Laurel- Delaware State Police arrested 49-year-old Sung K. Park of Laurel following a physical altercation on Wednesday night.

On February 10, 2021, at approximately 8:54 p.m., troopers responded to a residence on Branch Road to contact the 48-year-old female acquaintance of Sung K. Park, who was involved in a physical altercation at a home on Mirey Branch Road and Trussum Pond Road with Park. Upon contact with the female victim, troopers observed obvious serious physical injuries, and she was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.

Park was contacted by troopers at a residence on Mirey Branch Road, where it was evident an altercation had occurred. Through the investigation, it was determined a verbal argument had occurred and escalated into a physical altercation. Park was uninjured during the altercation and was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 5.

Park was charged with the following crimes:

• Assault 1st Degree (Felony)
• Assault 3rd Degree
• Menacing
• Disorderly Conduct

He was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $31,200 secured bond.

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Magnolia- The Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to locate 46-year-old James Palmer from Dover, who is wanted for murder and related charges.

The incident occurred on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at approximately 03:25 a.m., when troopers responded to Millchop Lane, Magnolia, for a report of a stabbing. Investigation revealed a verbal altercation occurred between several people who were at a party at a trailer located behind the residence. Individuals left the party and went to the residence to remove themselves from the situation. The conflict reignited when the participants engaged again at the residence. The argument escalated and the 37-year-old male from Smyrna and 34-year-old female from Dover, were both stabbed with a large knife by the suspect. The victims were transported to an area hospital by an acquaintance. The 37-year-old male victim was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The 34-year-old female victim was treated at an area hospital with stab wounds to the abdomen.

Through investigative means, James Palmer was identified as the suspect. Troopers have been unable to locate Palmer who currently has an active warrant for the following:

• Murder First Degree (Felony)
• Attempted Murder 1^st Degree (Felony)
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of James Palmer is asked to contact Detective Grassi, at 302-365-8441 or by calling 911. 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 Conducting Criminal Investigation- Magnolia

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Released: 020621 1931

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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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.ttp://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

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Magnolia- Delaware State Police are currently conducting a criminal investigation on Millchop Lane. As a result, there is an increased police presence in the area. This investigation is in the early stages but there is no threat to the safety of the community. Southbound Millchop Lane is closed between Peachtree Run and Lambert Drive as a result of this investigation. Additional information will be released once it becomes available.

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Released: 020621 0658

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Georgetown- Delaware State Police have identified the individual who died in the fatal motor vehicle collision on February 3, 2021, as 30-year-old Angel M. Ruark of Seaford, DE.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continue to investigate this incident. Anyone with information regarding this collision should contact Cpl/1 Ryan Albert with the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302.644-5020. 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 .

*UPDATE #1* Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Accident on DuPont Boulevard- Georgetown

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Released: 012821 0600

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Lincoln- Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance with locating 17-year-old Nyasia Miller of Lincoln. A Gold Alert was issued for Nyasia on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, after she failed to return to her residence in Lincoln at approximately 5:25 p.m.  After leaving her residence, the investigation has determined Nyasia received a ride to the downtown Milford area where she was dropped off. Attempts to contact or locate Nyasia have been unsuccessful and there is a true concern for her safety and wellbeing. Nyasia may be in the Sussex County area or possibly traveled out of state. It is unknown at this time if she is in the presence of any other individuals.

Nyasia is described as a black female, 5’5″, approximately 248 lbs., with brown eyes, and black hair.  She was last seen wearing a burgundy coat, tan pants, brown boots, and a multicolored winter hat. She may be in possession of a duffel bag.

Anyone with information regarding Nyasia’s whereabouts should contact Detective R. Mears with Delaware State Police Troop 4 Youth Aid Unit by calling 302-856-5042 or dialing 911. 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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Delaware State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Lincoln Juvenile- Lincoln

Rehoboth Beach- Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate the armed bank robbery that occurred on January 19, 2021, at the PNC Bank located at 19745 Sea Air Ave, Rehoboth Beach, and is seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the pictured suspect.

On January 19, 2021, at approximately 3:17 p.m., Delaware State Police responded to the PNC Bank for a report of an armed robbery. The investigation determined the male suspect entered the bank, displayed an unknown type of gun, and ordered everyone inside the bank into a back room. He then obtained an undisclosed amount of money before fleeing the bank on foot in an unknown direction of travel. No one was injured during the incident.

The suspect was described as a male, approximately 5′ 10″- 6′ tall, and a large build (200-280 lbs). He was wearing a dark-green colored hooded sweatshirt, dark pants with a light-colored or white article of clothing around the legs, and white Nike sneakers.  He was wearing a yellow and black scarf around his head and face, light-colored mask, sunglasses, and blue medical gloves. 

Anyone with information regarding this investigation should contact Det. K. Wideman with Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigative Unit by calling 302-752-3832. 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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Released: 020421 1312

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Delaware State Police Investigating Bank Robbery- Rehoboth Beach

Dover- Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying two suspects wanted in connection with the theft of a motor vehicle and unauthorized use of a credit card. 

On January 29, 2021, a motor vehicle was stolen from the Royal Grant development off Rising Sun Road, Camden. After the vehicle theft, the suspects entered Royal Farms, located at 295 S. DuPont Highway, Dover, during the early morning hours. They attempted to use a stolen credit card to purchase merchandise. The vehicle was later located, but the Delaware State Police is seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the pictured suspects.

             Suspect #1

The first suspect is described as a white male, approximately 30 years old, 170 lbs., and approximately 6′ tall.  He was wearing white sneakers with black laces, baggie green sweat pants, blue jacket with a blue hooded sweatshirt underneath, red beanie hat, and a black COVID mask.

                   Suspect #2

The second suspect is described as a black male, approximately 50 years old, hair is balding on top, 180 lbs., and approximately 6’1″. He was wearing grey sneakers, black pants, long black jacket, black COVID mask, and possibly wearing glasses.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of these individuals or case should contact Detective Grant Nash with Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigative Unit by calling 302-698-8444. 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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Released: 020321 2300

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Georgetown- Delaware State Police is conducting a fatal motor vehicle collision involving a tractor-trailer that occurred Wednesday afternoon.

On February 3, 2021, at approximately 2:23 p.m., a 2008 Toyota Scion was traveling southbound in the left southbound lane of DuPont Boulevard (US 113) just north of the Arrow Safety Road intersection. A 2012 Freightliner Cascadia was traveling northbound in the right northbound lane of DuPont Boulevard (US 113) just north of the Arrow Safety Road intersection. The Toyota exited the east edge of the roadway, traveled through the grass median, and continued eastbound, entering the northbound lanes of DuPont Boulevard. The Toyota drove directly into the trailer’s left side, pulled by the Freightliner, and impacted the underside before becoming wedged under the trailer. The Freightliner was able to come to a controlled stop in the northbound shoulder of DuPont Boulevard after the collision.

The Scion operator was a 30-year-old female of Seaford. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. Identification is pending notification to next of kin.

The Freightliner operator was a 48-year-old male of Maryland and was not injured during the collision.

The Freightliner was pulling a tank-style trailer at the time of the collision, loaded with poultry wastewater. As a result of the collision, the trailer was punctured, causing the load to spill into the roadway and surrounding area. DNREC responded to the scene in reference to the spill.

The northbound lanes and left southbound lanes of DuPont Boulevard were shut down for approximately 4.5 hours to investigate and clean the roadway.

This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit. Anyone with information regarding this investigation should contact Cpl/1 Ryan Albert with Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-644-5020. 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 .

*Traffic Advisory- Road Closure* Delaware State Police Investigating Serious Accident on DuPont Boulevard- Georgetown

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: 020321 2205

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