin.
According to Delaware State Police, around 4:21 p.m., Tuesday troopers executed a search warrant at the home of 32-year-old Michael A Johnson on Cordgrass Circle.
Three children, ages 3, 7, and 16 were inside of the home at the time of the search warrant, according to police. The search led to the discovery of a stolen black Arex Slovenia 9 mm handgun, a Marlin Firearms Co .22 caliber rifle, a Smith and Wesson M&P 15-22 Rifle, numerous boxes of ammunition, approximately .21 grams of heroin, and one liquid THC vape cartridge.
Johnson was taken into custody and charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony ) – 3 Counts, Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 3 Counts, Knowingly Operate a Clandestine Laboratory (Felony), Possession of Ammunition by Person Prohibited (Felony ) – 6 Counts, Manufacture/Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony), Possession of a Weapon with Removed Serial Number (Felony), Receiving a Stolen Firearm (Felony), Endangering the Welfare of a Child by Committing a Drug Offense – 3 Counts, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Not Related to Personal Use Quantity Marijuana, and Possession of Marijuana – Personal Use Quantity (Civil Violation).
Johnson was arraigned and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $170,300 cash bond.
36-year-old Abel Ramirez-Lopez, of Lincoln, DE – Delaware State Police
A Lincoln man was arrested on felony charges after police say he beat and injured a woman during an argument.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 12:30 a.m., Saturday when troopers responded to Bogan Drive in Lincoln for reports of an assault.
Troopers arrived and determined 36-year-old Abel Ramirez-Lopez got into an argument with a 25-year-old female acquaintance, according to police, which escalated into a physical altercation.
During the incident, police say Abel struck the victim in the face multiple times and slammed her head against a table.
The victim sustained a laceration and injuries to the head from the incident and was treated at an area hospital.
There were four children present in the residence, none of whom were injured.
Abel was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree (Felony) and Endangering the Welfare of a Child – 4 counts. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $14,000 cash bond.
The Laurel School District closed schools Thursday after a series of threats circulated on social media.
Out of an abundance of caution, the district’s superintendent, Shawn Larrimore, announced Wednesday evening that he would be closing schools for Thursday, December 9, 2021.
“The Laurel School District will be closing due to numerous reports of threats circulating on social media. Law enforcement has been notified and is investigating,” Larrimore stated. “While continuing our students’ education is highly important, keeping our students and staff safe is our top priority. So, again, out of an abundance of caution, all Laurel schools will be closed for tomorrow.”
The nature of the threats are unclear at this time; however, police are investigating and Larrimore has promised to provide an update to families Thursday afternoon.
Urundi Harris, 43, of Seaford, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Seaford man was arrested after police say he falsified paperwork to illegally purchase a gun he was prohibited from possessing in the first place.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 4 p.m., Saturday, November 6, when troopers responded to a residence in the 27000 block of Hollyhock Lane in Seaford, for reports of a domestic disturbance.
During the investigation, police say 43-year-old Urundi Harris indicated he had recently purchased a firearm.
Police discovered Harris was prohibited from purchasing, possessing, or owning a firearm. With the assistance of the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Task Force (ATF), and State Bureau of Identification (SBI), police say it was learned that he falsified paperwork when purchasing the weapon.
The investigation concluded on December 8, according to police, at which point Harris was taken into custody at a home in Seaford.
A search warrant of the home was executed and the illegally purchased handgun was recovered along with five magazines and ammunition.
Harris was transported to Troop 5, where he was charged with Intentionally Makes False Oral or Written Statements Intended or Likely to Deceive the Licensee in Purchase of a Firearm (Felony). He was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court 2 and released on his own recognizance.
32-year-old Troy Smith, of Delmar, Maryland – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Delmar man was arrested on drug and weapons charges after police say a traffic stop turned up heroin, pills, and an illegal handgun in Seaford.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 7:51 p.m., Friday when a trooper on routine patrol on Concord Road in the area of Concord Pond Road spotted a red Mitsubishi Eclipse traveling without proper lighting above its registration plate.
A traffic stop was initiated, at which time police say contact was made with the driver and sole occupant, 32-year-old Troy Smith, of Delmar, Maryland. Suspected drugs were viewed in plain sight inside the vehicle, according to police.
Police obtained probable cause, searched the vehicle, and allegedly discovered a loaded Smith & Wesson 9mm handgun, .007 grams of heroin, four Hydrocodone pills, and drug paraphernalia. A computer inquiry showed Smith was prohibited from possessing a weapon and has a suspended license, according to police.
Smith was charged with Possession of a Firearm by Person Prohibited (Felony), Possession of a Controlled Substance – 2 counts, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia- 2 counts, Driving with a Suspended License, and Failure to Have a Registration Plate Light. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $10,950 cash bond.
Delaware State Police are investigating a series of shootings Sunday morning in Rehoboth Beach.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred just after midnight, Sunday as troopers were called to respond to The Pond Bar and Grill on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth for reports of fighting in the parking lot.
Within two minutes, police say dispatchers notified responding troopers that shots had been fired.
Police arrived and discovered that one male victim had been shot during the commotion, but had already left the scene and drove to Beebe Medical Center where he was treated with a gunshot wound to his leg.
The wound is considered to be non-life-threatening and there were no other victims, police said.
A search of the crime scene was conducted and 32 shell casings were located in the parking lot. Two vehicles were struck as well as the front window of the bar. Police later determined that one of the rounds struck a second floor room in the Comfort Inn just next door.
Police say a second call was received around 12:24 a.m. advising that shots had been fired at the Wawa on Wolfe Neck Road in Rehoboth. There were no reported victims and several empty shell casings were located outside the business in the parking lot.
Due to the short time frame between the two incidents, police believe the shootings may be linked.
There are no surveillance photographs or suspect information available at this time. The investigation is ongoing.
A pair of Sussex County men were arrested after police say they stole bicycles from Walmart.
According to Delaware State Police, around 4:47 a.m., Monday troopers on patrol on John J. Williams Highway, just west of Mulberry Knoll Road, spotted a gray Dodge Ram pickup truck heading westbound with a large number of bicycles in the bed of the truck and one being dragged behind the truck.
Police tried to pull the vehicle over but a chase ensued that ended with the truck becoming disabled west of Banks Road.
After the truck finally stopped, police say 52-year-old Leon N. Fraizer, of Ellendale, got out of the driver’s side door and arrested without incident. A search of Fraizer was conducted and troopers found drug paraphernalia, according to police. A computer inquiry also discovered his license was suspended.
55-year-old Steven L. Hickman, of Frankford, DE
52-year-old Leon N. Fraizer, of Ellendale, DE
55-year-old Steven L. Hickman, of Frankford, exited the passenger’s side of the car and was arrested, according to police. Both suspects were transported to Troop 7.
While en route to the police station, troopers were notified by dispatch that the Walmart in Rehoboth reported that a large number of bicycles had been stolen.
Located in plain view of the truck bed were approximately $1,950 in bikes with Walmart price tags, according to police.
Police launched a criminal investigation and determined the bikes had been stolen from the exterior of the Walmart sometime before troopers spotted the truck traveling on John J. Williams Highway.
Fraizer was charged with Theft $1,500 or Greater, 2nd Degree Conspiracy, Disregarding a Police Officer Signal, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Criminal Mischief under $1,500, Driving While Suspended, Failure to Have Insurance in Possession, and multiple traffic violations. He was arraigned and released on $5,500 unsecured bond.
Hickman was charged with Theft $1,500 or Greater, 2nd Degree Conspiracy, and Criminal Mischief under $1,500. He was arraigned and also released on $2,500 unsecured bond.
A Hockessin man was arrested on felony theft charges after police say he stole an HVAC furnace from a home in Lewes.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 5:42 p.m., Monday when troopers were called to a residence under construction on the 31000 block of Carvel Road in Lewes for a burglary complaint.
The investigation determined the suspect allegedly removed an HVAC furnace from inside the garage.
Through investigative measures, troopers identified 39-year-old Christopher Sarver as the suspect. Troopers then responded to his residence in Hockessin and took him into custody.
The HVAC furnace has not been recovered at this time.
Sarver was transported to Troop 2 where he was charged with Burglary Third Degree (Felony), Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony), and Selling Stolen Property Over $1500 (Felony). He was arraigned and released on his own recognizance.
A high-speed chase ends with the arrest of two people on drug charges in Seaford.
According to the Seaford Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m., Sunday when officers spotted a vehicle being operated by a person wanted on felony warrants.
When police tried to pull the vehicle over, a chase ensued through downtown Seaford.
The pursuit continued Northbound on Bridgeville Highway and then onto Hearns Pond Road where police witnessed the suspects throwing items out of the car.
Delaware State Police were able to assist with road spikes, successfully ending the chase, at which time the driver, Tionne Austin, and passenger, Margarette Derosiers, both of Federalsburg, Maryland, were taken into custody.
A search of the area where the items were discarded turned up 21 grams of crack cocaine, 84 grams of powder cocaine, 19 grams of marijuana, and a loaded 9 mm handgun.
Both suspects have been charged with a slew of drug charges and were committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution.
Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that damaged a business in Laurel.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 7:36 a.m., Tuesday when employees of Todd’s Income Tax arrived at work to discover the building had been damaged by gunshots.
Troopers investigating the incident discovered several shell casings on Commercial Lane and three bullet holes in the building.
The incident occurred after the business closed at 5 p.m. on Monday, before employees returned to work Tuesday morning. There was no one in the building when the incident occurred.
The case remains an active investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective Donald Hickman by calling 302-752-3856 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.
52-year-old Catherine Dorczuk, of New Castle, DE – Harrington PD
A New Castle woman was arrested for her third DUI offense in Harrington.
According to the Harrington Police Department, shortly before 11 p.m., Tuesday officers patrolling South DuPont Highway stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation.
Officers then made contact with the driver, identified as 52-year-old Catherine Dorczuk, at which time an odor of alcohol was smelled coming from the vehicle along with alcohol bottles that were in plain view inside the car.
Police administered a standardized field sobriety test and Dorczuk was taken into custody.
A vehicle search was conducted and police located drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle.
Dorczuk was transported to the Harrington Police Department for processing. A computer check revealed she had two previous DUI convictions dating back to 1995. She was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 7 and was charged with 3rd Offense Driving under the Influence of Alcohol (Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Speeding. She was then committed to the Sussex Correctional Institute in default of $3,501 cash only bond.
Police are investigating after the Frederica Senior Center, for the second time, had parts stolen from their buses.
The senior center shared surveillance footage of the incident Monday which shows see thieves pulling up to the buses and then manipulating their way under the vehicles to steal catalytic converters.
TV Delmarva’s Rob Petree spoke with the center’s executive director, Renee Hoffman who said it’s a shame that someone would do something like this to senior citizens.
“I immediately called 911 and got an officer to come out here, went back and reviewed the video surveillance and we seen two suspects, two white males, one large and one small, parked in a Chevrolet car behind the bus, and you can see them with a flashlight under the bus cutting off the catalytic converter,” Hoffman explained. “The problem is these seniors depend on our transportation to come here to the center because a lot of times this is the only meal they get during the day, and it’s imperative we get them fed, socialized, and it’s just a shame somebody would do that to a senior.”
Several months ago, the very same theft occurred at the center, which has staff frustrated because the suspects in that case were never found and then months later they’re hit again.
Anyone with any information on the identity of the suspects involved are urged to contact police.
Delaware State Police Homicide Unit arrested Marcus Bailey, 18, of Wilmington, for the homicide that took place Thursday afternoon in the Capitol Park community in Dover.
