Wilmington- Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred on Friday night at the drive-thru ATM outside of the Bank of America located at 5215 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE.

On December 10, 2020, at approximately 9:42 p.m., troopers responded to the Bank of America for a reported robbery. The initial investigation revealed two male suspects approached two males victims who were seated inside of a vehicle at the drive-thru ATM outside of the bank. The suspects confronted the victims on each side of the vehicle. The suspect on the driver side displayed a gun and demanded their possessions. The victims complied and the suspects fled on foot with expensive jewelry and an undisclosed amount of cash. No one was injured during the incident, and no surveillance footage is available at this time.

There is currently no description for the suspects at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Sgt. Pixley with Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigative Unit by calling 302-365-8403. 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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New Castle- On December 10, 2020, at approximately 6:15 p.m., troopers responded to the area of Boulden Blvd and Boulden Circle, New Castle, DE in reference to a shooting investigation. A 19-year-old male victim of New Castle was operating a white GMC Terrain and stopped for a red light on northbound Boulden Circle waiting to make a left turn onto Boulden Blvd.  While waiting for the light to change, an unknown dark colored vehicle proceeded to fire several bullets into the white GMC Terrain striking the operator and two other passengers, a 24-year-old male and a 20-year-old male of New Castle, inside of the vehicle. After the shooting, the white GMC Terrain traveled onto westbound Boulden Blvd until striking an embankment in the area of Matassino Road and became disabled.  All victims were transported from the scene to an area hospital for medical treatment.

There is currently no description of the suspect(s). The suspect’s vehicle is described as a dark colored vehicle.

Two shell casings were recovered at the scene.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation should contact Det. Tenebruso, Delaware State Police Troop 2 at 302-365-8435. 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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Released: 121120 1026

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Rehoboth Beach- On December 10, 2020, at approximately 7:47 p.m., Delaware State Police received reports of shots fired coming from the area of the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Resort parking lot located at 19540 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach. Delaware State Police and surrounding police agencies responded to the scene to assist with the incident. Upon arrival, officers determined a shooting had occurred. The Delaware State Police is the lead agency handling this investigation.

This investigation is in the early stages and is active and ongoing. Once additional information is available to be released, it will be provided.

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Rehoboth Beach– The Delaware State Police are currently conducting an investigation in the 19000 block of Coastal Highway, in regard to an incident that was reported at approximately 7:47 p.m., Thursday, December 10, 2020. The incident was contained to this specific location and at this time the area is secure and there is no threat to public safety.

There will continue to be an increased police presence as the investigation continues. There are no road closures at this time.

Further details regarding the incident will be released as they become available.

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Newark- On December 09, 2020, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a 27-year-old male of Newark, DE, was operating his Nissan Versa on Interstate 95 southbound in the area of Churchman’s Road, when he was shot in the lower extremity by an unknown suspect(s) in a vehicle passing by. After being shot, the victim drove himself to a nearby hospital and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The victim was the only person injured during the incident.

The suspect vehicle is described as a dark colored mid-sized sedan with tinted windows.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation should contact Det. McCloskey Delaware State Police Troop 2 at 302-365-8392. 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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Released: 121020 1805

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Ellendale– Delaware State Police have identified the name of the individual who died in a crash on December 05, 2020, on northbound DuPont Boulevard, U.S. 113 just north of East Robbins Road, as 27-year-old Veronica N. Baker of Georgetown., DE.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.

Delaware State Police Investigating Single Vehicle Fatal Crash- Ellendale

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Delaware- The Delaware State Police Superintendent, Colonel Melissa A. Zebley announces the promotion of Captain William Crotty to the rank of Major on August 28^th, 2020.

Major William Crotty has been a member of the Delaware State Police since January of 1997 and is a graduate of the 66^th Delaware State Police Academy class.  Upon graduation from the Delaware State Police Academy, Major Crotty was assigned to Uniformed Patrol at Troop 1 (Penny Hill).  Major Crotty in May of 2001 was assigned to the Governor’s Task Force where he served until 2004 when he transferred to Uniformed Patrol at Troop 7 (Lewes).  After serving at Troop 7 for two years, Major Crotty was assigned to the Sussex County Drug Unit until his promotion to the rank of Sergeant in 2007.

As a Sergeant, Major Crotty served in Uniformed Patrol operations at Troop 7 (Lewes).  In the spring of 2009, Major Crotty was promoted the rank of Lieutenant and was assigned as the Regulatory Director of the State Bureau of Identification in Dover.  In 2010, Major Crotty was provided the opportunity to serve in the Criminal Intelligence Section of the Delaware State Police as the Deputy Fusion Center Director and later as the Special Projects Coordinator.  Major Crotty was promoted to the rank of Captain in 2016 and was assigned at the Criminal Intelligence Commander for the Delaware State Police.  In the spring of 2019, Major Crotty returned to operations as the Troop Commander for Delaware State Police Troop 4 (Georgetown).

In addition to these assignments, Major Crotty was an eleven year member of the Special Operations Response Team, a member of the Delaware State Police 21^st Century Policing Committee and served four years (two as chair) of the Delaware State Police Diversity Counsel.

Major Crotty earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Delaware. He is a graduate of the Naval Post Graduate Fusion Center Leaders Program and attended the 248^th Session of the (FBI) National Academy.

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New Castle– Delaware State Police have identified the name of the individual who died in a crash on December 07, 2020 on River Road (Route 9) south of Malcolm Forest Road, New Castle, as 63-year-old Joseph Grosso of Delaware City, DE.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.

Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Crash-New Castle

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Delaware- With the holiday season upon us, the Delaware State Police would like to remind you to make safety a priority to avoid being vulnerable to theft and other holiday crimes. By taking a few extra precautions you can help ensure your holiday is a happy and safe one. We would like to provide these safety reminders to help keep you safe this holiday season.

• Remember to always lock your car doors, even if they are in the driveway of your residence.
• Secure any valuables in a place where they aren’t visible from outside the vehicle. If you have arrived to your final destination, remove the valuables from your vehicle.
• Always leave outside lights on during the night to keep your home and vehicles parked outside visible from the roadway.
• Be aware of any suspicious activity or subjects in your community and report them immediately to the police.
• If packages are being delivered and you are not going to be home, ask a neighbor to collect the package for you.
• If you have a security system, always remember to activate it and lock the doors to your home.

• Try to shop during the day, but if you shop at night, do not do it alone.
• Parking lots are an easy place to fall victim to a crime. Always park in a safe, well lit location.
• When walking to and from your vehicle, stay alert to your surroundings and be aware of possible suspicious persons, vehicles or situations. Always remember, if you see something to say something.
• When going into a store, always turn off your vehicle, remove the keys and lock the doors.
• Use caution if carrying a wallet or purse and be sure to not leave them unattended.
• Avoid wearing expensive jewelry and carrying large amounts of cash.
• Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid being preoccupied with your cellphone and other electronic devices.

The Delaware State Police wishes everyone a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season!

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Wilmington- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a crash involving a State Trooper that occurred yesterday evening.

The incident occurred on December 07, 2020, at approximately 4:31 p.m., at the intersection of Rt. 141 (Powder Mill Road) and West Park Drive, Wilmington. Traffic at the intersection was stopped in all directions by multiple Troopers working as part of the detail in the President Elect’s motorcade blocked off the intersection. After the motorcade cleared the intersection, a 2019 Nissan Altima who was stopped initially on the southbound exit ramp from Rt. 202, began to proceed through the intersection onto West Park Drive for a green traffic signal. After several seconds, a 2015 Chevrolet fully marked Delaware State Police Tahoe, also working as part of the President Elect’s motorcade detail was traveling southbound 141 and entered the intersection with all its emergency lights activated. The front of the Tahoe struck the left front side of the Altima and pushed it into the southbound lane of Route 141.

The operator of the Altima, a 77-year-old female from Wilmington was transported to an area hospital where she was treated and released with minor injuries.

The Trooper who was operating the Chevrolet Tahoe was also transported to an area hospital where he was treated and released with minor injuries.

Route 141 was closed for approximately 2 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared. Traffic for West Park Drive was redirected away from the collision scene.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding the crash should contact Det. Forester of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8485. 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:120820 1308

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