Georgetown, DE- Delaware State Police have identified the victim that died during a fatal single-vehicle crash in Georgetown on Thursday, December 23, 2021, as Kevin W. Hemphill, 31, of Millsboro.

This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collison Reconstruction Unit. Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Cpl/3 Kenneth Argo by calling 302-703-3264.

Troopers Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash- Georgetown

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Newark– Delaware State Police have identified the individual who died in a fatal pedestrian crash on December 23, 2021, as Hogan Smith, 35, of Chesapeake City, MD.

This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has information on the vehicle involved, is asked to contact Sgt. Alexander at 302-365-8484. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Delaware State Police Investigate Fatal Pedestrian Crash – Newark

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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 these subjects, they are asked to call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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Dover– The following subject is not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed subject is 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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Bridgeville, DE- Delaware State Police have identified the female victim who died during a shooting incident on December 22, 2021, as Hilda Donaway, 70, of Bridgeville. 

On December 22, 2021, at approximately 6:18 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the 11000 block of Abbys Way, for a reported shooting. The investigation revealed Ronald L. Donaway,74, of Millsboro, responded to the residence which was occupied by his ex-wife, Hilda Donaway and her 23-year-old grandson. While outside, Donaway began shooting with a rifle into the windows of the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. Hilda was struck by gunfire in the kitchen where she died from her wounds. As Donaway was shooting into the residence, the grandson fled out a bedroom window to escape and was uninjured. The suspect then entered the home for a short period of time before fleeing the area in a black Kia. As troopers were responding to the scene, a traffic stop was conducted on Donaway’s vehicle at the entrance of the community and he was taken into custody without incident.

This incident remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit. Anyone with information to assist with the investigation is asked to contact Det. Mark Csapo by calling 302-741-2729 or emailing mark.csapo@delaware.gov.

*Update #1* Delaware State Police Arrest a Millsboro Man for Murder- Bridgeville

Delaware State Police Conducting Criminal Investigation- Bridgeville

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Smyrna, DE- Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal two car motor vehicle collision that occurred Thursday evening in Smyrna.

On December 23, 2021, at approximately 5:42 p.m., a 2006 Ford Taurus was traveling southbound on US-13 in the dedicated left-turn lane at the intersection of Spring Meadow Drive and Hickory Ridge Road. A flashing red arrow was displayed for the left-turn lane as the 82-year-old female driver intended to turn left onto Spring Meadow Drive. At the same time, a 70-year-old female was operating a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox northbound on US-13 in the same area. As the Equinox approached the intersection, the driver of the Ford began to turn left, crossing directly into the path of the Equinox resulting in the front left of the Equinox striking the right side of the Ford. Following the collision, both vehicles came to rest near the entrance to Spring Meadow Drive.  

The Ford Taurus was driven by an 82-year-old Smyrna woman. She was properly restrained and transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, where she was treated and released. 

An 82-year-old Smyrna man was properly restrained in the front right seat of the Ford. Unfortunately, he sustained fatal injuries and died as a result of the collision. Identification is pending notification to the next of kin. 

A 70-year-old female from Clayton was operating the Equinox. She was properly restrained and transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, where she was treated and released.

US-13, in the area of the collision, was shut down for approximately 3.5 hours as the investigation was conducted.

This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Any individuals who witnessed the crash are asked to contact Cpl/3 Joseph Lane by calling 302-698-8457. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

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Georgetown, DE-  Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred Thursday afternoon in Georgetown.

On December 23, 2021, at approximately 1:36 p.m., a 2002 Honda Civic was traveling westbound on Vaughn Road, approaching a sharp right curve. For unknown reasons, the driver, a 42-year-old Georgetown woman, failed to negotiate the curve and exited the south edge of the road before swerving right in an attempt to re-enter the roadway. As the Civic re-entered Vaughn Road, the driver overcorrected to the left, and the car began skidding and exited the north edge of the road. It continued to slide through the grass, and the front right struck a tree causing the Civic to rotate clockwise and come to rest facing north. 

The 42-year-old Georgetown woman was not properly restrained and transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

A 31-year-old Millsboro man was seated in the right front seat and not properly restrained. He was transported to an area hospital where he died from his injuries. Identification is pending notification to next of kin.

A 53-year-old Georgetown man was seated in the right rear seat and not properly restrained. He was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. 

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses are asked to contact Cpl/3 Kenneth Argo by calling 302-703-3264. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Vaughn Road in the area of the collision was shut down for approximately 4.5 hours while the investigation was conducted.

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Frankford, DE- Delaware State Police arrested Richard Howard, 37, of Frankford, Wednesday night on criminal charges after being involved in a domestic incident and resisting arrest.

On December 22, 2021, at approximately 9:15 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the 34000 block of Echo Ct. for a domestic related complaint. The investigation determined Richard Howard had thrown a cell phone at his stepfather, causing a minor physical injury. When two troopers assigned to Delaware State Police Troop 4 attempted to take Howard into custody, he resisted arrest with force. During a significant struggle, both troopers were struck multiple times by Howard causing minor injury before eventually being taken into custody. The troopers did not require medical attention. Howard was not injured during the altercation.

He was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 4 where he was charged with the following crimes:

• Resisting Arrest With Force (Felony)
• Two Counts- Assault Third Degree
• Offensive Touching to Law Enforcement

Howard was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $7,000.00 secured bond.

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Bridgeville, DE- Delaware State Police arrested a Millsboro man Wednesday night on murder and related charges after he shot his ex-wife as he fired multiple rounds into her residence.

On December 22, 2021, at approximately 6:18 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the 11000 block of Abbys Way, for a reported shooting. The investigation revealed Ronald Donaway,74, of Millsboro, responded to the residence which was occupied by his 70-year-old ex-wife and her 23-year-old grandson. While outside, Donaway began shooting with a rifle into the windows of the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. The 70-year-old female was struck by gunfire in the kitchen where she died from her wounds. As Donaway was shooting into the residence, the grandson fled out a bedroom window to escape and was uninjured. The suspect then entered the home for a short period of time before fleeing the area in a black Kia. As troopers were responding to the scene, a traffic stop was conducted on Donaway’s vehicle at the entrance of the community and he was taken into custody without incident.

Ronald Donaway was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 5 and charged with Murder First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Home Invasion (Felony), and Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony). He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution in default of a $900,000.00 cash bond.

This incident remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit. Anyone with information to assist with the investigation is asked to contact Det. Mark Csapo by calling 302-741-2729 or emailing mark.csapo@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police Conducting Criminal Investigation- Bridgeville

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