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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Released: 021023  1508

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The Delaware State Police have arrested 33-year-old Daniel Harding of Townsend, Delaware on numerous gun charges following a traffic stop that occurred yesterday morning.

On February 9, 2023, at approximately 9:48 a.m., a trooper on patrol observed a white 2005 Dodge Ram with an expired registration traveling southbound on Dupont Parkway in the area of Blackbird Forest Road in Townsend. The trooper stopped the pickup truck and contacted the driver and only occupant, identified as Daniel Harding. While speaking with Harding, the trooper smelled marijuana coming from inside of the Ram, which was not insured. The trooper also learned that there were firearms inside of the vehicle.

Computer checks revealed that Harding is a convicted felon prohibited from possessing firearms. Harding was taken into custody at the scene without incident, and a search of the pickup truck led to the discovery of three concealed handguns, a shotgun, various rounds of ammunition, approximately .67 grams of methamphetamine, approximately 1.49 grams of marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.

Harding was taken to Troop 9 and charged with the following offenses:

• Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 4 counts
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 4 counts
• Possession of Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) – 4 counts
• Carrying a Concealed Firearm (Felony) – 3 counts
• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Possession of Marijuana
• Several traffic offenses

Harding was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $76,504 secured bond.

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Released: 021023  1342

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Yesterday the Delaware State Police arrested 18-year-old Tyion George of New Castle, Delaware and two other teenagers after they were found to be in possession of a stolen car.

On February 9, 2023, at approximately 5:07 a.m., a 39-year-old Wilmington woman parked her white 2023 Kia Sportage rental car at the Wawa located at 400 Wilson Road in Wilmington. While the woman was inside of the store, a black 2020 GMC Terrain circled the parking lot and then stopped. A male passenger from the Terrain exited the SUV, walked over to the Kia, got into the driver’s seat, and drove away from the area. Troopers responded to the scene but were unable to locate either the GMC Terrain or the stolen Kia. Later in the morning at approximately 11:15 a.m., officers from the New Castle County Police Department located the GMC parked next to the stolen Kia on Freedom Trail in New Castle. The GMC was occupied by Tyion George and two male teenagers, ages 17 and 16. The ignition keys for the Kia were found under the driver’s seat of the GMC.

George and the two teens were taken to Troop 2, where they were each charged with the following crimes:

• Receiving Stolen Property Over $1,500 (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)

George was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and released on $4,000 unsecured bond.

The 17-year-old and 16-year-old were both arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and both teens were committed to the New Castle County Detention Center on $4,000 cash bond.

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Released: 021023  1228

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Delaware State Police Troop 6 and State Representative Mike Smith will be hosting a Community Café at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. The event will be held at the Drip Café, located at 144 Lantana Drive in Hockessin. The Community Café will have Troop 6 Administration, Community Engagement Officers, and State Representative Mike Smith in attendance to meet and interact with members of the public. This Community Café is often referred to as “Coffee with a Cop” by other police agencies. It is being held in an effort to strengthen the relationship between the Delaware State Police and the communities that we proudly serve.

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Released: 020923 1300

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The Delaware State Police have arrested 23-year-old John Wyatte of Dover, Delaware and three other people after concluding a drug investigation yesterday in Dover.

On February 8, 2023, at approximately 2:26 p.m., Wyatte was observed participating in a drug transaction in the Dover area. Wyatte then entered the back of a silver 2022 Toyota RAV4 and traveled to the Redner’s Market located at 2500 South Dupont Highway in Camden. Troopers conducted a traffic stop on the Toyota in the parking lot, but the driver, identified as 28-year-old Ronald Maddray, fled from the car on foot. Troopers gave chase and detained Maddray a short time later without incident. Troopers also took Wyatte into custody, along with two other passengers, identified as 21-year-old Briana Winder and 28-year-old Marvin Farlow.

A search of the RAV4 and the immediate surrounding area led to the discovery of the following:

• Approximately 91.04 grams of crack cocaine
• Approximately 35 Oxycodone pills
• Approximately 44 doses of buprenorphine
• Approximately 102 glassine baggies containing approximately 0.714 grams of suspected heroin
• Approximately 3.01 grams of marijuana
• Over $3,600 in suspected drug dealing proceeds
• Two loaded handguns

Computer checks showed that both Wyatte and Maddray are convicted felons prohibited from possessing firearms.

Wyatte, Maddray, Winder, and Farlow were taken to Troop 3 and charged with the following crimes:

John Wyatte of Dover, Delaware:

• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance in a Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 3 counts
• Illegal Gang Participation (Felony)
• Tampering With Evidence (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Marijuana
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Wyatte was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $104,300 cash bond.

Ronald Maddray of Wilmington, Delaware:

• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance in a Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 3 counts
• Illegal Gang Participation (Felony)
• Tampering With Evidence (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Resisting Arrest
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Maddray was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $105,200 cash bond.

Briana Winder of Dover, Delaware:

• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance in a Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 3 counts
• Tampering With Evidence (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Winder was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $102,200 cash bond.

Marvin Farlow of Frederica, Delaware:

• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance in a Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 3 counts
• Tampering With Evidence (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Farlow was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $102,200 cash bond.

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Released: 020923  1239

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The Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died in a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on February 3, 2023, in Millsboro as Karen Shiles, 62, of Georgetown, Delaware.

State Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Collision

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Sergeant J. Burns 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 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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Released: 020823  1443

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The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred in the Beaver Brook Plaza parking lot in New Castle on Monday afternoon.

On February 6, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a 17-year-old male was walking through the Beaver Brook Plaza parking lot near the Dollar Tree when he was approached by four unknown teenagers. The teenage suspects accosted the victim and demanded property from him. One of the teens pointed a handgun at the victim, who complied with the group’s demands. The four suspects then ran away towards an unknown location. The 17-year-old was not injured.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this case. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this incident to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling 302-365-8472. 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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Released: 020823  1302

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Delaware State Police are investigating the discharge of a gun inside the Appoquinimink High School that occurred Monday night during a high school basketball game.

On February 6, 2023, at approximately 7:16 p.m., troopers responded to Appoquinimink High School, located at 1080 Bunker Hill Road, Middletown, for a report of a shot fired. Two troopers who were working extra duty for a basketball game at the school responded to a hallway outside of the gymnasium where a fight had just occurred. Further investigation revealed that a handgun fell to the ground during a large fight. The gun was stepped on during the physical altercation causing the gun to discharge and strike a wall. Subsequently, the handgun was recovered in the hallway. There were no injuries as a result of the discharged firearm.

The suspects were last observed running from the school towards the football stadium. The number of suspects and their involvement is still being determined.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigation Unit continues to investigate this case. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this incident to please contact Detective B. Timmons by calling 302-365-8434. 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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Released: 020723 1330

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian that occurred in a Millsboro parking lot on Friday afternoon.

On February 3, 2023, at approximately 12:44 p.m., a white 2013 Jeep Wrangler had come to stop at a stop sign in the parking lot of the Back Bay Shopping Center, located at the intersection of John J. Williams Highway and Bay Farm Road. At this time, a woman walked in front of the Jeep just as the driver began moving forward from the stop sign. As a result, the front of the Jeep struck the woman at a very low speed, causing the victim to fall to the ground.

The driver of the Jeep, a 60-year-old woman from Millsboro, Delaware, was not injured. The pedestrian who was struck, a 62-year-old woman from Georgetown, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital via helicopter for serious injuries. She later died on the evening of February 5, 2023. Identification of the victim is pending notification to her family and relatives.

No other vehicles were involved in this crash. No roadways were closed as a result of the collision.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Sergeant J. Burns 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 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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Released: 020623  1529

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The Delaware State Police have identified the victim involved in a serious crash that turned fatal in the Milton area on February 4, 2023, as Charles Maxwell, 20, of Milton, Delaware. Maxwell was later pronounced deceased on February 4, 2023 at the hospital.

Delaware State Police Investigating Serious Injury Crash into a Residence

The Delaware State Police Troop-7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Corporal/1 J. Smith by calling 302-703-3267. 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: 020623  1140

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