Delaware State Police have arrested 53-year-old James Thorpe of Elkton, Maryland for 9th offense felony DUI yesterday.
On October 22, 2024, at approximately 4:14 p.m., a trooper on patrol saw a red Dodge Ram pickup speeding southbound on Dupont Parkway near Marl Pit Road. The trooper pulled the Dodge over and spoke to the driver, identified as James Thorpe, who showed signs of impairment. The trooper administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. After failing to complete the tests, Thorpe was arrested for driving under the influence. A computer check showed that he had eight prior DUI-related convictions.
Thorpe was taken to Troop 9, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $6,000 secured bond.
- Driving Under the Influence (Felony)
- Driving While Suspended or Revoked
- Speeding