The Delaware State Police are investigating a bank robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon in Wilmington.

On February 10, 2023, at approximately 2:10 p.m., an unknown white male entered the Artisans’ Bank located at 4901 Kirkwood Highway, approached the two desk tellers, a 28-year-old woman and a 30-year-old woman, and demanded money. The suspect implied that he had a gun, and the two tellers complied and surrendered an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect then fled from the bank towards an unknown destination. Troopers attempted to locate the suspect but were unable to do so. No one was injured during the robbery.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 30’s, approximately 5’08” tall, weighing approximately 150-160 pounds with a thin build, and wearing dark clothing. There are no images or surveillance videos available at this time.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this case. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this incident to please contact Detective B. Harris 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 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: 021123  1706

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal collision that occurred this morning in the town limits of Felton.

On February 11, 2023, at approximately 10:29 a.m., a red 2012 Ford Focus was traveling northbound on South Dupont Highway approaching the intersection at Midstate Road. At this time, a white Acura RLX was stopped at the red light on westbound Midstate Road waiting to turn left onto southbound South Dupont Highway. The red light turned to a green arrow for the Acura, and the green light turned to a red light for the Ford. The Acura began to turn left, but the driver of the Ford did not stop for the red light and continued northbound. As a result, the Ford struck the driver’s side of the Acura, causing both cars to come to a stop in the intersection.

The driver of the Ford Focus, a 25-year-old man from Smyrna, Delaware, was not injured. The driver of the Acura, a 66-year-old woman from Felton, Delaware, was taken by ambulance to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The front-seat passenger of the Acura, a 90-year-old man from Farmington, Delaware, was also taken by ambulance to an area hospital for his injuries but died later in the afternoon. Identification of the victim is pending notification to his family and relatives.

No other vehicles were involved in this collision. The roadway was closed for approximately one hour 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 Sergeant J. Wheatley by calling 302-698-8518. 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: 021123  1631

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The Delaware State Police have arrested 29-year-old Colby Camper of Harrington, Delaware on gun and drug charges following a traffic stop that occurred late last night in Seaford.

On February 10, 2023, at approximately 11:40 p.m., a trooper on patrol observed a white Honda Civic traveling southbound on Coverdale Road south of Mill Park Drive at a very high rate of speed. The trooper stopped the Civic and contacted the driver, identified as Colby Camper. Camper did not have his license with him and appeared to be very nervous. During the stop the trooper learned that Camper had just purchased drugs and had a gun inside of the car. Camper was taken into custody at the scene without incident, and a search of the Civic led to the discovery of a concealed handgun, approximately 9 grams of marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.

Camper was taken to Troop 5, where he was charged with the following offenses:

• Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Firearm (Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Possession of Marijuana
• Numerous traffic offenses

Camper was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3 and was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $15,300 secured bond.

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Released: 021123  1602

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian that occurred last night in Wilmington.

On February 10, 2023, at approximately 9:17 p.m., a blue 2017 Honda Accord was traveling southbound on Marsh Road approaching the intersection at Silverside Road. At the same time, a pedestrian was crossing Marsh Road walking from west to east. For unknown reasons, the pedestrian walked directly into the path of the Accord, which led to him being fatally struck in the area of Branmar Plaza.

The pedestrian, a 43-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, was not walking on a crosswalk or using a flashlight. He was taken to a nearby hospital for serious injuries but died later in the evening. Identification of the victim is pending notification to his family and relatives. The driver of the Accord, a 58-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, was wearing his seatbelt and was not injured.

No other cars were involved in this incident. The roadway was closed for approximately three hours while the scene was investigated and 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 Master Corporal J. Forester by calling 302-365-8485. 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: 021123  1537

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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 subjects, 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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Released: 021023  1540

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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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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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell

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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Leonard DeMalto

Released: 020923  1239

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