Wilmington- The Delaware State Police arrested 24-year-old Chezkera Wilson (no photograph available) of Newark, DE, for DUI after she was involved in a crash with a state police vehicle.

The incident occurred on Sunday, May 16, 2021, at approximately 4:30 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to southbound I-95 in the area of Beech Street to investigate a suspicious vehicle parked partially in the roadway. Troopers located the vehicle and were attempting to remove the traffic hazard. Due to the dangerous area the vehicle was stopped, a second trooper positioned his patrol vehicle in the right lane of southbound I-95 just North of the scene with his emergency lights activated to warn approaching motorists. After several minutes on scene, a 2016 Chevy Malibu operated by Chezkera Wilson was traveling in the right lane of southbound I-95 and failed to yield. The front of the Malibu struck the rear of the state police Tahoe.

The 4-year veteran trooper and Wilson were the sole occupants in their respective vehicles. Both operators were transported to an area hospital for non-life threating injuries.

During the investigation, it was suspected that Wilson was operating her vehicle under the influence.  Subsequently a DUI investigation ensued.

Wilson was later released from the hospital and issued a traffic summons for the following:

• Driving a Vehicle under the Influence of Alcohol
• Fail to Yield/ Change Lanes for Stopped Emergency Vehicle
• Failure to Have Insurance Identification in Possession
• Failure to Change Address on License

Southbound I-95 was closed for approximately 3 hours as the collision was investigated, and the roadway was cleared.

Anyone with information regarding this collision should contact Sergeant Alexander with the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8437. 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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Corporal/1 Jason Hatchell

Released: 051721 1225

Bridgeville- Delaware State Police is conducting a serious crash investigation that occurred early Sunday morning.

On May 16, 2021, at approximately 4:28 a.m., a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser operated by a 33-year-old male of Georgetown was traveling southbound on Sussex Highway approaching the Seashore Highway intersection. A 2018 Toyota Corolla driven by a 55-year-old male of Bridgeville was at a complete stop in the left turn lane of Sussex Highway leading to eastbound Seashore Highway at a red traffic signal. The Cruiser entered into the left turn lane of Sussex Highway, approaching the location of the Corolla. For unknown reasons, the operator failed to observe the Corolla stopped, and the front of the Cruiser struck the rear of the Corolla within the left turn lane of Sussex Highway. Following the collision, the Cruiser came to an uncontrolled stop on the southbound shoulder of Sussex Highway. As a result of the impact, the Corolla crossed over the northbound travel lanes and came to an uncontrolled stop in the grass located outside the northbound shoulder of Sussex Highway.

The 33-year-old male operator of the Cruiser was not injured as a result of the collision, and he remained at the scene until law enforcement arrived.

The 55-year-old male operator of the Corolla sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to an area hospital in critical condition.

This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Anyone with information regarding this collision should contact Cpl/1 Andrew Mitchell by calling 302-703-3267. 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 .

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. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

*Update #1* Sussex Highway at Seashore Highway Open- Bridgeville

*Traffic Advisory* Sussex Highway at Seashore Highway Closed Due to Serious Crash- Bridgeville

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051621 1825

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Viola- Delaware State Police are investigating a single fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred early this morning on South Main Street, Viola.

On May 16, 2021, at approximately 5:57 a.m., a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro was traveling northbound on South Main Street, at a high rate of speed, approaching E. Evans Road. For unknown reasons, the Camaro exited the east edge of the roadway, traveled a short distance, then overcorrected to the left, turning back into the northbound than southbound lanes. The 17-year-old female operator of Magnolia then overcorrected to the right and exited the east edge of the roadway, traveled a short distance, and struck the front porch of a residence on South Main Street, with the right front corner of the Camaro. The vehicle exited the porch and continued to travel north into the front yard of another residence on South Main Street, and came to an uncontrolled stop facing west.

When the car struck the front porch of the residence, the fuel line was ruptured, causing it to catch fire. A citizen was able to remove the operator from the vehicle and move her to a safe location. When the citizen returned to the car to check for additional occupants, the Camaro was fully engulfed in flames. When the flames were extinguished, it was determined a 17-year-old female of Camden-Wyoming, was seated in the front seat.

The operator was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital in serious condition and admitted for her injuries.

The 17-year-old female passenger was pronounced deceased at the scene. Identification is pending notification to next of kin.

The roadway was closed for approximately 3.5 hours while the investigation was completed and the roadway cleared.

There were no structural fires as a result of the collision, and no residents inside the homes were injured.

This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Anyone with information regarding this collision should contact Cpl/3 W. Booth by calling 302-698-8451. 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 .

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. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051621 1127

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Bridgeville- The intersection of Sussex Highway at Seashore Highway is now open after being closed earlier for a serious crash. At this time the crash investigation remains in the early stages and additional information will be released once it becomes available.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051621 0945

Bridgeville- Delaware State Police is issuing a traffic advisory for Sussex Highway at Seashore Highway. The intersection is currently closed and traffic is being diverted around the area due to a serious crash. At this time the investigation is in the early stages and additional information will be released once it becomes available. The length of time the roadway will be closed is unknown. Motorist are urged to seek alternate routes of travel.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051621 0730

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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 http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

For additional information regarding the above homeless sex offenders, please visit https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051521 1952

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Wilmington- Delaware State Police has identified the victim that died in a fatal motor vehicle collision on May 14, 2021, as 87-year-old Helen E. Ogonowski of Newark, DE.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit.

Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision- Wilmington

Presented by: Cpl/3 Heather Pepper

Released: 051521 1624

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Dover- Delaware State Police is conducting a homicide investigation that occurred Friday night in the Rodney Village area.

On Friday, May 15, 2021, at 5:42 p.m., troopers responded to Uplift Barber Shop located at 1534 Governors Avenue for a reported shooting. The investigation determined a 23-year-old male of Dover was a patron in the barbershop when an unknown male suspect entered the business’s front door and fired multiple shots at the victim, striking him in the upper torso before fleeing on foot. There were other individuals in the barer shop during the incident, but no one else was struck or injured. 

The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

At this time, there is no suspect information.

This incident remains an active and ongoing investigation conducted by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit. Anyone with information regarding this case should contact Det. Ryde with the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit by calling 302-741-2730. 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.

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. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051521 1155

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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 calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com/.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051521 0034

Wilmington- Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred Friday morning on westbound Kirkwood Highway (SR2) at Delaware Park Boulevard.

On May 14, 2021, at approximately 10:20 a.m., a black BMW was traveling westbound on Kirkwood Highway approaching the intersection of Delaware Park Boulevard. A white Buick was attempting to exit the parking lot of Speedway Gas Station, located at 5801 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington. The exit for the gas station is a right turn only onto westbound Kirkwood Highway. For unknown reasons, the 87-year-old female operator of Newark, DE, attempted to travel south across the westbound lanes of Kirkwood Highway and drove into the path of the BMW that was being operated by a 43-year-old female of New Castle, DE that was entering the intersection. As a result, the front of the BMW collided with the left side of the Buick within the intersection of Kirkwood Highway and Delaware Park Boulevard.

The operator of the Buick was transported to Christiana Hospital in critical condition and was pronounced deceased shortly after her arrival. Identification of the victim is pending notification to the next of kin.

The operator of the BMW was not injured.

The roadway was closed down for approximately 3 hours as the collision was investigated and roadway cleared.

Anyone with information regarding this collision should contact Detective J. Forester with the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302- 834-2620. 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 .

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. (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 051521 0013

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