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  • State Police Arrest Two Wilmington Men Following Home Invasion-Robbery and Pursuit in Kent County – Searching for Third Suspect

    Delaware State Police have arrested 19-year-old Dylan Charles and 22-year-old Quincey Thomas, both of Wilmington, Delaware, following a home invasion-robbery and pursuit that occurred yesterday in Kent County. A third unknown suspect remains at-large.

    On November 11, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., troopers responded to the 100 block of East Chimney Top Lane in Felton for a report of a home invasion-robbery. The preliminary investigation revealed that two men, identified as Dylan Charles and Quincey Thomas, who were known by the female that answered the door, as friends of a 17-year-old male resident. Once inside, Charles and Thomas, confronted the teenage male, demanded money, and threatened him with a handgun. The female who answered the door heard what was going on, retrieved a rifle, and confronted Charles and Thomas. The suspects took the rifle, pointed it at her, and demanded her money. Two children were in the house at the time, one barricaded themself in a bedroom, and the other ran to a neighbor’s house. Charles and Thomas fled from the residence, with the firearms and money, in a white Infiniti QX5. The 17-year-old male victim and the two children were not hurt. The female victim suffered a minor injury.

    Responding troopers saw the Infiniti on State Route 12 and tried to pull it over, but it sped away. During the pursuit, the Infiniti, driven by Thomas, drove in a reckless and careless manner on several area Kent County roads and firearms were seen being thrown from the SUV along State Route 1. They were later recovered. The Infiniti ultimately came to a stop after stop sticks were deployed, and the SUV crashed into the center median cable barricade and then a guardrail on the shoulder on State Route 1 near Little Creek Road. Thomas, Charles, and a third unknown black male suspect fled from the SUV. Thomas and Charles were taken into custody, but the third suspect was not located. Detectives are working to identify and locate him.

    The firearms that were recovered were the victim’s rifle and a handgun, with no serial number, that was used by the suspects during the robbery. During a search of the Infiniti, troopers found approximately 1,595.9 grams of marijuana.

    Charles was taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $150,000 cash bond.

    Dylan Charles

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    • Robbery First Degree – Display What Appears to be a Deadly Weapon (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm/Destructive Weapon If Previously Convicted of A Violent Felony (Felony)
    • Home Invasion Burglary First Degree (Felony)
    • Possession of a Weapon with a Removed, Obliterated or Altered Serial Number (Felony)
    • Possession of Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony)
    • Endangering the Welfare of a Child – Committed a Crime Witnessed by a Child – 2 counts
    • Resisting Arrest

    Thomas was taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $145,746 cash bond.

    Quincey Thomas

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    • Robbery First Degree – Display What Appears to be a Deadly Weapon (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm/Destructive Weapon If Previously Convicted of A Violent Felony (Felony)
    • Home Invasion Burglary First Degree (Felony)
    • Possession of a Weapon with a Removed, Obliterated or Altered Serial Number (Felony)
    • Possession of Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony)
    • Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Criminal Mischief $5000 or More – Damage Property (Felony)
    • Criminal Mischief Under $1000 Damage Property
    • Endangering the Welfare of a Child – Committed a Crime Witnessed by a Child – 2 counts
    • Resisting Arrest
    • Multiple Pursuit Related Traffic Violations

    Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone who is a witness to the incident or has relevant information is asked to contact Detective P. Campbell at (302) 698-8504. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

    If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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  • State Police Arrest Selbyville Man for Multiple Drug Offenses After Vehicle Pursuit

    Delaware State Police have arrested 27-year-old Jaquan Johnson of Selbyville, Delaware, for multiple felony drug charges following a pursuit and search warrant.

    On October 1, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., members of the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force and Sussex County Drug Unit were conducting a drug investigation of Jaquan Johnson for the distribution of illegal narcotics at a property on the 34000 block of Bennett Road in Selbyville. During the investigation, detectives saw a white Ford Transit van, driven by Johnson, arrive, then leave the residence and travel southbound on Bennett Road near Roxana Road in Selbyville. A computer check showed that Johnson was wanted for arrest in Maryland and that he, and the van, were recently involved in a pursuit with police in Worcester County. Detectives pulled the van over on Bethany Road and spoke to Johnson. When he was told to exit the van, he refused and sped away.

    During the pursuit, the van drove in a reckless manner and at a high rate of speed on several area streets and roads. Detectives successfully deployed stop sticks, but the van failed to stop and later collided with a Chevrolet Equinox at Lighthouse Road and South Main Street in Selbyville. After the collision, the van continued to flee, coming to a stop on Main Street in Frankford. Detectives saw Johnson throw a potato chip bag when he ran from the van, and he was ultimately taken into custody after a taser deployment. Detectives recovered the potato chip bag and found that it contained approximately 60.07 grams of cocaine, approximately 10.89 grams of crack cocaine, along with 85 bars and 33 partial bars of Xanax. During a search of the van, detectives found drug paraphernalia.

    The driver of the Equinox involved in the collision was not injured.

    After the pursuit, detectives obtained and executed a search warrant at the Bennett Road property. During the search warrant, detectives found the following items:

    • Unused wax paper bags
    • Inkpad and stamp
    • Small rubber bands
    • Cutting agents
    • Digital scales
    • Blender jar with cocaine residue
    • Pyrex dishes
    • Clear Ziploc style baggies
    • 20 rounds of .223 caliber ammunition

    Johnson was arrested and taken to Troop 4, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $127,617 secured bond.

    • Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
    • Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Unlawful to Knowingly Operate or Attempt to Operate a Clandestine Laboratory (Felony)
    • Maintaining a Drug Property (Felony)
    • Make, Distribute, or Possess any Item Designed to be Used in Counterfeiting any Drug/Container/Labeling (Felony)
    • Disregarding a Police Officer’s Signal (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest
    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – 2 counts
    • Numerous Traffic Violations

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  • State Police Arrest Two Dover Men Following Pursuit in Stolen Vehicle

    Delaware State Police have arrested 18-year-old Kenneth Seward and 19-year-old Jaziah Wilson, both from Dover, Delaware, on multiple charges, and are searching for 20-year-old Makhai Miller, also from Dover, Delaware, following a pursuit in a stolen vehicle on Friday night.

    On September 27, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a trooper on patrol in Dover saw a stolen silver Mitsubishi Outlander turning off POW/MIA Parkway and accelerating at a high rate of speed southbound on South Dupont Highway. The Mitsubishi then made a U-turn and traveled northbound on South Dupont Highway, again at a high rate of speed. When the trooper tried to pull the Outlander over, it sped away. During the pursuit, the Outlander drove in a reckless manner and a high rate of speed on several Dover area streets and roads. After coming to a stop in Capital Park, the three occupants in the vehicle ran away. Troopers searched the area and ultimately located two of the occupants, identified as Kenneth Seward and Jaziah Wilson. They were taken into custody without further incident. During a search of the Outlander, troopers found a loaded AR-style rifle with a high-capacity magazine, and property belonging to the third occupant, identified as Makhai Miller. Troopers have obtained a warrant for Miller’s arrest and are working to locate him.

    Seward was arrested and taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $66,500 cash bond.

    Kenneth Seward

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    • Possession of Large Capacity Magazine During Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited – Prior Violent Crime or Felony (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Receiving Stolen Property Over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    Wilson was arrested and taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $54,500 cash bond.

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    • Possession of Large Capacity Magazine During Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited – Prior Violent Crime or Felony (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Receiving Stolen Property Over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    Anyone with information as to Miller’s whereabouts is asked to contact DSP Troop 3 by calling 302-698-4454. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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  • State Police Investigating Fatal Crash Following Pursuit in Blades

    Edited September 7, 2025| 10:05 a.m.

    The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred Saturday night in Blades after a suspect fled from an attempted traffic stop and caused a three-vehicle crash.

    On September 6, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., a trooper from Troop 5 attempted to stop a Chevrolet Silverado for a registration violation by activating the patrol vehicle’s emergency lights while on Seaford Road, just outside the town limits of Blades. The vehicle was displaying a temporary tag that had expired in February and had been flagged as not valid for operation on public roads.

    The driver sped north at a high rate of speed. As Seaford Road becomes Market Street within Blades, the suspect vehicle entered the town limits. Less than a minute after the pursuit began, the fleeing Silverado crossed into oncoming traffic on Market Street and crashed.

    The preliminary investigation revealed that the Silverado struck a Ford F-150 head-on in the southbound left turn lane of Market Street, just north of East High Street. The impact pushed the F-150 backward, causing its rear end to hit the front bumper of a Chevrolet Camaro, which had been traveling south behind the F-150.

    The driver of the fleeing Chevrolet Silverado, a 58-year-old man from Seaford, Delaware, was not properly restrained and was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

    The driver of the Ford F-150, a 34-year-old man from Laurel, Delaware, was wearing a seatbelt and was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. He was later released.

    The driver of the Chevrolet Camaro, a 20-year-old man from Delmar, Maryland, was also wearing a seatbelt and declined medical treatment at the scene.

    The roadway was partially shut down for approximately five hours while members of the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit investigated and cleared the roadway.

    The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information is asked to contact Master Corporal K. Argo at (302) 703-3264.  Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

    If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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  • State Police Investigating Fatal Crash Following Pursuit in Blades

    Edited September 7, 2025| 10:05 a.m.

    The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred Saturday night in Blades after a suspect fled from an attempted traffic stop and caused a three-vehicle crash.

    On September 6, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., a trooper from Troop 5 attempted to stop a Chevrolet Silverado for a registration violation by activating the patrol vehicle’s emergency lights while on Seaford Road, just outside the town limits of Blades. The vehicle was displaying a temporary tag that had expired in February and had been flagged as not valid for operation on public roads.

    The driver sped north at a high rate of speed. As Seaford Road becomes Market Street within Blades, the suspect vehicle entered the town limits. Less than a minute after the pursuit began, the fleeing Silverado crossed into oncoming traffic on Market Street and crashed.

    The preliminary investigation revealed that the Silverado struck a Ford F-150 head-on in the southbound left turn lane of Market Street, just north of East High Street. The impact pushed the F-150 backward, causing its rear end to hit the front bumper of a Chevrolet Camaro, which had been traveling south behind the F-150.

    The driver of the fleeing Chevrolet Silverado, a 58-year-old man from Seaford, Delaware, was not properly restrained and was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

    The driver of the Ford F-150, a 34-year-old man from Laurel, Delaware, was wearing a seatbelt and was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. He was later released.

    The driver of the Chevrolet Camaro, a 20-year-old man from Delmar, Maryland, was also wearing a seatbelt and declined medical treatment at the scene.

    The roadway was partially shut down for approximately five hours while members of the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit investigated and cleared the roadway.

    The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information is asked to contact Master Corporal K. Argo at (302) 703-3264.  Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

    If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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  • State Police Arrest Smyrna Man After Stolen Vehicle Pursuit

    Delaware State Police have arrested 37-year-old Adrian Waters of Smyrna, Delaware, on multiple charges following a pursuit of a stolen vehicle early Tuesday morning.

    On August 12, 2025, at approximately 1:23 a.m., a Caroline County Sheriff’s Office deputy saw a Mazda CX-5 that was reported stolen through the Smyrna Police Department traveling on Halltown Road near Crown Stone Road, near the Maryland – Delaware state line. The deputy pulled it over and contacted the driver, identified as Adrian Waters, who was wanted on felony charges from Smyrna Police Department. During the traffic stop, Waters sped away. In the ensuing pursuit, the Mazda entered Delaware and came to a stop on Westville Road after troopers deployed stop sticks. Waters was taken into custody after the Mazda collided with a fully-marked State Police Tahoe. The trooper was not injured.

    During a search of the stolen Mazda, troopers found an Oxycodone pill and drug paraphernalia. Waters showed signs of impairment, and he was taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

    After being released from the hospital, Waters was arrested and taken to Troop 3. He was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $23,900 cash bond.

    • Reckless Endangering 1st Degree (Felony)
    • Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
    • Receiving or Transferring a Stolen Vehicle (Felony)
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance
    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
    • Driving Under the Influence of Drugs
    • Driving Without a Valid License

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  • State Police Arrest Two Men for Gun and Drug Charges Following Pursuit in Bridgeville

    Delaware State Police have arrested 28-year-old Tracey Johnson of Harrington, Delaware, and 26-year-old Joseph Davis of Georgetown, Delaware, for gun and drug offenses following a pursuit in Bridgeville.

    On July 30, 2025, at approximately 3:05 p.m., members of the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force saw a black Dodge Charger with a registration violation traveling northbound on Coverdale Road near Seashore Highway. Detectives initiated a traffic stop on the Dodge, which was occupied by a black male driver, and a black male passenger. The Dodge failed to stop and sped away on Seashore Highway. Due to the Dodge traveling in a reckless manner, the pursuit was discontinued for the safety of other motorists. In the ensuing investigation, members of the Kent County Governor’s Task Force responded to the registered owner of the Dodge’s residence on Genesis Lane in Harrington. When detectives arrived, they saw two men, identified as the driver Tracey Johnson, and passenger Joseph Davis, attempting to cover the Dodge with a tarp. As detectives made contact with them, they saw Davis place an item under a landscaping trailer. Johnson and Davis were detained without incident. During a search of Davis, detectives found approximately 1.95 grams of heroin. During a search of Johnson, detectives found the key for the Dodge. Subsequently, detectives conducted a search of the Dodge, and the area under the landscaping trailer, which led to the discovery of the following items:

    • Loaded 9mm handgun with an extended magazine
    • Sawed off .12-gauge shotgun
    • Several rounds of .12-gauge ammunition
    • AR-15 upper receiver
    • AR-15 magazine
    • Several rounds of 5.56 caliber ammunition
    • Several rounds of .38 caliber ammunition
    • Approximately 27.67 grams of acetaminophen
    • Approximately 10.70 grams of a combination xylazine/acetaminophen mixture
    • Digital scales

    Johnson and Davis were arrested, and taken to Troop 3, where they were each charged with multiple crimes.

    Johnson, who is a person prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition, was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on an $89,500 cash bond.

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    • Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm or Destructive Weapon if Previously Convicted of a Violent Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Person Prohibited who also Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited Prior Violent Crime or Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Destructive Weapon – Sawed Off Shotgun (Felony)
    • Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 1 (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Disregarding a Police Officer’s Signal (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest
    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
    • Reckless Driving
    • Driving While Suspended or Revoked
    • Expired or Invalid Temporary Registration
    • Multiple Traffic Violations

    Davis, who is a person prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition, was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Susses Correctional Institution on a $109,500 cash bond.

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    • Possession of a Large Capacity Magazine During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Possession of a Deadly Weapon Semi Auto or Auto by a Person Prohibited Who Also Possesses Controlled Substance (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited Prior Conviction of Use, Possession, or Sale of Drugs (Felony)
    • Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited Prior Violent Crime or Felony (Felony)
    • Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 1 (Felony)
    • Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
    • Tampering with Physical Evidence (Felony)
    • Hindering Prosecution, the Acts Delayed Prevented or Hindered Discovery (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

     

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  • State Police Arrest Two People from Maryland Following Pursuit Near Angola

    Delaware State Police have arrested 21-year-old Jeremy Rodriguez Sepulveda of Salisbury, Maryland, and 19-year-old Tina Berry of Delmar, Maryland for felony offenses following a pursuit near Angola.

    On July 27, 2025, at approximately 9:14 p.m., a trooper on patrol saw a Toyota GR86 traveling eastbound on John J. Williams Highway near Banks Road, east of Long Neck, at a high rate of speed. The trooper initiated a traffic stop as the Toyota turned southbound on Sloan Road. The driver failed to stop and turned off the Toyota’s headlights. As the Toyota continued southbound on Sloan Road, it failed to negotiate a curve and overturned. Troopers contacted the occupants of the vehicle, identified as Jeremy Rodriguez Sepulveda and Tina Berry. Both were taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. In the ensuing investigation, Berry told troopers that she was driving the Toyota, but it was later determined that Rodriguez Sepulveda was driving during the pursuit.

    After being released from the hospital, Rodriguez Sepulveda and Berry were arrested and taken to Troop 7, where they were each charged with multiple offenses.

    Rodriguez Sepulveda was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on his own recognizance.

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    • Provide False Statement to Law Enforcement with Intent to Delay/Hinder Investigation of a Felony (Felony)
    • Disregard a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Reckless Driving
    • Driving without a Valid License
    • Multiple Traffic Violations

    Berry was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on her own recognizance.

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    • Provide False Statement to Law Enforcement with Intent to Delay/Hinder Investigation of a Felony (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)

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  • State Police Arrest Two People from Maryland Following Pursuit Near Angola

    Delaware State Police have arrested 21-year-old Jeremy Rodriguez Sepulveda of Salisbury, Maryland, and 19-year-old Tina Berry of Delmar, Maryland for felony offenses following a pursuit near Angola.

    On July 27, 2025, at approximately 9:14 p.m., a trooper on patrol saw a Toyota GR86 traveling eastbound on John J. Williams Highway near Banks Road, east of Long Neck, at a high rate of speed. The trooper initiated a traffic stop as the Toyota turned southbound on Sloan Road. The driver failed to stop and turned off the Toyota’s headlights. As the Toyota continued southbound on Sloan Road, it failed to negotiate a curve and overturned. Troopers contacted the occupants of the vehicle, identified as Jeremy Rodriguez Sepulveda and Tina Berry. Both were taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. In the ensuing investigation, Berry told troopers that she was driving the Toyota, but it was later determined that Rodriguez Sepulveda was driving during the pursuit.

    After being released from the hospital, Rodriguez Sepulveda and Berry were arrested and taken to Troop 7, where they were each charged with multiple offenses.

    Rodriguez Sepulveda was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on his own recognizance.

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    • Provide False Statement to Law Enforcement with Intent to Delay/Hinder Investigation of a Felony (Felony)
    • Disregard a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Reckless Driving
    • Driving without a Valid License
    • Multiple Traffic Violations

    Berry was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on her own recognizance.

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    • Provide False Statement to Law Enforcement with Intent to Delay/Hinder Investigation of a Felony (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)

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  • State Police Investigating Multi-County Pursuits Involving Stolen Vehicles

    The Delaware State Police arrested 32-year-old Jonathan Bennett, and 20-year-old Hailey Warren, both from Baltimore, Maryland, for numerous felony charges following pursuits involving 2 stolen vehicles on Friday morning. A third suspect, 20-year-old Kyle Norman from Baltimore, Maryland, remains hospitalized as a result of injuries he sustained in a vehicle crash at the end of the pursuit. He will be formally charged once he is released from the hospital.

    On June 20, 2025, at approximately 5:00 a.m., a trooper on patrol observed a blue Hyundai Sonata following a blue Hyundai Santa Fe at a close distance as they traveled southbound on Bay Road near President Drive in Dover. Both vehicles had Maryland registration and continued southbound on Route 1. A computer check revealed the Santa Fe had been reported stolen on June 18, and the Sonata had been reported stolen earlier that morning. Both thefts were reported to the Baltimore County Police Department.

    After additional troopers responded, a traffic stop was initiated. Both vehicles fled at high speeds, resulting in two separate pursuits: one involving the Santa Fe and the other the Sonata.

     

    Pursuit Involving the Santa Fe

    The Santa Fe was driven recklessly through Kent and Sussex Counties at a high rate of speed. At one point during the pursuit, the driver abruptly slammed on the brakes, causing the pursuing trooper to crash into the rear of the vehicle.

    The pursuit ended when the Santa Fe lost control and crashed into a wooded area near South Old State Road and Dupont Boulevard in Georgetown. The driver, identified as Kyle Norman, was seriously injured and flown to a hospital. Three passengers, identified as Hailey Warren, a 13-year-old boy, and a 13-year-old girl, were also taken to an area hospital for minor injuries. The trooper sustained a serious injury as a result of the crash, and was taken to an area hospital.

    During a search of the vehicle, troopers found a screwdriver under the driver’s seat, which is consistent with tools commonly used in vehicle thefts.

     

    Pursuit Involving the Sonata

    Simultaneously, troopers were involved in a separate pursuit with the Sonata, which was also driving recklessly through Kent and Sussex Counties. Stop sticks were successfully deployed on Route 1 north of Cave Neck Road in Milton. Shortly afterward, troopers lost sight of the vehicle.

    A short time later, troopers responded to Oyster Rocks Road for a report of three suspicious individuals on bicycles knocking on doors and claiming their vehicle was disabled. Troopers located the three individuals, identified as Jonathan Bennett, a 13-year-old girl, and a 10-year-old boy. They were taken into custody without incident.  A screwdriver was found on Bennett during a search.

    Troopers later located the stolen Sonata abandoned in the parking lot of Shell We Bounce Trampoline Park in Lewes. The ignition column was damaged in a manner consistent with recent vehicle theft trends involving the use of screwdrivers. Through investigative efforts, including a review of video surveillance, troopers identified the 10-year-old boy as the driver of the Sonata during the pursuit. Jonathan Bennett was determined to be the front passenger, and the 13-year-old girl was seated in the back. The 10-year-old could not be criminally charged under Delaware law due to the nature of the offenses and his age.

    Bennett, the 13-year-old, and the 10-year-old were all taken to Troop 7, where Bennett was charged with multiple crimes, and the children were turned over to their respective guardians.

    Bennett was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on an $11,000 secured bond.

    Jonathan Bennett
    Jonathan Bennett
    • Receiving Stolen Property Over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Possession of Burglar Tools (Felony)
    • Reckless Endangering 2nd Degree – 2 counts
    • Endangering the Welfare of a Child – 2 counts

    Warren was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $4,000 secured bond.

    Heiley Warren
    Hailey Warren
    • Receiving Stolen Property Over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)

    Norman remains hospitalized. Once he is released, he will be charged with the following offenses:

    Kyle Norman
    Kyle Norman
    • Assault 1st Degree Cause Serious Injury to L/E Officer (Felony)
    • Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
    • Reckless Endangering 1st Degree (Felony) – 4 counts
    • Possession of Burglar Tools (Felony)
    • Receiving Stolen Property Over $1500 (Felony)
    • Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Criminal Mischief Over $1000
    • Endangering the Welfare of a Child – 2 counts
    • Aggressive Driving
    • Several Additional Traffic Violations

    Troopers continue to investigate this incident, including where the suspects obtained the bicycles, and whether they were also stolen. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this incident, or has information regarding this case to contact Troop 7 by calling 302-644-5020. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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  • Delaware State Police Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Lewes

    The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred late Sunday night in Lewes.

    On June 22, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 32000 block of Cea Dag Circle in Dagsboro to check on the welfare of a 49-year-old armed man who made threats to harm himself and his family. The man was identified as Jason Arnold.

    While responding, troopers learned that Arnold was driving a black Honda Pilot and was possibly on his way to the family home on Blackwood Drive in Lewes. An officer from the Millsboro Police Department spotted a vehicle matching the description in town limits and attempted a traffic stop. The Honda did not stop, and a pursuit ensued with the assistance of a trooper. The pursuit ended on Blackwood Drive.

    The preliminary investigation revealed that after coming to a stop on Blackwood Drive, Arnold got out of the Honda armed with a firearm and began shooting at the officers. The Millsboro officer and the trooper returned fire. Arnold was hit during the exchange but ran into his family’s house on Blackwood Drive.

    Over the next several hours, members of the Delaware State Police Special Operations Response Team and the Crisis Management Team attempted to negotiate Arnold’s surrender. Eventually, officers entered the home and found Arnold dead from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been notified.

    During the incident, a 69-year-old woman in a neighboring home sustained minor injuries. It is unclear at this time whether her injuries were directly related to the exchange of gunfire. She was treated at a local hospital and released. No other injuries were reported.

    Per Delaware State Police standard operating procedures, the trooper involved has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of a use-of-force investigation conducted in conjunction with the Delaware Department of Justice. The Millsboro Police Department officer involved will also follow their departmental protocol.

    The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives ask anyone with relevant information to contact Detective M. Csapo at (302) 741-2729. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

    If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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  • State Police Arrest Man After Stolen Vehicle Pursuit

    Delaware State Police arrested 32-year-old Allen Davis of Seaford, Delaware, on multiple charges following a pursuit in a stolen vehicle.

    On June 11, 2025, at approximately 6:40 p.m., a trooper observed a black Buick LaCrosse driving erratically on Sussex Highway approaching Norman-Eskridge Highway. When the trooper attempted a traffic stop, the driver failed to stop and began making multiple illegal U-turns, including driving on the wrong side of a turn lane, and running red lights. At one point, the vehicle’s hood flew open, and the driver was seen sticking his head out the window to navigate.

    During the pursuit, troopers confirmed the vehicle had been reported stolen. The suspect continued driving recklessly, reaching speeds over the posted limit and nearly causing several crashes. Stop sticks were deployed, and the vehicle eventually crashed into a stationary red Nissan Kicks at Sussex Highway and Concord Road. The 52-year-old driver of the Nissan was taken to a nearby hospital with minor injuries.

    The suspect, later identified as Allen Davis, refused to exit the vehicle and resisted arrest but was ultimately taken into custody with the assistance of the Seaford Police Department.

    While being transported to Troop 5, Davis attempted to escape by kicking and damaging the interior of the police Tahoe. He was later transported by EMS to a nearby hospital, where he was medically evaluated and subsequently discharged. Afterward, he was taken to Troop 5, where troopers observed signs of impairment, and a legal blood draw was conducted as part of a DUI investigation.

    Further investigation revealed Davis had stolen the black Buick LaCrosse just prior to the pursuit. A 40-year-old man from Seaford, Delaware, reported that Davis, an acquaintance, waved him down while he was driving on Front Street Extended in Seaford. After stopping to speak with him, Davis then allegedly implied he had a firearm, took control of the vehicle, and later threatened to kill the man. When the victim tried to jump out of the car, he became caught in the seatbelt as Davis accelerated. Davis also grabbed the victim by the hair to stop him from escaping. The victim was eventually able to free himself and ran to a nearby residence for help. He suffered minor injuries.

    Davis was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $4,512 secured bond.

    • Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Felony)
    • Disregarding a Police Officer’s Signal (Felony)
    • Unlawful Imprisonment Second Degree
    • Offensive Touching
    • Terroristic Threatening
    • Criminal Mischief
    • Resisting Arrest
    • Attempt to Escape Third Degree
    • Driving Under the Influence of a Drug
    • Multiple traffic-related offenses

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  • Troopers Arrest Dover Teen for DUI and Other Felony Charges Following Pursuit in Stolen Car

    The Delaware State Police have arrested a 17-year-old male from Dover, Delaware for DUI and other felony charges following a pursuit in a stolen car in Dover yesterday.

    On May 15, 2025, at approximately 12:42 a.m., a trooper on patrol in Capitol Park saw a Lexus ES350 traveling eastbound on President Drive approaching Bay Road. A computer check of the registration showed the Lexus was stolen from Maryland. The trooper attempted to pull the car over, but it failed to stop. During the pursuit, the Lexus drove at a high rate of speed and in a reckless manner on several Dover area streets and roads, ultimately coming to a stop on Roosevelt Avenue near River Chase Drive. The driver, identified as a 17-year-old male, and an unknown passenger fled from the car. After searching the area troopers located the driver, who showed signs of impairment, and took him into custody without incident.

    The suspect was taken to Troop 3, where after Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and release on his own recognizance to a parent or guardian.

    • Disregarding a Police Officer’s Signal (Felony)
    • Receiving Stolen Property over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest
    • Driving Under the Influence of Drugs
    • Driving without a Valid License
    • Reckless Driving

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  • State Police Detectives Investigating Shooting in Dover

    The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Dover last night that left one man injured.

    On April 17, 2025, at approximately 6:14 p.m., troopers responded to the 1500 block of Nathaniel Mitchell Road in Dover for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 19-year-old man had been shot and was self-transported to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation revealed that an unknown black male suspect exited a maroon Kia Sportage, fired an unknown number of shots at the victim, got back in the vehicle and fled the scene. An occupied house and a vehicle on the property were also hit by gunfire.

    At approximately 9:05 p.m., troopers saw a maroon Kia Sportage, that was reported stolen and matched the description of the vehicle involved in the shooting, traveling northbound on Walker Road near Bicentennial Boulevard in Dover. Troopers attempted to pull it over, but it sped away. During the pursuit, the Kia traveled on area roads and ultimately came to a stop on the 400 block of Sorrell Circle in Smyrna where five occupants fled. Troopers and allied agencies, along with DSP Aviation and K-9 searched the area and found four juveniles that fled from the vehicle. They were taken into custody without further incident. The fifth unknown suspect remains at large. The investigation is active and ongoing.

    A 17-year-old male from Bethel, Delaware, was arrested and taken to Troop 3. He was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on his own recognizance to a parent and/or guardian.

    • Receiving Stolen Property over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    A 15-year-old female from Camden, Delaware, was arrested and taken to Troop 3. She was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on her own recognizance to a parent and/or guardian.

    • Receiving Stolen Property over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    A 12-year-old female from Dover, Delaware, was arrested and taken to Troop 3. She was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on her own recognizance to a parent and/or guardian.

    • Receiving Stolen Property over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    A 10-year-old male was also taken into custody but not charged and released to a parent and/or guardian.

    Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective S. Raza by calling 302-698-8521. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

    If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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  • State Police Detectives Investigating Shooting in Dover

    The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Dover last night that left one man injured.

    On April 17, 2025, at approximately 6:14 p.m., troopers responded to the 1500 block of Nathaniel Mitchell Road in Dover for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 19-year-old man had been shot and was self-transported to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation revealed that an unknown black male suspect exited a maroon Kia Sportage, fired an unknown number of shots at the victim, got back in the vehicle and fled the scene. An occupied house and a vehicle on the property were also hit by gunfire.

    At approximately 9:05 p.m., troopers saw a maroon Kia Sportage, that was reported stolen and matched the description of the vehicle involved in the shooting, traveling northbound on Walker Road near Bicentennial Boulevard in Dover. Troopers attempted to pull it over, but it sped away. During the pursuit, the Kia traveled on area roads and ultimately came to a stop on the 400 block of Sorrell Circle in Smyrna where five occupants fled. Troopers and allied agencies, along with DSP Aviation and K-9 searched the area and found four juveniles that fled from the vehicle. They were taken into custody without further incident. The fifth unknown suspect remains at large. The investigation is active and ongoing.

    A 17-year-old male from Bethel, Delaware, was arrested and taken to Troop 3. He was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on his own recognizance to a parent and/or guardian.

    • Receiving Stolen Property over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    A 15-year-old female from Camden, Delaware, was arrested and taken to Troop 3. She was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on her own recognizance to a parent and/or guardian.

    • Receiving Stolen Property over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    A 12-year-old female from Dover, Delaware, was arrested and taken to Troop 3. She was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on her own recognizance to a parent and/or guardian.

    • Receiving Stolen Property over $1,500 (Felony)
    • Resisting Arrest

    A 10-year-old male was also taken into custody but not charged and released to a parent and/or guardian.

    Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective S. Raza by calling 302-698-8521. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

    If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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  • Rehoboth Beach pursuit ends in crash, drug bust

    Rehoboth Beach pursuit ends in crash, drug bust

    Photo: Rehoboth Beach Police

    A Millsboro man is in jail after allegedly leading police on a chase that ended crashing into another police vehicle.

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    The incident happened at around 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday night.

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    Rehoboth Beach Police say officers attempted to stop 34-year-old Terence Savage, who was driving a Mercedes Benz with fictitious Delaware registration. When the officer attempted the traffic stop in the second block of Baltimore Avenue, a passenger fled the vehicle and Savage sped off with the vehicle.

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    The pursuit lasted less than a mile and ended at the intersection of Christiana Street and Rehoboth Avenue when Savage struck another vehicle waiting at the intersection and a police cruiser. No injuries were reported in the crash.

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    Savage was taken into custody. A search of his vehicle turned up several drugs and paraphernalia; including cocaine, heroin, oxycodone and marijuana.

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    Savage faces a sleuth of charges, including felony possession of a controlled substance and disregarding a police officer’s signal. He was lodged on $7150.00 secured bail.

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    CHARGES:

    Savage was arrested and charged with two felony charges; disregarding a police officer’s signal and possession of a controlled substance in a tier 1 quantity. Savage was charged with five misdemeanor charges; resisting arrest, possession of marijuana other than personal use, possession a prescription drug without a prescription, possession of a controlled or counterfeit substance without a prescription, and possession of paraphernalia not related to personal use marijuana. Finally, Savage was charged with ten traffic charges; driving a vehicle at an unreasonable speed, failing to stop at red light, failing to stop at a stop sign (x2), disregarding the right of way of pedestrians in a crosswalk, expired tags, fictitious registration, failing to have a registration card in possession, and failing to have learner’s permit in possession.