The Delaware State Police arrested 45-year-old John Dillmore, of Townsend, Delaware, on a 5th offense DUI and drug-related charges after a traffic stop Wednesday morning in Dover.

On October 7, 2026, at approximately 11:00 a.m., a trooper patrolling Route 1 near Fast Landing Road saw a Ford F-150 make an illegal turn off the highway onto an emergency access road. The trooper stopped the Ford and contacted the driver, identified as Dillmore. While speaking with Dillmore, the trooper saw signs of impairment and drug-related evidence in plain view.

Dillmore was asked to perform Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, during which he continued to display signs of impairment. He was subsequently taken into custody without incident.

During a search of the vehicle, the trooper recovered approximately 0.2 grams of suspected methamphetamine, an approximately half-full flask containing alcohol, and additional paraphernalia consistent with drug use.

Following a computer search, the trooper discovered Dillmore had four prior DUI convictions.

Dillmore was taken to Troop 9 where he was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and released on a $7,500 unsecured bond.

• 5th Offense after 4 Prior Offenses – Driving Under the Influence of Any Drug (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Failure to Obey a Traffic Device

The Delaware State Police arrested a 13-year-old male from Dover, Delaware, after a BB gun was found in his backpack on Wednesday at Postlethwait Middle School in Camden.

On October 7, 2026, the School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to the Caesar Rodney School District, responded to F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School, located at 2841 South State Street in Camden, after being notified by school staff that they found a BB gun in a student’s backpack. During the investigation, the SRO learned that staff was told that a 13-year-old male student dropped a vaping device in the hallway. During the staff’s safety search of the student’s backpack, they found a BB gun. No one was injured.

The 13-year-old was taken to Troop 3, charged with the crime listed below, arraigned by Family Court, and released on his own recognizance to a parent/guardian.

• Possession of a Firearm in a Safe School Zone (Felony)

The Delaware State Police arrested 37-year-old Tiffany Morales, from Wilmington, Delaware, on felony firearm and related offenses after she fired multiple shots at a victim early Sunday morning outside a New Castle sports bar.

On October 4, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., troopers responded to the area outside a sports bar in the 3800 block of North Dupont Highway, New Castle, for a report of shots fired. Responding troopers located spent shell casings near the building, and the victims identified Morales as the shooter. Troopers located Morales and took her into custody without incident.

The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit took over the case. The preliminary investigation revealed that Morales had dropped her purse while involved in a physical altercation with an unrelated individual. The victims picked up the purse and returned it to Morales, who then accused them of stealing it.

Afterwards, Morales went to her car, retrieved a handgun, and pointed it at one of the victims before firing multiple shots. During the investigation, detectives located evidence of the crime in Morales’ vehicle. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Morales was taken to a local hospital for unrelated, non-life-threatening injuries. She was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $23,000 cash bond.

• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
• Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony) – 2 counts

The Delaware State Police arrested 25-year-old Tzair Bryant, of Claymont, Delaware, and is seeking a second suspect after two customer vehicles were stolen during a burglary at an auto repair shop in Wilmington last week.

On September 26, 2026, at approximately 12:00 a.m., troopers responded to Penny Hill Service and Repair Center, located at 517 Philadelphia Pike in Wilmington, for a report of a burglary in progress. Upon arrival, troopers discovered a garage door with broken glass and searched the business. Troopers determined the suspects had already fled the area.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a male and female suspect forced entry into the business and stole keys belonging to customers who had left their vehicles at the shop for service. The suspects then used the stolen keys to take two customer vehicles from the business. The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit took over the case.

On September 30, 2026, the Wilmington Police Department received information that one of the stolen vehicles was in the area of East 8th Street near North Buttonwood Street. Officers responded, located the vehicle, and took Bryant into custody. Bryant was found in possession of the vehicle’s keys, and Wilmington Police subsequently contacted Delaware State Police detectives.

Detectives responded and determined Bryant was the male suspect from the burglary.

Bryant was taken to Troop 1 where he was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $3,100 secured bond.

• Burglary Third Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Burglar Tools (Felony)
• Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Felony) – 2 counts
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Criminal Mischief Under $1000

Detectives continue to investigate this incident and ask anyone with information relevant to the case to contact Detective M. Kerrigan by calling (302) 365-8487. 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 has lost a loved one to a sudden death and needs 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 DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police arrested 65-year-old Bruce Butler, of Georgetown, Delaware, for 5^th offense DUI following a traffic stop Sunday night in Bear.

On October 4, 2026, at approximately 10:25 p.m., a trooper saw a Nissan Titan swerving on Route 1 southbound near Wrangle Hill Road and pulled it over. The trooper spoke to the driver, identified as Bruce Butler, who showed signs of impairment. Butler refused to complete all of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, and he was arrested for driving under the influence. A computer check showed that Butler had four prior DUI-related convictions and suspended/revoked driver’s license.

Butler was taken to Troop 2 where he was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $6,150 secured bond.

• 5^th Offense DUI (Felony)
• Driving while Suspended or Revoked
• Failure to Remain within a Single Lane

Delaware State Police have arrested a 13-year-old male from Millsboro, Delaware, for felony offenses after a knife was found in his backpack on Tuesday at Sussex Central Middle School in Georgetown.

On September 29, 2026, the School Resource Officer (SRO) at Sussex Central Middle School, located at 26026 Patriots Way in Georgetown, was notified by school staff that they discovered a large kitchen knife following their search of a student’s backpack. The SRO learned that the suspect and another student were involved in a dispute on social media and an altercation at school. During the argument at school, the suspect threatened to stab the student and later touched him in a sexual manner. No one was injured. The suspect was removed from the school and turned over to the custody of a parent/guardian.

On September 30, 2026, the suspect turned himself in at Troop 4. He was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Family Court, and released to a parent/guardian on a $1,700 unsecured bond.

• Unlawful Sexual Contact 2^nd Degree (Felony)
• Possession of a Weapon in a Safe Zone (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
• Terroristic Threatening

Delaware State Police have arrested a 16-year-old male from Dover, Delaware, for felony gun offenses following a shots fired incident that occurred early Wednesday morning in Dover.

On September 30, 2026, at approximately 1:00 a.m., a trooper was on foot patrol on Generals Way in Generals Green in Dover and heard a gunshot. When additional troopers arrived, they saw a male, later identified as the 16-year-old suspect, on an electric bicycle and tried to pull it over, but he failed to stop. While fleeing, the teen tried to ride over a curb but fell off the electric bicycle. While being taken into custody, a polymer 9mm handgun with no serial number, fell out of the suspect’s waistband.

The teen was taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and released on his own recognizance to a parent/guardian.

• Possession or Control of a Firearm by Person Under 21 (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon A Firearm (Felony)
• Possession of Untraceable Firearm (Felony)

The Delaware State Police arrested 40-year-old Steven Pozzie, of Smyrna, Delaware, on felony retail theft and related charges after he failed to return to Department of Correction (DOC) supervision and committed more than 25 thefts from retailers throughout New Castle County.

The investigation began in late August 2026, when Home Depot employees reported multiple shopliftings involving the same suspect. The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit took over the case. Investigators subsequently received reports from several other retailers, including Walmart, Lowe’s, Target, Kohl’s, Acme, and Harbor Freight, involving the same suspect.

Through investigative efforts, detectives identified the suspect as Pozzie, a convicted offender who had failed to return to the Community Corrections Treatment Center after being granted an employment pass to leave the facility.

Between late August and late September, detectives determined that Pozzie targeted various retail stores more than 25 times. Investigators also determined that he worked with several accomplices, used multiple vehicles, and frequently used tools to damage product security devices before stealing merchandise. During the investigation, detectives determined that Pozzie stole more than $48,000 worth of merchandise and caused more than $4,000 in damage to the businesses.

On September 23, 2026, detectives learned that Pozzie had committed another shoplifting at a Lowe’s in Newark and fled the area in a Lexus SUV. Investigators located the unoccupied vehicle on Vandever Avenue near Northeast Boulevard in Wilmington. Detectives searched the surrounding area and located Pozzie in a nearby alleyway, where he was taken into custody. While speaking with detectives, Pozzie provided a false identity multiple times.

A search of Pozzie resulted in the recovery of drug paraphernalia and approximately 0.01 grams of suspected crack cocaine. Detectives also searched the Lexus and recovered tools he used during previous shopliftings.

Pozzie was taken to a local hospital after he requested treatment for an unrelated, non-life-threatening injury. While at the hospital, he was returned to DOC custody.

On September 28, 2026, following his discharge from the hospital, Pozzie was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and remained in Department of Correction custody on a $44,200 cash bond.

• Possession of Shoplifters Tools (Felony) – 17 counts
• Theft – Organized Retail Crime Over $1,500 (Felony) – 13 counts
• Shoplifting Over $1,500 (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) – 5 counts
• Theft Organized Retail Crime – 6 counts
• Conspiracy Third Degree
• Shoplifting Under $1,500 – 3 counts
• Criminal Mischief Under $1,000 – 15 counts
• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Criminal Impersonation

The Delaware State Police have arrested 46-year-old William Pusey of Georgetown, Delaware, on felony theft and related charges following an investigation into the theft of HVAC units in Sussex County. 

On September 15, 2026, at approximately 8:55 a.m., troopers responded to a newly constructed residence in the 19000 block of West Piney Grove Road in Georgetown for a reported theft. Troopers learned that an unknown suspect had removed an HVAC unit from the residence. Later that day, troopers responded to Spirit of Excellence Church, located at 31195 Dupont Boulevard in Dagsboro, for a separate report involving the theft of an HVAC unit. 

Through investigative means, detectives identified Pusey as the suspect. During the investigation, detectives learned that Pusey stole the HVAC units and took them to a local scrap yard, where he signed documents to receive payment for them. 

On September 18, 2026, Pusey was arrested and taken to Troop 4. He was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and committed to the Department of Correction on $5,002 secured bond.

• Theft over $1,500 (Felony) – 2 counts
• Selling Stolen Property Over $1,500 or Two or More Prior Convictions (Felony)
• Selling Stolen Property Under $1,500
• Criminal Mischief $1,000 but less than $5,000 – Damage Property
• Falsifying Business Records – 2 counts
• Criminal Trespass Third Degree – 2 counts

The Delaware State Police arrested 67-year-old Kenny Jervey, from Wilmington, Delaware, on a 5th offense driving under the influence charge and related offenses following a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon in Dover.

On September 23, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the 9-1-1 center alerted troopers after a concerned motorist reported a Volvo driving erratically while traveling southbound on Route 1 near Smyrna. A Trooper from the Delaware State Police Highway Safety Unit was patrolling the area and located the Volvo on Scarborough Road after it exited Route 1. The trooper saw traffic violations and stopped the vehicle.

During the stop, the trooper identified the driver as Jervey and observed signs of impairment. Jervey refused to perform Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and was subsequently taken into custody without incident. A computer check revealed that Jervey’s driver’s license was suspended and that he had four prior DUI convictions.

Jervey was taken to Troop 9 where the trooper obtained and executed a search warrant for a blood sample. Jervey was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and released on a $5,102 unsecured bond.

• 5th Offense Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (Felony)
• Driving While Suspended or Revoked
• Multiple Traffic Offenses