Troopers investigating Hate Crime – Seaford

Seaford – The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a Criminal Trespass/Hate Crime  complaint that occurred within the Holly View Mobile Home Park, Seaford , De.

The incident occurred on Friday, June 26, 2020 between the hours of 04:20 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.  Upon arrival at the victims residence, Troopers met with a 59 year old black male victim who reported an unknown suspect trespassed onto his property while the victim was at work and tied a small white cord crafted in the way of a noose on his front step railing.

Initial interviews with neighbors in the area have not led to any potential suspects currently.  A DSP Detective has been assigned to further investigate this pending case.  There is no known suspect information at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 4, Detective Shockley at 302-752-3812.  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.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Sergeant Darren Lester 

Released:062720 1810

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