The Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s help with identifying the suspect who committed an armed robbery of the East Coast Liquors store in Millsboro earlier this month.

On December 15, 2022, at approximately 9:48 p.m., an unknown armed suspect entered East Coast Liquors in Millsboro and demanded money. Detectives have obtained photographs of the suspect and vehicle, which are pictured below.

Delaware State Police Investigating Armed Robbery at East Coast Liquors

The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues investigating this case. Troopers are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to contact Detective D. Yencer by calling 302-752-3791. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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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Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died in a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on December 25, 2022, in the Bear area as David Jones, 53, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Collision

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 Senior Corporal Calio by calling 302-365-8483. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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: 122822  1203

Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died in Newark on December 25, 2022, as Kevin Love, 24, of Bear, DE.

Delaware State Police Homicide Unit Conducting Criminal Investigation

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective M. Csapo by calling 302-741-2729. Information may also be provided by sending a Private Facebook Message to the Delaware State Police, by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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: 122822  1148

The Delaware State Police continually investigate theft from motor vehicle complaints. Many of these thefts have occurred from unlocked cars that were left running to warm up during the chilly morning hours. These crimes have resulted in the loss of money, electronics, personal belongings of value, personal identification, and other items. These types of thefts are avoidable by simply taking the extra time to ensure that your car is locked while parked at work, gas stations, shopping centers, and your residence, especially while it is unattended and running. Delaware State Police want to share the importance of locking your car each and every time to combat this preventable trend.

The Delaware State Police are offering the following prevention and awareness tips:

• Always keep the doors of your unattended vehicles locked and the windows shut.
• Do not leave items of value in your vehicle. These items include purses, wallets, credit cards, electronics, checkbooks, money, Social Security cards, loose change, documents, and paperwork with your printed personal information.
• Store valuable tools inside your residence. If needed daily for work, create an easy system to load and unload, such as using storage containers to transport.
• Lock your glove box, which should only store your registration and insurance cards. Do not store your vehicle title in the glove box. Store it in a safe place in your residence.
• Clear the vehicle of all clutter and personal items. This can give the general impression that other property of value may be kept within the vehicle.
• Do not keep a spare vehicle key hidden in the same vehicle. Do not store house keys or other keys in your vehicle.
• If possible, keep your vehicle parked under a lighted area that you can check from your residence.
• If you have a surveillance security system at home, include your vehicle in the angle of your camera. If you locate a suspicious subject on your property or around your vehicle, do not confront them. Instead, call 9-1-1 immediately.

And finally, be a good witness for your neighbors, co-workers, and fellow citizens. Pay attention and be aware of what is going on in your neighborhood and other places that you frequent throughout the course of your day.

Avoid taking a false security mindset. These crimes happen in all communities across the region. Your address will not safeguard your property.

Should old acquaintance be forgot? Should all cold car doors be kept locked? Yes! Lock your doors each time, so you can safely and happily welcome the New Year!

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The Delaware State Police Aviation Section is proud to announce its first-ever “Women in Aviation and Law Enforcement Seminar.”  This program, which will last seven weeks, will strive to inspire others to seek careers in these noble and exciting professions.  Participants will primarily meet at the DSP Hanger located at the Summit Airport in Middletown on Thursday evenings from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting March 2^nd, 2023.  Two off-site visits are scheduled, however, are contingent on the weather.

Master Corporal Carol Parton, DSP’s first-ever female pilot explains, “Before joining DSP, I actually worked as a civilian at Summit Airport. One day I watched the State Police Helicopter return to the airport and land after completing a mission.  I remember feeling in awe of the aircraft and had an opportunity to speak to the pilot.  He was so kind and interesting, ultimately inspiring me to want to become a Trooper and fly a helicopter for DSP. I hope to be as inspiring to someone else and just maybe they will consider a career in police work and aviation.”

Attendees will experience a variety of presentations over the course of the seven weeks, learn about the history of women in aviation, and hear from aviation industry experts.  Aviation Unit Commander Captain Jeff Whitmarsh says, “Our goal is to also showcase many of the interesting aspects of the State Police and how we work to positively impact public safety. Participants in this seminar will speak with leaders of several of our special units and learn how the Aviation Unit supports them.”

Those interested in participating must be at least 18 years of age and submit an email outlining their interest to DSP_AviationAdmin@delaware.gov.  The deadline for submissions is February 1^st, 2023.

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Released: 122722  1030

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is currently conducting a criminal investigation in the Newark area that began on Sunday night.

On December 25, 2022, at approximately 9:48 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the report of a possible fatal motor vehicle collision on southbound Route 896 south of Route 40.  Upon arrival, troopers located a single vehicle in a wooded area west of the roadway.  Inside the vehicle, a 24-year-old male victim was located as the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle.  Emergency Medical Services attempted to revive the victim, but he was pronounced deceased at the scene.  During an examination of the victim’s body, a gunshot wound was located in the victim. Identification of the victim is pending notification to the next of kin.

The Homicide Unit responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. Detectives are actively investigating the location of the incident and potential suspects.

Southbound Route 896 was closed for approximately 10 hours while the incident was investigated.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective M. Csapo by calling 302-741-2729. Information may also be provided by sending a Private Facebook Message to the Delaware State Police, by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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: 122622  1551

The Delaware State Police are investigating the armed robbery of a Wilmington area gas station that occurred early this morning.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:56 a.m., Monday, December 26, 2022, at the Exxon gas station, located at 5301 Concord Pike, Wilmington. A male suspect entered the business and confronted an employee while displaying a handgun. The suspect then demanded money. The employee complied and the suspect fled the scene on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect was last seen in the area of Naamans Road. The employee was not injured during the incident.

The suspect was described as a white male approximately 6’ tall, average build, wearing all dark clothing, a mask, and gloves.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Sergeant Pixley of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8402. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delawarecrimestoppersweb.com

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 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: 122622  1123

The Delaware State Police have identified the three victims who died in a fatal accident that occurred on December 24, 2022, in the Lewes area as Gerald Huss, 74, of Lewes, Delaware; Jessica Guida, 35, of Temple, Pennsylvania; and Jovie Wright, 9, of Temple, Pennsylvania.

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 contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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: 122622  1108

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Delaware State Police have arrested 29-year-old Javier Rodriguez of Newark, Delaware for reckless endangering, DUI, and other charges after he drove through a police investigation scene late last night.

On December 25, 2022, at approximately 11:34 p.m., troopers were at the scene of a fatal motor vehicle collision that had occurred in the area of Pulaski Highway and Becks Wood Drive in Bear. DelDOT crew members had closed westbound Pulaski Highway at Salem Church Road, and detectives from the Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) were investigating the scene. At this time, a 2016 gray Dodge Journey was traveling westbound on Pulaski Highway approaching this intersection. The driver of the Journey bypassed the DelDOT lane closures, disregarded the emergency vehicle lights and arrow boards that were being used to close the road, and continued westbound. A trooper attempted to stop the Journey, but the driver failed to stop on command and continued through the accident scene, nearly striking a DelDOT worker and a CRU detective. A short pursuit ensued until the Dodge came to a stop in the parking lot of the Rivera Taco Express restaurant, where the driver, identified as Javier Rodriguez, was taken into custody without further incident. No one was injured in this incident.

The trooper observed signs of impairment with Rodriguez, and a DUI investigation ensued. Rodriguez was subsequently taken to Troop 2 and charged with the following crimes:

• Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony) – two counts
• Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
• Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol
• Several traffic offenses

Rodriguez was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 11 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $8,103 secured bond.

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Released: 122622  1039

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Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian that occurred in the Bear area on Sunday night.

On December 25, 2022, at approximately 9:33 p.m., a 53-year-old Philadelphia man exited a vehicle on the right shoulder of westbound Route 40 at Scotland Drive.  The pedestrian began walking eastbound on the right shoulder of Route 40 westbound. The victim then entered the westbound lanes of travel and began walking east in the left lane. At the time, a silver 2020 Kia Sportage was traveling westbound on Route 40 in the left lane of travel.  The front left corner of the Kia struck the pedestrian in the left lane of travel and came to a controlled stop on the right shoulder of Route 40. The area of the collision was dark and not well lit. The pedestrian was wearing dark clothing and was not carrying a light at the time of the collision.

The 53-year-old male pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. Identification of the victim is pending notification of the next of kin.

No other vehicles were involved in this incident and no other injuries were reported.

Route 40 westbound at Salem Church Road was closed for approximately three 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 Senior Corporal Calio by calling 302-365-8483. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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: 122522  0924

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