The Delaware State Police arrested a 17-year-old Glasgow High School student, from Newark, Delaware, on firearm and related charges after a loaded handgun was discovered in his backpack Monday afternoon.

On September 15, 2026, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Glasgow High School, located at 1901 South College Avenue in Newark, responded to a report of a fight in one of the school’s hallways. The SRO, along with school staff, intervened and separated the students involved in the fight, including the 17-year-old.

During the investigation, the SRO learned the 17-year-old had removed his backpack prior to the fight, and that the backpack contained marijuana. A subsequent search of the backpack resulted in the recovery of a loaded handgun and a small quantity of marijuana.

The 17-year-old was taken into custody and transported to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries sustained during the fight. No other injuries were reported.

After being discharged from the hospital, the student was taken to Troop 2 where he was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and committed to the Department of Services for Children, Youth, and their Families on a $87,000 cash bond.

• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Under 21 (Felony)
• Possession of Ammunition for a Firearm by a Person Under 21 (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm in a Safe School Zone (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of Marijuana Under 18

The Delaware State Police have arrested 46-year-old Christopher Smith of Lewes, Delaware for felony gun and drug charges following a search warrant on Pinetown Road in Lewes.

On September 10, 2026, members of the Sussex County Special Investigations Unit and the Delaware State Police Special Operations Response Team, executed a search warrant at a residence on the 30000 block of Pinetown Road in Lewes. The search warrant was obtained following an investigation of Christopher Smith for the distribution of illegal narcotics from the residence. During the search warrant, Smith was detained without incident, and a child was in the residence at the time.

A search of the residence led to the discovery of the following items:

• .22 caliber handgun and ammunition
• 12-guage ammunition
• Approximately 11.60 grams of crack cocaine
• Digital scales
• Pyrex container with white residue
• Drug paraphernalia
• $1,052.00 in suspected drug proceeds

Smith was arrested and taken to Troop 4, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace and committed to the Department of Correction on a $46,000 secured bond.

• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possess, Purchase, Own, or Control a Deadly Weapon, Semi Auto or Auto, By Person Prohibit Who Also Possesses Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Possess, Purchase, Own, or Control of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited – Prior Violent Crime or Felony (Felony) – 2 counts
• Manufacture, Deliver, Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Unlawful to Knowingly Operate or Attempt to Operate a Clandestine Laboratory (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Unlawfully Dealing with a Child – Permits a Child to Remain in Place where Sex or Narcotics or Dangerous Drug Activity

The Delaware State Police arrested 38-year-old Stephen Lemmons, from Wilmington, Delaware, on burglary and related charges after he broke into a New Castle car dealership Sunday morning.

On September 13, 2026, at approximately 6:15 a.m., troopers responded to Glacier Auto Sales 2, located at 216 North Dupont Highway in New Castle, for a reported burglary alarm. Upon arrival, troopers discovered that a window had been smashed and forced open. Troopers located a masked suspect inside and ordered him out. The suspect, identified as Lemmons, complied and was taken into custody. During a subsequent search, troopers recovered a concealed machete, burglar tools, and property belonging to employees of the business from Lemmons.

The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit responded and took over the case. Through investigative efforts, detectives determined that Lemmons intended to steal a vehicle from the dealership.

Lemmons was taken to Troop 2 where he was charged with the below listed offenses and arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court. He was issued a $10,100 unsecured bond for this case; however, he was committed to the Department of Correction on capiases related to an unrelated matter.

• Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Burglary Third Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Burglar Tools (Felony)
• Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
• Criminal Mischief

The Delaware State Police have arrested 30–year-old Jaquell McDonald, of Lincoln, Delaware, for felony charges following a pursuit and crash that occurred Sunday afternoon near Milton.

On September 13, 2026, at approximately 1:25 p.m., a trooper saw a Maserati Levante speeding northbound on Coastal Highway near Deep Branch Road. The trooper tried to pull it over, but it sped away. During the pursuit, the Maserati drove recklessly and at a high rate of speed on Coastal Highway and several area roads, ultimately coming to a stop after colliding with a Nissan Rogue at Union Street Extended and Coastal Highway. After the collision the driver of the Maserati, identified as Jaquell McDonald, ran away and was seen discarding approximately 60.76 grams of cocaine. He was taken into custody without incident.

During a search of the Maserati, troopers found approximately 46.75 grams of marijuana, $5,696 in suspected drug proceeds, and fake driver’s licenses from Arizona and Nevada.

The driver and passenger of the Nissan, a 65-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman, both from Pennsylvania, had minor injuries but refused transport to the hospital.

The roadway was closed for an extended time while the scene was investigated and cleared.

McDonald was taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. After being released, he was taken to Troop 7 where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and committed to the Department of Correction on $75,514 cash bond.

• Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Attempted to Commit Tampering with Physical Evidence – Evidence Suppression (Felony)
• Disregarding a Police Officer’s Signal (Felony)
• Vehicular Assault 3^rd Degree – 2 counts
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Multiple Pursuit and Crash Related Traffic Violations

The Delaware State Police have arrested 67-year-old Douglas Clay, of Millsboro, Delaware, for felony assault, felony DUI, and related offenses following a stabbing and pursuit that occurred Saturday night in Long Neck.

On September 12, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m., troopers responded to The Crab Barn, located at 32600 Long Neck Road, for a report of a stabbing. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 44-year-old man had been stabbed by a male suspect, identified as Douglas Clay, following a disagreement over a seat at the bar. The victim was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries. Before troopers arrived, Clay had fled on a motorcycle, and a short time later, troopers saw Clay traveling northbound on Indian Mission Road. Troopers tried to pull him over, but he sped away. During the pursuit, Clay drove in a reckless manner and at a high rate of speed on several area roads and ultimately came to a stop in Milton where he was taken into custody. Clay was taken to an area hospital for a medical issue and during their contact with him, troopers observed multiple signs of impairment.

After being released from the hospital, Clay was taken to Troop 7, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $129, 018 cash bond.

• Assault 1^st Degree – Intentional Serious Injury (Felony)
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• 4^th Offense DUI (Felony)
• Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
• Resisting Arrest
• Multiple Pursuit Related Traffic Offenses

The Delaware State Police have identified 19-year-old Blem Lopez-Lopez from Millsboro, Delaware, and 23-year-old Andrea Reyes Castellanos from Honduras, as the people who died in the two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred Friday afternoon near Bridgeville.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Investigators are asking anyone with video footage or information relevant to the crash 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 (800) 847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you 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 (800-842-8461).  You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred Friday afternoon near Bridgeville.

On September 11, 2026, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a Toyota Camry was traveling eastbound on Seashore Highway approaching Oak Road. At the same time, a Peterbilt dump truck was traveling westbound on Seashore Highway approaching Oak Road. For reasons still under investigation, the Camry entered the westbound lane of travel and into the path of the Peterbilt. As a result, the front of the Camry struck the front of the Peterbilt and after the collision, the Peterbilt became fully engulfed in fire. A third vehicle, a Peterbilt tractor and a loaded car trailer that was traveling behind the dump truck, avoided the collision, and entered a ditch.

The driver of the Camry, a 19-year-old man from Millsboro, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger, a 23-year-old woman from Honduras, was taken to an area hospital where she died. Their names are being withheld until their families are notified.

The driver of the Peterbilt, a 58-year-old man from Ridgely, Maryland, was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The driver of the Peterbilt tractor and car trailer was not injured.

The roadway was closed for approximately 5 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Investigators are asking anyone with video footage or information relevant to the crash 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 (800) 847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you 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 (800-842-8461).  You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (SOAR) is issuing the following public notifications of homeless and wanted sex offenders.

Wanted Sex Offenders

SOAR is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address.  If anyone knows the location of this individual, please call (302) 739-5882.  Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.  The individual shown represents only a portion of the current wanted sex offenders. Please see the Delaware Sex Offender Registry website for the complete list.

Homeless Sex Offenders

The following individuals are not wanted for failing to register or re-register at their current address.  This is a public notification of homeless sex offenders.  If you have information that the listed individuals are occupying a residence, please call (302) 739-5882. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.  The individuals shown are those recently reported homeless and represent only a portion of the current homeless sex offenders. Please see the Delaware Sex Offender Registry website for the complete list.

The Delaware State Police is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Diamond Betsill, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, who is wanted in connection with a robbery that occurred Saturday night in Wilmington.

On September 5, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., troopers responded to the Wawa located at 1702 Rocky Run Parkway in Wilmington for a report of a stolen vehicle. The preliminary investigation determined the victim and Betsill arrived at the Wawa together in the victim’s vehicle. Shortly afterward, the two became involved in a verbal confrontation that turned physical. During the dispute, Betsill used force to overpower the victim and stole the vehicle.

The victim was not injured during the incident.

Through an investigation, troopers identified  Betsill as the suspect and obtained a warrant for her arrest. Once located, Betsill will be charged with a felony offense of Robbery Second Degree.

Delaware State Police Troop 1 continues to investigate this incident. Anyone with information relevant to the investigation or Betsill’s wherabouts is asked to contact Senior Corporal T. Dyson at (302) 660-4298. 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 are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred last month on West Newport Pike in Wilmington.

On August 18, 2026, a Dodge Charger was traveling westbound, in the left lane, on West Newport Pike approaching Glen Berne Drive. At the same time, a Chevrolet Colorado was turning onto West Newport Pike from Glen Berne Drive. For reasons still under investigation, the Colorado entered the Charger’s lane of travel and as a result, the Charger struck the Colorado.

The driver of the Colorado, 75-year-old Walter Howell from Wilmington, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries. On September 6, 2026, he died from his injuries.

The driver of the Charger, a 25-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the collision, or has related video, to contact Senior Corporal D. McKenna by calling (302) 365-8486. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (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.