Dover- The Delaware State Police are releasing the name of the victim who was involved in the shooting incident on February 25, 2020, in the area of the Premier Village Apartments, Dover, as 18-year-old Shiheem Durham, of Dover, DE.

This incident continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit.

If anyone has information regarding this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective D. Grassi at 302-365-8441 .  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

*Update* Troopers Investigating Shots Fired Incident-Dover

Troopers Investigating Shots Fired Incident -Dover

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Smyrna – The Delaware State Police have charged 40 year old Michael R. Boorman of Smyrna with multiple offenses after it was determined that he sexually assaulted a juvenile female who was known to him.

Detectives from the Troop 2 Major Crimes Unit were able to determine that between January 2012 and September 2019, Boorman repeatedly sexually assaulted the victim, with the assaults taking place at the victim’s Blackbird-Greenspring Rd., residence as well as at other locations in the Smyrna area. The assaults began when the victim was 6 and continued until she was 12 years of age.

Boorman was taken into custody on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, and charged with the following offenses:

• Rape 1^st Degree (3 counts)
• Rape 2^nd Degree
• Sexual Abuse of a Child by a Person of Trust 1^st Degree (4 counts)
• Sexual Abuse of a Child by a Person of Trust 2^nd Degree
• Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child
• Dangerous Crime against Minor less than 14. Criminal Sexual Conduct (4 counts)
• Unlawful Sexual Contact with Person less than 13 (2 counts)

Boorman was arraigned and committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $1,090,000.00 cash bail.

Due to the sensitive nature of the incident and out of respect to the victim, only limited information is being released.

Anyone who believes that they have information regarding other criminal activity related to Boorman is asked to contact Detective R. Strecker of the Troop 2 Major Crimes Unit by calling 302-365-8413.

Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of 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 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Released:022520 1730

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Dover- The Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate a shots fired incident in which one individual was located deceased.

The incident occurred on February 25, 2020 at approximately 2:00 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the parking lot between the McDonalds and the Best Western off of Pine Cabin Road and E. Lebanon Road, Dover, for a report of shots being fired.  Upon arrival to the area, Troopers located an adult male in the area of the Premier Village Apartments deceased from an apparent gunshot wound.

The individual has been turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science where an autopsy will be performed to determine the manner and cause of death. The victim’s identity is being withheld at this time pending the notification of the next of kin.

There is no suspect information at this time and further details will be released as they become available.

The incident continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit.  If anyone has information regarding this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective D. Grassi at 302-365-8441 .  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

Troopers Investigating Shots Fired Incident -Dover

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Released: 022520 1611

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Dover – Applications are currently being accepted for the 49^th Trooper Youth Week Academy Class which is scheduled to run from June 22-26, 2020.

The Delaware State Police & American Legion annually host Trooper Youth Week (TYW) at the Delaware State Police Training Academy in Dover, Delaware. This is a week-long live-in academy designed to give high school students who are sincerely interested in law enforcement an opportunity to experience the rigors of training that police officers receive at the Delaware State Police Academy. This is a physically and mentally challenging week for applicants.

The students are selected from a competitive pool, are required to participate in daily physical training as well as a variety of classroom instruction ranging from crime scene and accident investigation. Daily physical training will include outdoor running, approximately 1.5 miles a day, pushups and sit-ups. The program is facilitated by Uniform Troopers assigned to the Delaware State Police Training Academy. There is no cost to the student to attend this training.

High School seniors, juniors, and sophomores are encouraged to complete an application. This can be done by downloading the application directly from our website or by contacting the School Resource Officer at their respective school. Students are not permitted to bring jewelry, candy, gum, any electronic devices, iPod’s, radios, cellular phones, etc. Male Applicants will be required to be clean shaven every day with a military haircut. Females will be required to wear their hair in a bun; if appropriate. No earrings, nose rings or belly rings will be permitted.
If you need additional information, please contact us at dsptyw@delaware.gov or 302-672-5457.

All applications are due by May 22^nd, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.

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Released:022520 1530

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Dover- The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a shots fired incident that occurred in a parking lot.

Preliminary information has the incident occurring on February 25, 2020 at approximately 2:00 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the parking lot between the McDonalds and the Best Western off of Pine Cabin Road and E. Lebanon Road, Dover, for a report of shots being fired.

There is heavy police activity in the area and motorist should expect delays and seek alternate routes of travel.

The investigation is in it’s early stages with further information being released as it becomes available.

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Released: 022520 1433

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Kent and New Castle County-  The Delaware State Police are investigating a rash of commercial burglaries and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the pictured suspects.

The incidents began on February 22, 2020 when the Delaware State Police began investigating a rash of convenience store burglaries occurring in the Kent and New Castle County areas.

Troopers obtained a video surveillance image of the suspects, described as a black male with a white beard and a black female.  The suspects vehicle appears to be a black Cadillac CTS.

Anyone with information in reference to the suspects’ identity is asked to contact Troop 3, Criminal Investigations Unit, Detective Nash at 302-698-8444.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

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Released: 022420 1643

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Delaware- *REMINDER* Applications for Camp Barnes will be available online or at any Delaware State Police Troop on March 1st, 2020.  Applications can be downloaded at the camp’s website  www.campbarnes.net starting March 1st.  Dates for the camp and camp orientation dates will be included with the application and listed on the website.

Camp Barnes is a recreational summer camp that is run and operated by the Delaware State Police.  Camp Barnes is an overnight camp that is FREE to those attend. Children between the ages of 10-13, who are residents of the State of Delaware, are eligible to apply.

Some of the many activities campers participate in throughout the week include the following:

* Swimming in an Olympic size pool

* Kayaking in Millers Creek

* Archery

* Basketball

* Soccer

* Lacrosse

* Arts and Crafts

* Nature Walk

* Fishing/Crabbing

* Talent Show

* Camp Olympics

Camp Barnes has a staff of 16 counselors (eight male and eight female).  All Counselors are required to submit to a criminal background and are interviewed prior to being hired.  The staff also includes one on site nurse, one head cook, and one assistant cook.  A Delaware State Trooper will be on duty at all times when the camp is in session.

Camp Barnes is NOT a boot camp or intended for youth with behavior or disciplinary problems.

It is encouraged that all parents get an updated physical for their children as soon as possible, because spots fill up quickly.  Campers will not be assigned a week until an up-to-date physical is received.

If you have any questions please contact Cpl/3 Shawn Hatfield at 302-752-3834, or at James.Hatfield@delaware.gov

DELAWARE STATE POLICE ANNOUNCES THE 2020 CAMP BARNES APPLICATION PROCESS

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Released: 022420 1036

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Frederica- Delaware State Police are releasing the names of the two individuals that were found deceased in the parking lot area of Bowers Beach.

The investigation began on February 22, 2020 at approximately 4:04 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the parking lot area off of Cooper Avenue, Bowers Beach, Frederica.  Upon arrival two individuals were located deceased in the parking lot from apparent gunshot wounds.

The individuals have been identified as 55-year-old Kenneth J. Bowers and his wife, 40-year-old Lysandra C. Bowers, of Frederica, DE.

The bodies have been turned over to the Division of Forensic Science where an autopsy will be performed to determine the manner and cause of death.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is continuing their investigation into this suspected murder/suicide incident and there is no concerns for public safety at this time.

If anyone has information regarding this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective M. Ryde at 302-741-2730.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of 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 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@delaware.gov. 

*Update*- Troopers Conducting Death Investigation-Frederica

Troopers Conducting Death Investigation-Frederica

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Released: 022420 0836

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Wilmington- The Delaware State Police investigated a serious crash involving a pedestrian that occurred earlier today.

The incident occurred on February 23, 2020 at approximately 10:35 a.m., when a 2001 Buick Century was traveling northbound on Concord Pike north of Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington, in the left travel lane.  A pedestrian started to walk across the northbound lane of Concord Pike from the area of the Market Square.  The operator of the Buick was unable to avoid the pedestrian, striking the pedestrian within the left travel lane.  The operator of the Buick remained at the scene.

The pedestrian, a 56-year-old female from Jenkintown, PA, was not utilizing a crosswalk and issued a citation for same.  She was transported to the Christiana Hospital with serious injuries.

The operator of the Buick, a 56-year-old female from Pennsville, NJ sustained minor injuries and was transported to the Wilmington Hospital.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of 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 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@delaware.gov

*Traffic Advisory* Troopers Investigating Serious Crash-Wilmington

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Released: 022320 1739

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Lewes-  The Delaware State Police have arrested 20-year-old Sean P. McElwee of Georgetown, DE after a traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs.

The investigation began on February 22, 2020 at approximately 7:01 p.m., when a Trooper observed a black Volkswagen Jetta traveling eastbound on Pinetown Road at the intersection with Sweetbriar Road.  The operator failed  to come to a complete stop and utilize their turn signal.  A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver, Sean P. McElwee when an odor of marijuana was detected.

A subsequent search of the vehicle was conducted and the following was located:

• Approximately 122.85 grams of marijuana
• 43 edible THC candies
• 2 Vyvanse 60 milligram pills
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Alcoholic beverages

McElwee was taken into custody without incident and transported back to Troop 7 where he was charged with the following:

• Possession With Intent To Deliver a Controlled Substance (2 counts)
• Possession of a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (2 counts)
• Underage Possession/Consumption of Alcohol
• Turn or Move a Vehicle without giving proper Signal
• Failure to Stop At a Stop Sign

McElwee was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court and released on his own recognizance.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 022320 1420

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