The Delaware State Police are investigating a carjacking and shots fired incident that began in a parking lot of the Prices Corner shopping center and led down Interstate 95 in the Wilmington area last night.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:15 p.m., Monday, April 3, 2023, when troopers responded to the Prices Corner shopping center located at 3202 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington for the report of a carjacking. Upon arrival, it was determined an unknown suspect exited a Honda Accord and approached a 29-year-old male victim who had just returned to his white GMC Sierra in the parking lot. The victim opened the driver-side door to start the vehicle when he was approached from behind by the suspect, who struck him on the top of the head with a handgun. The suspect pointed the gun toward the victim and demanded him in the truck. The victim was then grabbed by a second suspect pointing a second firearm at him and placed the victim into the truck. As the suspects began to drive the stolen vehicle out of the parking lot, the victim was able to jump out of the truck and run into his nearby business. The stolen GMC then fled out of the parking lot.

After running to notify employees at the business of the incident, one of them jumped into his personal vehicle and followed the suspects in the stolen truck. The employee was able to follow the stolen GMC truck to the area of northbound Interstate 95 and Marsh Road, where the suspects fired 2 rounds at the employee’s vehicle striking it twice in the rear. The second victim then discontinued following the suspects.

The victims were not injured during the incident.

The stolen vehicle was later recovered unoccupied in the area of Garland Road and Lakewood Drive in Wilmington.

The suspects were described as four black males wearing all dark clothing and masks. The suspects were seen occupying a black Honda Accord before the incident, which was also observed fleeing the scene after the theft. Two of the suspects remained within the Accord.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit is currently investigating the incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling 302-365-8477. 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 1800 VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell

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Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that claimed the lives of two individuals yesterday evening in the Wilmington area.

The collision occurred on April 3, 2023, at approximately 4:44 p.m., when a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta was traveling eastbound on Philadelphia Pike in the left lane of travel. The Volkswagen slowed to a stop in front of the White Glove Car Wash located at 201 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. At the time, a 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 was traveling westbound on Philadelphia Pike from Marsh Road’s area in the right lane of travel at a high rate of speed. The Volkswagen attempted to make a left turn into the parking lot of the White Glove Car Wash. As the Volkswagen proceeded across the westbound lanes, the front of the Ram struck the right side of the Volkswagen. The Ram pushed the Volkswagen off the roadway and into the car wash parking lot, colliding with a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 parked in the lot.

The 42-year-old male operator of the Volkswagen from Chester, PA, who was not properly restrained, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The identification of the victim is pending notification to the next of kin.

The 34-year-old female passenger in the Volkswagen from Wilmington, DE, who was not properly restrained was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The identification of the victim is pending notification to the next of kin.

The 29-year-old male operator of the Ram from Philadelphia, PA, and his front passenger, who were also not properly restrained, were transported to an area hospital for minor injuries.

Impairment does not appear to be a factor. There are no charges at this time, but the investigation is in its early stages.

Philadelphia Pike was closed between Edgemoor Road and Hillcrest Avenue for approximately 5 hours while the collision was investigated, and the roadway cleared.

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 Corporal/2 M. Calio by calling 302-365-8483. 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.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell

Released: 040423  0936

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Delaware State Police are investigating a school threat directed at Brandywine High School, located at 1400 Foulk Road in Wilmington.

On April 3, 2023, at approximately 6:59 a.m., the Delaware State Police was made aware of a social media post in which an unknown suspect threatened to fire shots on the premises of Brandywine High School. Troopers responded to the school to ensure the safety of the students and staff. At this time, the Delaware State Police has no intelligence indicating that the threat was credible. Be mindful that the absence of intelligence does not mean the lack of a threat. Always call 911 to report suspicious activity.

Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone with information regarding this threat to contact Corporal M. Alexander by calling (302) 479-1600 Ext. 5012. 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.

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred earlier this morning in Felton.

On April 1, 2023, at approximately 1:52 a.m., a black 1998 Dodge Ram was traveling eastbound on Hopkins Cemetery Road near the intersection at Fox Hunters Road. The pickup began approaching a moderate left curve at a high rate of speed. As a result, the driver lost control of the truck, which began spinning until it exited the north side of the roadway and overturned.

The driver and only occupant of the Ram, a 28-year-old man from Harrington, Delaware, sustained critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified.

No other vehicles were involved in the collision. Hopkins Cemetery Road was closed for approximately three hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal J. Lane by calling 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.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Leonard DeMalto

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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, they are asked to call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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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.

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The Delaware State Police have arrested 19-year-old Tahvon Hughes of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania after he fled from a traffic stop in a stolen car yesterday morning in Millsboro.

On March 29, 2023, at approximately 10:50 a.m., troopers responded to Gravel Hill Road near Zoar Road regarding a stolen 2018 gray BMW X5 that was traveling through the area. BMW was able to provide GPS coordinates to police dispatchers, and a trooper saw the car headed southbound on Gravel Hill Road. Troopers attempted to stop the BMW on Gravel Hill Road south of Mount Joy Road, but the driver sped away. Troopers briefly pursued the stolen car until a State Police helicopter obtained a view of the BMW. The suspect continued speeding through Millsboro and eventually began traveling northbound towards Milton. With the helicopter still maintaining a visual on the car, the suspect proceeded through Milton and began heading northbound on Coastal Highway towards Milford. The BMW stopped on Coastal Highway just north of Sharps Road, and the driver turned the car off. The driver, identified as Tahvon Hughes, was subsequently taken into custody without incident.

Troopers confirmed that the BMW had been reported as stolen by the Philadelphia Police Department earlier that day.

Hughes was taken to Troop 4 and charged with the following offenses:

• Receiving Stolen Property Over $1,500 (Felony)
• Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
• Numerous traffic charges

Hughes was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $4,150 cash bond.

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Released: 033023  1140

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The Delaware State Police have arrested 33-year-old Bradley Shores of Dover, Delaware for burglarizing a residence in Dover yesterday afternoon.

On March 28, 2023, at approximately 12:14 p.m., troopers responded to the 100 block of President Drive for a report of a residential burglary. Troopers learned that the homeowner had been renovating the residence for some time, and when he returned to the property he saw that the lock to the back door had been damaged. When the homeowner went through the back door, suspect Bradley Shores ran out the front door of the home and went into a different house a short distance away. Troopers were able to locate Shores and take him into custody without incident. Shores was in possession of a large and concealed fixed blade knife at the time of his arrest.

Shores was taken to Troop 3 and charged with the following crimes:

• Burglary Second Degree (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
• Attempted Theft Under $1,500
• Criminal Mischief

Shores was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and was released on $7,500 unsecured bond. Shores was later committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a Violation of Probation warrant issued by Probation & Parole.

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Released: 032923  1543

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The Delaware State Police have arrested 60-year-old Melvin Phillips of Seaford, Delaware for felony DUI following a traffic stop that occurred in Seaford last night.

On March 28, 2023, at approximately 8:20 p.m., a trooper on patrol observed a blue 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier traveling westbound at a high rate of speed on Middleford Road near Tharp Road. The trooper stopped the car and contacted the driver and only occupant, identified as Melvin Phillips. The trooper detected signs of impairment and smelled alcohol coming from Phillips’ breath. Phillips was subsequently taken into custody at the scene for DUI. A computer checks of Phillips showed that he has four prior convictions for DUI.

Phillips was taken to Troop 5 and charged with 5th Offense DUI (felony) and numerous traffic charges. He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $8,004 cash bond.

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Released: 032923  1343

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a carjacking that occurred at a detox center in the Wilmington area yesterday afternoon.

The incident occurred at approximately 2:50 p.m., Tuesday, March 28, 2023, when troopers responded to the NET Centers, Kirkwood Recovery Center located at 3315 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington for the report of a carjacking. Upon arrival, it was determined a 66-year-old female victim who had just pulled into the parking lot, was approached by a female suspect who asked to use her phone. The female suspect then began to assault the victim and a physical altercation ensued over control of the vehicle. Ultimately, the suspect was able to gain control of the vehicle and drove off. The victim who was hanging onto the vehicle was thrown to the ground. The victim sustained injuries to the head and both upper and lower extremities but refused medical treatment at the scene.

Through investigative means, troopers were able to locate the stolen vehicle in the city of Wilmington. With the assistance of the Wilmington Police Department, a traffic stop was initiated but the suspect fled. Troopers pursued the vehicle onto northbound Interstate 95 and into Pennsylvania. Across the state line, the Pennsylvania State Police took primary control of the pursuit. The Pennsylvania State Police utilized their patrol vehicles to disable the suspect vehicle. The suspect identified as Nicole Mulski, 30, of Philadelphia, PA was taken into custody. Following Mulski facing charges in Pennsylvania, she will be extradited back to Delaware where she will be charged with Robbery 1^st Degree (Felony) and Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony).

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit is currently investigating the incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective D. Armstrong by calling 302-365-8410. 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 1800 VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell

Released: 032923  1125

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