The Delaware State Police have arrested 39-year-old Mark Smith, of Ellendale, Delaware, as the second suspect involved in the bank robbery that occurred last month at WSFS Bank in Rehoboth Beach.

During the investigation, detectives learned that a second suspect, identified as Mark Smith, helped Demetrius Frith-Thompson plan and commit the robbery. Detectives also learned that Smith drove Frith-Thompson to the area of WSFS Bank and after the robbery, Frith-Thompson discarded his disguise, changed clothes in the Chick-fil-A bathroom, met Smith and fled the area.

On September 8, 2026, Smith was arrested and taken to Troop 4. He was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $6,000 secured bond and violation of probation.

• Robbery 2^nd Degree (Felony)
• Conspiracy 2^nd Degree (Felony)

The Delaware State Police arrested 68-year-old Mark Boyd, from Milford, Delaware, 36-year-old Gary Williams, from Ellendale, Delaware, and 34-year-old Joseph Palmer, from Seaford, Delaware, in connection with a narcotics distribution investigation in Milford.

On September 2, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Delaware State Police Kent County Governor’s Task Force were patrolling Unity Lane in Milford, when they observed Boyd make several suspected drug transactions. Through the investigation, detectives determined that Boyd, Williams, and Palmer were working together to store narcotics and proceeds from drug sales at multiple lots and inside several vehicles on Unity Lane.

Detectives responded to the identified locations and took all three suspects into custody without incident. Detectives subsequently searched the lots and vehicles and recovered the following:

• Approximately 16.5 grams of suspected crack cocaine
• Approximately 11.4 grams of suspected heroin
• Approximately 6.8 grams of suspected cocaine
• Approximately $1,500 in suspected drug sale proceeds
• Three digital scales
• Drug packaging materials

All three suspects were taken to Troop 3.

Boyd was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and released on a $80,200 unsecured bond.

• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Williams was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $80,200 cash bond.

• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Palmer was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $80,200 cash bond.

• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession with the Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance Tier 1 Quantity (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

The Delaware State Police have arrested 63-year-old James Elliott, of Laurel, Delaware, for vehicular homicide, and related charges, following the fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred in Laurel on August 27, 2026.

During the crash investigation, troopers contacted the driver of the Nissan Frontier, identified as James Elliott, at the hospital. During their contact, Elliott showed signs of impairment and troopers subsequently obtained and executed a search warrant for a sample of his blood at the hospital.

On September 3, 2026, Elliott was charged with the offenses listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and committed to the Department of Correction on a $21,500 cash bond.

• Vehicular Homicide Second Degree – Driving Under the Influence – Negligent Causing Death (Felony)
• Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol
• Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the collision, or has related video, to contact Sergeant A. Mitchell by calling (302) 703-3269. 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.

The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Monday morning in Dover.

On September 7, 2026, at approximately 1:20 a.m., police responded to Bayhealth Kent Campus for a 23-year-old man who was being treated for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown suspect in an unknown vehicle, fired shots at a residence on the 200 block of South Governor’s Boulevard in Capitol Park. The victim was struck by gunfire and taken to the hospital by private vehicle.

Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with relevant information about the case to contact Detective S. O’Leary by calling (302) 698-8527. 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 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 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police arrested 37-year-old Bruce Thorngate IV, of Wilmington, Delaware, on multiple felony charges after he threatened four people with a handgun Sunday evening at a shopping center in Wilmington.

On September 6, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., troopers responded to the Chestnut Run Shopping Center, located at 1714 Faulkland Road in Wilmington, for a report that a suspect had threatened multiple people with a handgun. Troopers were provided with a description of the suspect, who had fled from the shopping center toward a nearby neighborhood.

Troopers located Thorngate, who matched the suspect’s description, walking in the Greenville on 141 community. During a subsequent search, troopers recovered a loaded handgun from his waistband. Thorngate was taken into custody without incident.

The preliminary investigation revealed that Thorngate was standing near a store in the shopping center when he noticed the four victims. For reasons that remain under investigation, Thorngate lifted his shirt, revealing the handgun, and threatened to kill the victims. Troopers also learned that Thorngate had a prior felony conviction and was prohibited from possessing or carrying a firearm.

None of the victims were injured during the incident.

Thorngate was taken to Troop 6 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 $64,000 cash bond.

• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited Prior Violent Crime (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
• Aggravated Menacing (Felony) – 4 counts
• Terroristic Threatening – 4 counts

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 these individuals, please call (302) 739-5882.  Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.  The individuals shown represent 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 homeless sex offender public notification.  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 have arrested 26-year-old Demetrius Frith-Thompson, of Milford, Delaware, for the bank robbery that occurred at WSFS Bank in Rehoboth Beach.

On September 3, 2026, Frith-Thompson turned himself in at Troop 4. He was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace, and released on a $3,000 unsecured bond.

• Robbery 2^nd Degree (Felony)
• Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)

The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who has any information in regard to the incident to contact Detective L. Coleman at (302) 752-3813. 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 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 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Colonel William D. Crotty, the Superintendent of the Delaware State Police, proudly announces the graduation of the 106th Delaware State Police and 102nd Municipal Police Recruit Class.

On August 20, 2026, a graduation ceremony was held at Dover Middle School to commemorate the successful completion of the Delaware State Police Training Academy.  There, 9 Delaware State Troopers and 9 Municipal Police Officers, representing the Delaware Natural Resources Police, the Georgetown Police Department, the Laurel Police Department, the Middletown Police Department, the New Castle City Police Department, and the University of Delaware Police Department, were recognized, marking the beginning of their careers in public service.

In addition to a message from one of their own, Trooper Wyatt Skinner, who was selected by his classmates to address the class and guests, the program also included messages to the class from:

State Prosecutor Dan Logan
Delaware Department of Justice

Secretary Joshua A. Bushweller
Department of Safety and Homeland Security

Colonel William D. Crotty
Superintendent of the Delaware State Police

In recognition of exemplary achievements, the following awards were presented:

Trooper Kimani Carrington
Patrolman Gregory Catts, Laurel Police Department
Delaware State Police Academy Physical Fitness Award

Trooper Nicholas Verderame
Outstanding Proficiency in Police Firearms Award

Officer Christian D’Agostino, University of Delaware Police Department
Delaware State Police Academy Core Value Award

Patrolman Gregory Catts, Laurel Police Department
The Secretary of Safety and Homeland Security Award

Trooper Cameron Smith
The Attorney General’s Award for Legal Excellence

Officer James Young, University of Delaware Police Department
Delaware Association of Chiefs of Police Award

Trooper Wyatt Skinner
Governor’s Outstanding Recruit Trooper Award

106th Delaware State Police Recruit Class

Trooper Leah Brasure

Trooper Kimani Carrington

Trooper Antoine Davis

Trooper Cody Garrison

Trooper Dylan Nibblett

Trooper Wyatt Skinner

Trooper Cameron Smith

Trooper Nicholas Verderame

Trooper Adam Warrington

102nd Municipal Police Recruit Class

Officer Evan Strickland, Delaware Natural Resources Police

Patrolman John Briddell, Georgetown Police Department

Patrolman Gregory Catts, Laurel Police Department

Officer James Cash, Middletown Police Department

Officer Nicholas Misso, Middletown Police Department

Officer Joseph Nicotra, New Castle City Police Department

Officer Bryan Powell, New Castle City Police Department

Officer Christian D’Agostino, University of Delaware Police Department

Officer James Young, University of Delaware Police Department

The Delaware State Police continues to investigate the bank robbery that occurred on August 29, 2026, at WSFS Bank in Rehoboth Beach.

Through investigative means, detectives have identified 26-year-old Demetrius Frith-Thompson, of Milford, Delaware, as the suspect and obtained a warrant for his arrest. Detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating Frith-Thompson.

Detectives are asking anyone who has information as to the whereabouts of Frith-Thompson to call 9-1-1 or DSP Troop 4 at (302)-856-5850. Anyone with information about the robbery investigation is asked to contact Detective L. Coleman at (302) 752-3813. 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 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 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police have identified 48-year-old Paul Lawson of Harbeson, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Tuesday in Lewes.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash to contact Master Corporal R. Albert at (302) 703-3266. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or by 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.