Delaware State Police have arrested 61-year-old Jose Morales-Colon of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for drug, weapon, and DUI offenses following a traffic stop in Millsboro.

On December 14, 2025, at approximately 12:01 a.m., a trooper saw a gray Dodge Charger traveling northbound on Dupont Boulevard near Centerview Drive in Millsboro with a headlight out. The trooper pulled the car over spoke to the driver, identified as Jose Morales-Colon. While the trooper spoke to Morales-Colon, they smelled the odor of marijuana coming from the car, and Morales-Colon showed multiple signs of impairment. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests were administered, and after the tests Morales-Colon was taken into custody without incident. During a search of the car, troopers found the following items:

• Approximately 18.77 grams of cocaine
• Approximately .72 grams of marijuana
• .5 dosage units of suspected oxycodone
• Large, serrated machete concealed in the rear passenger seat
• $8,135 in suspected drug proceeds

Morales-Colon was taken to Troop 4, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $51,503 cash bond.

• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
• Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony)
• Consume Marijuana, Personal Use Quantity in Public Areas/Motor Vehicle
• Possession of a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance except Human Growth Hormone Without a Prescription
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – 2 counts
• Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of a Combination of Alcohol and Any Drug
• Failure to Have Two Headlamps
• Other Traffic Violations

Delaware State Police have arrested 42-year-old Donnel Eaddy of Dover, Delaware, for a felony gun offense, resisting arrest, and DUI following a traffic stop in Dover.

On December 12, 2025, at approximately 9:50 p.m., a trooper on patrol saw a gray Chevrolet Malibu traveling northbound on US Route 13 near Jerome Drive, swerving all over the road. The trooper pulled the car over spoke to the driver, identified as Donnel Eaddy. While troopers spoke to Eaddy, he showed multiple signs of impairment and Standardized Field Sobriety Tests were administered. After the tests, Eaddy resisted arrest but was ultimately taken into custody after a taser deployment. During an inventory search of the car, troopers found a multi-caliber rifle, magazines, and ammunition.

Eaddy was taken to Troop 9, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of Peace Court 7, and released after posting a $2,650 secured bond.

• Possession of a Firearm/Destructive Weapon if Previously Convicted of a Violent Felony (Felony)
• Driving Under the Influence of a Combination of Alcohol and Any Drug
• Resisting Arrest
• Failure to Remain in a Single Lane

The Delaware State Police have arrested 39-year-old Neal Barnes, 52-year-old Anthony James, and 51-year-old Kevin Walker, all from Dover, Delaware, for felony drug and gun charges following three search warrants in Dover.

On December 11, 2025, members of the Kent County Drug Unit executed search warrants at three residences on the 60, 70, and 100 blocks of Vanessa Drive in Dover. The search warrants were obtained following an investigation of Neal Barnes, Anthony James, and Kevin Walker for the distribution of illegal narcotics from their residences. During the search warrants, all three suspects were detained inside their respective homes without incident, and a child was present in Walker’s residence.

During a search of Barnes’ residence, detectives found the following items:

• Approximately 2.76 grams of cocaine
• Approximately 99.76 grams of crack cocaine
• 9mm handgun and ammunition
• .38 caliber handgun and ammunition
• Digital scales
• Drug paraphernalia

During a search of James’ residence, detectives found the following items:

• Approximately 19.88 grams of crack cocaine
• Approximately 52.59 grams of cocaine
• Drug paraphernalia
• $2,472 in suspected drug proceeds

During a search of Walker’s residence, detectives found the following items:

• Approximately .69 grams of heroin
• Approximately .35 grams of methamphetamine
• Approximately 11.77 grams of crack cocaine
• Approximately 31 ecstasy pills
• Approximately 14 acetaminophen and oxycodone hydrochloride pills
• Approximately 21 buprenorphine and naloxone sublingual films

Barnes was arrested and taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $57,000 cash bond.

• Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
• Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm/Destructive Weapon if Previously Convicted of a Violent Felony (Felony) – 3 counts
• Possession of a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance except Human Growth Hormone without a Prescription
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

James was arrested and taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $146,000 cash bond.

• Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 3 (Felony)
• Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Walker was arrested and taken to Troop 3, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $39,500 secured bond.

• Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tier 2 (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession of a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance except Human Growth Hormone without a Prescription – 5 counts
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child by Committing a Drug Offense with a Child in the Dwelling

Delaware State Police have arrested 51-year-old David Thornton of Essex, Maryland, following a carjacking incident that occurred yesterday afternoon in Middletown.

On December 12, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a Texas man was traveling north on State Route 301 near Summit Bridge Road, in a white Chevrolet Silverado, when he saw two vehicles that had been involved in a crash. The man stopped to help and spoke to the driver of a Mercedes involved in the crash, later identified as David Thornton. While the victim was calling 9-1-1, he saw Thronton get into the driver’s seat of his Silverado. When the victim opened the back door of the Silverado, Thornton began reaching for something, told the victim to get out, and sped away.

The Silverado was tracked electronically and was located a short time later on the ramp from northbound I-95 to Airport Road after it struck a guard rail. When troopers arrived, Thornton was taken into custody without incident. During a search of the Silverado, troopers found a revolver style CO2 BB gun.

Thornton was taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries from the crashes. After he was released, he was taken to Troop 2, 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 $20,000 cash bond.

• Robbery 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Multiple Crash Related Traffic Violations

The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) 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 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Note: Some of the individuals listed below are also homeless. Their profiles will not be duplicated in the separate homeless sex offender news release, as their wanted status is already reflected here and within their public sex offender registry listing.

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 individual is occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The Delaware State Police continues to investigate the fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash that occurred Saturday morning in Wilmington.

Through investigative means, troopers have identified and located a gray 2011 Saab 93 as the vehicle involved in the crash and have identified the Saab’s driver as a 24-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the crash, and no charges have been filed yet. Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the crash, has surveillance or dash-camera footage, or has relevant information to contact Master Corporal R. Kunicki at (302) 365-8417. 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 arrested 55-year-old Jason Doyle, of Wilmington, Delaware, for felony drug offenses and related charges on Wednesday.

On December 10, 2025, the Delaware State Police Governor’s Task Force (GTF) executed a search warrant in the 100 block of Denn Place, in Wilmington. The search warrant was obtained after GTF detectives investigated Doyle for selling illegal narcotics from his home. Doyle was seen outside his home just prior to the search and was detained without incident.

The following items were found during the search:

• Approximately 520.90 grams of suspected cocaine
• A digital scale
• Packaging materials

Detectives discovered contraband in areas where children who live in the house could’ve accessed the illegal substances.

Doyle was taken to Troop 2 where he was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $42,200 cash bond.

• Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of Controlled Substance Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child – 2 counts
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

The Delaware State Police have identified 77-year-old Jeffrey Holloway, of Dover, Delaware, as the man who died in a fatal crash Wednesday morning in Hartly.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Master Corporal J. Lane at (302) 698-8457. 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.

Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred yesterday morning in Hartly.

On December 10, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., a Honda Accord was traveling eastbound on Judith Road approaching Hartly Road. At the same time, a Ford Focus was traveling southbound on Hartly Road approaching Judith Road. The preliminary investigation revealed that the Honda pulled away from the stop sign, and into the path of the Ford. As a result, the front of the Ford struck the driver’s side of the Honda.

The driver of the Honda, a 77-year-old man from Dover, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

The driver of the Ford, an 18-year-old woman from Hartly, Delaware, was treated at the scene but refused transport to the hospital.

Hartly Road was closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Master Corporal J. Lane at (302) 698-8457. 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.