Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred in the Bridgeville area on Wednesday morning.

On May 4, 2022, at approximately 10:40 a.m., a 2002 BMW 325 operated by an 88-year-old man from Millsboro, DE, was traveling northbound on Atlanta Road, approaching the intersection at Federalsburg Road, where there is a posted stop sign. A 2011 Ford Transit van operated by a 50-year-old female from Rhodesdale, MD, was traveling eastbound on Federalsburg Road, approaching the intersection at Atlanta Road. The BMW failed to stop at the posted stop sign and proceeded northbound directly into the path of the Ford, which caused the front of the Ford van to strike the left side of the BMW. The BMW then exited the north edge of Federalsburg Road and struck a fence before coming to rest. The Ford van rotated in a counterclockwise direction and exited the north edge of Federalsburg Road before coming to rest.

Both operators were properly restrained. The driver of the Ford was transported to an area hospital for minor injuries. The driver of the BMW was transported to an area hospital for serious injuries. Unfortunately, the operator of the BMW succumbed to his injuries on May 8, 2022. Identification of the victim is pending notification to the next-of-kin.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this collision. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Senior Corporal R. Albert by calling 302-703-3266. 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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Delaware State Police have arrested 49-year-old Ronnie Rust of Seaford, DE, for theft and trespass following an investigation into construction materials stolen on Thursday afternoon.

On May 5, 2022, at approximately 3:10 p.m., troopers responded to the 7000 block of Gum Branch Road in Seaford regarding a theft. The ensuing investigation revealed that the property owner had numerous sheets of plywood stolen from a site for a residence under construction. On May 6, 2022, the Troop 4 Property Crimes Unit began searching for the suspect, and detectives contacted Ronnie Rust at the Relax Inn in Laurel. Rust was subsequently taken into custody without incident. The stolen lumber was later located and recovered from a residence in Seaford.

Rust was transported to Troop 5, where he was charged with the following crimes:

• Theft Over $1,500 (Felony)
• Criminal Trespass Third Degree

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

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Delaware State Police have arrested 52-year-old Tracy Hurley of Laurel, DE, after investigating an assault that occurred in Millsboro on Friday evening.

On May 6, 2022, at approximately 7:47 p.m., troopers responded to the Cadia Healthcare Renaissance nursing home, located at 26002 John J. Williams Highway in Millsboro, regarding an assault. The subsequent investigation revealed that Tracy Hurley had been involved in a confrontation with a 41-year-old female coworker in the parking lot. During the altercation, Hurley physically assaulted the victim, who was later treated at an area hospital for significant injuries.

Hurley turned herself into Troop 7 on her own accord and was charged with Assault Second Degree (Felony). Hurley was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and was released on her own recognizance.

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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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Released: 050822 1521

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

*Traffic Advisory* Delaware State Police Investigating Serious Crash

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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Released: 050522  1349

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