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.
The following people are not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed people are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Delaware State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Bridgeville last night.
On October 4, 2023, at approximately 10:50 p.m., the Bridgeville Police Department responded to Canterbury Apartments for a report of a home invasion where a black male forced his way into the house and displayed a firearm to two residents. The suspect fled the scene prior to the arrival of the Bridgeville Police Department.
At approximately 11:30 p.m., the Emergency Operations Center received a phone call from a Perdue AgriBusiness- Bridgeville Grain Elevator and Feed Mill employee. The caller advised that a co-worker, later determined to be the same suspect from the home invasion, showed up at the business and stated that this was his last day. He displayed a firearm and told his colleague to call the police prior to fleeing the scene.
Troop 5 and officers from the Bridgeville Police Department responded to the area of Newton and Adams Road, where they located the suspect walking in a field. He was given commands to stop, and the suspect fired his weapon twice. A trooper returned fire. A short time later, the suspect was found dead in the middle of Newton Road with a gunshot wound. He had a firearm, and one shell casing from his gun was beside his body. At this time, it is unknown whether the suspect’s injuries were self-inflicted or resulted from the gunfire exchange.
The suspect is a 23-year-old man from Bridgeville. His name is being withheld until family and relatives are notified. Per Delaware State Police standard operating procedures, the involved trooper will be put on administrative leave while an investigation is conducted regarding the use of force.
The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is still actively investigating this incident and asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Sergeant S. Yeich by calling 302-741-2703. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-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 62-year-old Donna Miller, of Wilmington, Delaware, as the woman who died in the fatal crash that occurred in Newark.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed the incident to contact Cpl/1 A. McAndrew of Troop 2 CRU 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 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 are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred in August.
On August 29, 2023, at approximately 5:27 p.m., a green 2015 Chevrolet Cruze was traveling northbound on Harmony Road, approaching the intersection of Harmony Crest Drive. At the same time, a gray 2015 Ford Edge was stopped at the stop sign on Harmony Crest Drive. The Ford made a left turn from Harmony Crest Drive onto the northbound lane of Harmony Road. As the Ford turned left, its front right end struck the Chevrolet’s front left side. The impact forced the Chevrolet off the roadway and into the shoulder, where the right front tire struck a curb.
The driver of the Chevrolet, a 62-year-old woman from Wilmington, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital by ambulance, where she was admitted for critical injuries. On October 2, 2023, she died from injuries sustained during the crash. Her name is being withheld until her family and relatives are notified.
The driver of the Ford, a 54-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, was not injured. On the date of the crash, he was cited. However, additional charges may be pending as the investigation is still ongoing.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed the incident to contact Cpl/1 A. McAndrew 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 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 an armed carjacking that occurred in New Castle on Saturday afternoon.
On September 30, 2023, at approximately 4:36 p.m., troopers responded to a storage lot at 152 South Dupont Boulevard in New Castle for a carjacking. When troopers arrived, they discovered that a 28-year-old victim had entered the parking lot driving a Chevrolet Impala. The victim’s intention was to drop off a 59-year-old victim who was about to switch into a truck to make deliveries. However, before the switch could take place, an unidentified black male approached them. The suspect demanded money while displaying a firearm. The victims, both from New Castle, ran. The suspect fired several shots at the victims as they ran away. The suspect subsequently stole two bags of clothing from the 59-year-old victim’s truck and fled in the Impala.
There were no reported injuries following the incident. The stolen vehicle was recovered in the New Castle area on October 1, 2023. Surveillance images and video are not available at this time.
Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective C. Strecker by calling 302-365-8413. 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 following people are not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed people are 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 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.
The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate the homicide of 63-year-old Mark Garrett of Dover, Delaware, who was found dead on a bike trail in Dover, last month.
On August 30, 2023, at approximately 6:28 a.m., troopers responded to the Isaac Branch Greenway trail in the area of South Bay Road and President Drive, Dover, for a report of a man lying on the ground near the wood line. When troopers arrived, they discovered a man, later identified as Garrett, dead with severe injuries.
This case remains an active investigation, and Delaware Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 cash reward for information leading to an arrest. You can also provide information by calling Detective D. Grassi at (302) 365-8441, e-mailing daniel.grassi@delaware.gov, sending the Delaware State Police a private Facebook message, or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333. Tipsters can remain anonymous.
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 have identified 59-year-old Hector Hernandez, of Wilmington, Delaware, as the man who died in a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run collision that occurred Thursday morning in New Castle.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Sergeant J. Jefferson by calling 302-365-8484. 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.