The following subjects are not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed subjects are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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Released: 110522 0643

Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a serious motor vehicle collision on South Dupont Highway (Route 13) in the Felton area. As a result, southbound Route 13 is closed in the area of Reeves Crossing Road for an extended period. Motorists are urged to seek alternate routes of travel to avoid delays. This collision is in the early stages of the investigation. Additional details will be released once they become available.

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Released: 110422 2310

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Delaware State Police Troop 3 is seeking the public’s assistance with locating 36-year-old Phillip Vilone of Harrington, Delaware. Vilone currently has felonious burglary-related charges. He is approximately 5’ 10” tall, weighing 180 lbs., with hazel eyes and brown hair.

Anyone with information regarding Vilone’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact Detective R. Costlow at (302) 698-8527. Information may also be provided by sending a Private Facebook Message to the Delaware State Police or 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: 110422 1355

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Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a serious motor vehicle collision on Marl Pit Road at Dupont Parkway (US 13). As a result, US 13 southbound will be closed for an extended period. Motorists are urged to seek alternate routes of travel to avoid delays. This collision is in the early stages of the investigation. Additional details will be released once they become available.

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Released: 110322 1441

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Delaware State Police have identified the victims who died in a fatal vehicle collision that occurred on October 30, 2022, in the Saint Georges area as Michael Ferris, 56, of Middletown, Delaware, and Alexis Ferris, 19, of Wilmington, Delaware.

Delaware State Police Investigating Double Fatal 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 Sergeant J. Jefferson by calling 302-365-8484. 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: 110322  1255

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Delaware State Police have arrested a 16-year-old juvenile on weapons charges following a shooting that occurred in Dover on Sunday afternoon.

On October 30, 2022, at approximately 2:05 p.m., troopers responded to Joshua Clayton Road in Dover regarding a report of shots fired. Upon their arrival, troopers learned that a 26-year-old male had been walking in the area when a male suspect fired multiple handgun rounds in his direction. The victim was not struck by gunfire and was not injured. The ensuing investigation revealed that a 16-year-old male juvenile had fired approximately twelve rounds at the victim before fleeing the area on foot.

The juvenile suspect was later identified by detectives and taken into custody at his residence on November 1, 2022. He was transported to Troop 3 and charged with the following crimes:

• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Under 21 (Felony)
• Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony)

The juvenile was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 2 and released after having his $1,500 cash bond posted.

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Released: 110222  1212

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Delaware State Police have arrested 43-year-old Naquan Bumbrey of Dover, Delaware for felony DUI following a traffic stop that occurred in the Dover area on Saturday evening.

On October 29, 2022, at approximately 7:06 p.m., a trooper on patrol observed a black 1998 Toyota Corolla traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed on Forest Avenue in the area of Rose Valley School Road. The trooper conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and made contact with the driver, identified as Naquan Bumbrey. The trooper detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage and observed signs of impairment with Bumbrey. A DUI investigation ensued and Bumbrey was subsequently taken into custody without incident. A computer check of Bumbrey revealed that he had six prior convictions for DUI.

Bumbrey was transported to Troop 3, where he was charged with 7^th Offense DUI (felony) and numerous other traffic offenses. He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 7 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $20,400 cash bond.

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Released: 110222  1201

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The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continue to investigate the murder of Hemantkumar Maganlal Chauhan, 57, of Wilmington. Today marks the 10^th anniversary of this unsolved murder.

On, Friday, November 2^nd, 2012, Hemantkumar Maganlal Chauhan who owned the Penn-Bantum Market located at 418 Newport Gap Pike Wilmington, DE, was working when a male suspect entered the store armed with a knife. The suspect jumped over the counter and had a physical altercation with the victim which resulted in him being stabbed. Chauhan subsequently died from the injuries sustained from the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male with a light skin-tone, approximately 5’10”-6′ tall, muscular build, wearing a black hooded jacket, a baseball hat, blue jeans, and white sneakers.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is investigating this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective Maher by calling 302-739-5939. 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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell

Released: 110222 1020

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Delaware State Police have arrested 56-year-old Michael Fletcher of Wilmington, Delaware for aggravated menacing and other charges following an attempted stabbing that occurred on Saturday evening.

On October 29, 2022, at approximately 6:11 p.m., troopers responded to the Total Wine & More business, located at 691 Naamans Road in Claymont, regarding disorderly subjects inside of the store. The ensuing investigation revealed that a female subject had been involved in a dispute with a store employee. During the dispute, an acquaintance of the female, later identified as Michael Fletcher, approached the employee and lunged at him with a knife, cutting his shirt. The employee was not harmed and was able to run away from Fletcher.

Troopers located Fletcher on foot a short distance away, and he was taken into custody without incident. A search of Fletcher led to the discovery of a concealed knife. Fletcher was transported to Troop 1, where he was charged with the following crimes:

• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)

Fletcher was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 11 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $4,500 secured bond.

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Released: 110122  1224

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Delaware State Police are on the scene of a motor vehicle collision that occurred today, November 1, 2022, at the intersection of Laurel Road and Lowes Crossing Road in Millsboro. As a result, there may be power outages in the area. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes of travel.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Sergeant India Sturgis

Released: 110122 0951

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