Milford, DE- Delaware State Police have identified the victims that died in a fatal motor vehicle collision early Thursday morning south of Milford as Blue Evans, 17, of Dover, and Jensen Reed, 17, of Camden.

On February 17, 2022, at approximately 12:39 a.m., Blue Evans was driving a 2008 Jeep Patriot northbound in the southbound lanes of Coastal Highway, north of Brick Granary Road, approaching a left curve. Evans failed to negotiate the curve and entered the grass median, traveling northbound between the guardrails approaching the double-span bridge of Cedar Creek. When the Jeep struck a grass berm, it vaulted into the water between the two spans, landing on the roof with the vehicle nearly completely submerged. Once the Jeep was removed from the water with the assistance of multiple Sussex County dive teams and Coastal Towing, Evans and Reed were located deceased inside.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continue to investigate this fatal collision. Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Sgt. Nicholas DeMalto by calling 302-703-3269. Information may also be provided by sending a Private Facebook Message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers.

Delaware State Police Investigate Fatal Collision

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Bear– Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that claimed the lives of a mother and son from Newark last night.

The collision occurred on February 17, 2022, at approximately 8:27 p.m., when a 2016 Kia Sorento was traveling southbound on Holly Avenue approaching Pulaski Hwy (Route 40).  The Kia proceeded across the westbound lanes of Route 40 and entered into the crossover located immediately to the west of Holly Avenue.  The Kia then began traveling across the eastbound lanes of Route 40.  At the same time, a 2021 Dodge Charger was traveling eastbound on Route 40 in the right lane of travel.

The Kia entered into the path of the Dodge resulting in the Dodges’ front striking the passenger side of the Kia in right lane of eastbound Route 40.  As a result, the Kia split completely in half, with the rear portion traveling off the south edge of the roadway and into the grassy area just east of Shorewinds Road. Seated in the left rear seat was a 7-year-old boy that was ejected from the car.  Unfortunately the child sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. His 9-year-old sister was seated in the right rear seat and was also ejected. The 9-year-old was transported to Christiana Hospital in critical condition.  The front section of the Kia was thrown into the right shoulder east of Shorewinds Road. The 31-year-old female was the driver of the Kia and mother of the children. She was properly restrained, transported by ambulance to Christiana Hospital and sadly died from her injuries.  The family resides in Newark, DE. Identification of both victims are pending notification to the next of kin.

The Dodge continued in a southeasterly direction, eventually coming to rest on the south edge of the roadway of eastbound Route 40. Prior to the collision occurring, it was observed that the Dodge had been traveling at an apparent high rate of speed.

The 18-year-old operator of the Dodge from Landsdowne, PA, was transported to Christiana Hospital and is in stable condition. Speed appears to be a factor in the collision, impairment on his part is not suspected at this time.

Route 40 in both directions between Fir Avenue and Buckley Boulevard was closed for approximately 3 hours while the collision was investigated and cleared.

This crash remains an active and ongoing investigation.  Anyone with information regarding the crash should contact Det. Breen of the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8486. Information may also be provided by messaging the Delaware State Police on Facebook messenger or calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com/.

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Bear, DE- Delaware State Police is currently on scene of a serious injury collision on Pulaski Highway (SR 40). As a result, Pulaski Hwy will be closed for an extended period of time in both directions between School Bell Road and Buckley Blvd. 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: 021722 2130

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Henderson, MD- On February 16, 2022, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit, Caroline County Sheriff’s Office, and FBI responded to a residence in the 25000 block of Schuyler Road, Henderson, MD, to follow up on a 2020 missing person case from Delaware. During the course of the investigation, suspected human remains were discovered in the backyard of the residence. The remains were exhumed and turned over to the State of Maryland Forensic Science Division for an autopsy to be performed. A person of interest, in this case, is currently incarcerated in the Maryland Division of Corrections on unrelated criminal charges. 

This case remains an active and ongoing investigation being conducted by Detective Mark Ryde with the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit. 

All names are currently being withheld until proper victim identification, and next of kin notifications can be completed. Once additional information is available, a press release will be issued. 

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Milford, DE- Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred early Thursday morning south of Milford.

On February 17, 2022, at approximately 12:39 a.m., a 2008 Jeep Patriot was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of Coastal Highway, north of Brick Granary Road, approaching a left curve. The vehicle failed to negotiate the curve and entered the grass median, traveling northbound between the guardrails approaching the double-span bridge of Cedar Creek. The Jeep struck a grass berm and vaulted into the water between the two spans, landing on the roof with the vehicle nearly completely submerged. Once the Jeep was removed from the water with the assistance of multiple Sussex County dive teams and Coastal Towing, two victims were located deceased inside.

The driver of the Jeep Patriot was a 17-year-old male from Dover. Identification is pending notification to next of kin. 

The passenger of the vehicle was a 17-year-old male from Camden. Identification is pending notification to next of kin. 

The roadway was closed for approximately four hours while the investigation was completed, and the roadway was cleared. 

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continue to investigate this fatal collision. Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Sgt. Nicholas DeMalto by calling 302-703-3269. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.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 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. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov

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Newark, DE- Delaware State Police seek the public’s assistance identifying a suspect wanted in connection to the unlawful use of a debit card.

On February 8, 2022, during the afternoon hours, an unknown suspect entered a construction site in the area of Boyds Corner Road and removed a wallet from a parked vehicle. After the theft occurred, the pictured male suspect unlawfully used the victim’s debit card at Target located at 800 Christiana Mall, Newark, and Best Buy located at 2700 Fashion Center Blvd, Newark. 

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 20-years-old, thin build with brown eyes. He was wearing black pants, a grey hooded sweatshirt with unknown writing on the front, a black surgical mask, and black sneakers. 

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect is asked to contact Cpl/Kevin Logue at Delaware State Police Troop 9 by calling 302-378-5218. Information may also be provided to the Delaware State Police through Facebook Messenger or by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.com.

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 Georgetown, DE- Delaware State Police seek the public’s assistance locating Robert Eye, 50, of Georgetown, who is wanted on multiple felony charges after pointing a gun at an individual Tuesday afternoon. 

On February 15, 2022, troopers responded to the 23000 block of Asbury Road for a weapons complaint. The investigation determined the male resident walked to the camper where it was being stored on the property to check on it. When he opened the camper door, he discovered Robert Eye inside. Robert pointed a handgun at the male, who then ran back inside for cover. It was unknown whether Robert stayed inside the camper after the incident or fled the area. Robert is familiar with the property and has been told before he is not to be there. 

Troopers attempted to get Robert to exit the camper numerous times but were unsuccessful. A search warrant was obtained and executed on the camper by the Delaware State Police Special Operations Response Team. However, Robert was not located inside. 

An arrest warrant was obtained for Robert for the following charges:

• Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
• Trespass 3rd Degree

A computer inquiry also determined Robert has an active arrest warrant out of Delaware State Police Troop 5. 

Robert Eye is described as a white male, 50-year-old, 6’00” tall, approximately 196 lbs., brown eyes, and brown hair. Robert may currently be located in Sussex County. 

This incident is being investigated by the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit. Anyone with information regarding Robert’s whereabouts is asked to contact Det. Dustin Yencer by calling 302-752-3791 or 9-1-1. Information may also be sent to Det. Yencer through the Delaware State Police Facebook Messenger. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.com.

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Released: 021622 0004

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Georgetown, DE- Delaware State Police have reopened Asbury Road between County Seat Highway (Rt. 9) and Raccoon Ditch Rd.

This was an isolated incident at a residence in the 23000 block of Asbury Road. There were no safety concerns for the surrounding community and no one was injured during the incident. The roadway was closed for approximately two hours. There will be no further updates.

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Released: 021522 1450

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Traffic Advisory- Asbury Road Closed in Georgetown

Georgetown, DE- Delaware State Police are issuing a traffic advisory for Asbury Road between County Seat Highway (Rt. 9) and Raccoon Ditch Rd. An increased police presence will be seen in the area due to an active and ongoing criminal investigation. There is no safety concern for the surrounding community. The roadway will be closed for an extended period of time and will reopen as soon as possible. Troopers encourage motorists to seek alternate routes of travel to avoid delays.

Additional information will be released once it becomes available.

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Seaford, DE- Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died during a fatal single-vehicle crash early Sunday morning as Dylan M. Rodriguez, 18, of Delmar, DE.

On February 13, 2022, at approximately 7:15 a.m., a 2001 Toyota Tundra pickup truck operated Dylan M. Rodriguez, was traveling southbound on Seaford Road, just south of Easter Lane. For unknown reasons, Rodriguez failed to negotiate a slight right-hand curve in the roadway and traveled off the east edge of Seaford Road before continuing to travel south and striking a wooden fence. The Tundra then sideswiped a large tree and was sent air-born and started to overturn before striking the rear left side of an unoccupied and legally parked 2021 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck in the driveway of a residence in the 27000 block of Seaford Road. The Tundra continued to overturn before colliding with another large tree and coming to rest on its roof.

Dylan Rodriguez was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle during the rollover. He was transported to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. 

Seaford Road was closed for approximately 3.5 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Anyone with information regarding this crash is asked to contact Senior Corporal Ryan Albert by calling 302-703-3266 or messaging the Delaware State Police on Facebook Messenger. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.com. 

Troopers Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle 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 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. (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, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 021422 1735

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