The Delaware State Police are investigating a bomb threat that was called into a store at the Concord Mall located at 4737 Concord Pike, Wilmington this afternoon.

The incident occurred around 2:33 p.m. today, Sunday, May 8, 2022, when an employee from a store in the mall received a text message from an unknown subject posing as a former employee, who threatened to blow up the store. The panic from the initial threat caused subjects to knock objects to the ground, creating loud banging noises. These loud noises were mistakenly reported as gun shots. Troopers responded to the scene and evacuated the mall. A search was conducted and nothing out of the ordinary or suspicious was located. The mall remained closed the remainder of the evening.

This is an active and on-going investigation. Anyone who has information in regards to this incident or who may have witnessed anything suspicious, is asked to contact Sergeant Pezzuto of the Troop 2 Criminal Investigative Unit at 302-365-8397. 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.

Delaware State Police Conducting Criminal Investigation – Concord Mall

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Delaware State Police are currently conducting a criminal investigation at the Concord Mall. As a result, there is an increased police presence in the area and mall entrances are currently closed. This investigation is in the early stages and is considered active and ongoing. Additional information will be released once it becomes available.

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Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single motor-vehicle collision that occurred on I-495 last night.

On May 6, 2022, at approximately 9:24 p.m., a 2007 Grand Marquis driven by a 65-year-old man of Newark, DE was traveling southbound on I-495 south of Philadelphia Pike.  The Marquis left its lane of travel at a bend in the roadway and entered the median where the driver’s side of the vehicle struck a guardrail.  As a result of the collision the vehicle overturned and came to rest on its roof.

The 65-year-old operator of the Marquis was transported to Christiana Hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.  The 64-year-old female front seat passenger of Newark, DE was transported to Christiana Hospital where she was pronounced deceased. Identification of the victim is pending notification to the next of kin.

Southbound lanes of I-495 were closed for approximately 4 hours while the crash was investigated, and the roadway was cleared.

Both the operator and passenger were wearing their seatbelts.  Impairment on the part of the operator is pending a toxicology analysis.  The investigation into this collision is ongoing.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this collision. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Sergeant John Jefferson by calling 302-365-8484. 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

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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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Dover– 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, via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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Dover – Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offender after he either failed to register or re-register his current address. If anyone knows the location of this subject, they are asked to call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, or  www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance with locating 34-year-old Thomas Alexander of Delmar, DE. Alexander currently has an active felony criminal warrant for his arrest as well as several court capiases.

Alexander is described as a white male, approximately 5’06” tall, weighing approximately 154 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. His current whereabouts are unknown, but he may be operating a black Ford F-150 pickup truck.

Attempts to locate Alexander have been unsuccessful. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Trooper First Class N. Geannakakes of Delaware State Police Troop 5 at 302-337-1090 or by calling 9-1-1. 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.

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Delaware State Police have arrested Alfred Woodward, 37, of Newark, DE, for theft of a motor vehicle and related charges following an incident Thursday morning.

On May 5, 2022, at approximately 11:46 a.m., Troopers responded to the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) located at 23697 Dupont Boulevard, Georgetown, for a reported theft of a motor vehicle. The investigation revealed that a Penske Rental truck was stolen from the parking lot of DelDOT by a male suspect, later identified as Alfred Woodward. Through investigative efforts, the Dover Police Department located the stolen vehicle, parked on South Governor’s Avenue with Woodward still occupying the vehicle. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 3, where he was charged with the following crimes:

• Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Felony)
• Theft Over $1500 (Felony)
• Criminal Trespass

Woodward was arraigned by Justice of Peace Court # 2 and released on his own recognizance.

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Delaware State Police have arrested 23-year-old Tiant Handy of Lincoln, DE and 21-year-old Thomas Finney of Milton, DE for weapon and drug charges following a traffic stop that occurred on Thursday evening.

On May 5, 2022 at approximately 10:25 p.m., a trooper on patrol in the Lincoln area observed a silver Dodge Avenger traveling westbound on Fitzgeralds Road west of Dupont Boulevard. The trooper noticed that the vehicle’s registration had expired, and a traffic stop was initiated on West Clogg Drive. Upon contacting the operator, identified as Tiant Handy, the trooper observed a partially concealed firearm in the vehicle. Both Handy and passenger Thomas Finney were then taken into custody at the scene without incident. A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of two loaded Smith & Wesson handguns and approximately 1 gram of marijuana.

Both Handy and Finney were transported to Troop 4 and charged with the following offenses:

Tiant Handy:

• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
• Possession of Marijuana
• Expired Tags

Handy was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and released on $8,250 unsecured bond.

Thomas Finney:

• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
• Conspiracy Second Degree

Finney was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and released on $6,000 unsecured bond.

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Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted bank robbery that occurred Thursday afternoon.

On May 5, 2022, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Delaware State Police responded to the Wells Fargo Bank located at 5801 Limestone Road, Hockessin, for a report of a robbery. The investigation determined a male suspect entered the bank and displayed handgun towards three bank tellers located behind the counter. The suspect while holding a handgun in the air demanded the bank manager to come forward. The tellers reacted by pushing the panic alarm and ran to a secured room. The bank manager also ran from the business through a rear exit door. After no employees complied the suspect fled the scene without obtaining any cash.

The suspect was described as a white male, approximately 30-40 years-old, 5’10”- 6′ tall, and wearing all dark-colored clothing, sunglasses, and a mask.

No one was injured during this incident and there are no surveillance photographs available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Kirchenbauer of Troop 2 Criminal Investigative Unit at 302-365-8428. 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 crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of 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. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@delaware.gov.

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