The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. If anyone knows the location of these individuals, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Note: Some of the individuals listed below are also homeless. Their profiles will not be duplicated in the separate homeless sex offender news release, as their wanted status is already reflected here and within their public sex offender registry listing.

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The following individuals are not wanted for failing to register or re-register at their current address. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed individuals are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Delaware State Police are investigating a serious pedestrian crash that occurred last night involving a Fire Police Officer in Georgetown.

On November 3, 2025, at approximately 8:36 p.m., a Georgetown Fire Company Fire Police Officer was providing traffic control at Lewes-Georgetown Highway and Shingle Point Road, while emergency crews were on the scene of a crash on Lewes-Georgetown Highway. At the same time, a Honda Accord was traveling eastbound on Lewes-Georgetown Highway approaching Shingle Point Road. The preliminary investigation revealed that the fire police officer was standing in the eastbound lane near his vehicle, with emergency blue lights activated, wearing a high visibility reflective vest, hat, and using a red strobe wand. For reasons still under investigation, the Honda continued eastbound and struck the fire police officer.

The fire police officer, a 78-year-old man from Georgetown, Delaware, was flown to an area hospital with critical injuries.

The driver of the Honda, a 20-year-old man from Georgetown, Delaware, was not injured.

Lewes-Georgetown Highway was closed for an extended time while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Master Corporal K. Argo at (302) 703-3264. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police arrested 64-year-old Timothy Wolak, of Lewes, Delaware, for vehicular assault, DUI, and related charges following a three-vehicle crash that occurred in Harbeson on Friday.

On October 31, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., troopers responded to a collision on Hollymount Road, near Scottie Run. The preliminary investigation revealed that a Cadillac CT4 was traveling eastbound on Hollymount Road, near Scottie Run. At the same time, a Dodge Durango, followed by a Dodge Charger, were both traveling westbound on Hollymount Road, near Scottie Run. The Cadillac crossed over the center line, entering the westbound lane. As a result, the Cadillac sideswiped the Durango then struck the front of the Charger.

Troopers contacted Timothy Wolak, identified as the driver of the Cadillac. While speaking with him, troopers saw several signs of impairment. Wolak was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries.

The driver of the Charger, a 26-year-old woman from Laurel, Delaware, was flown by the Delaware State Police Aviation Section to an area hospital with serious injuries.

The driver of the Durango, a 32-year-old woman from Georgetown, Delaware, did not report any injuries.

The roadway was closed for approximately one hour while the scene was investigated and cleared.

Troopers responded to the hospital where Wolak showed additional signs of impairment, and a blood search warrant was obtained.

After being released from the hospital, Wolak turned himself in at Troop 7 on November 3, 2025. He was charged with the below listed offenses, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 3, and released on a $3,101 unsecured bond.

• Vehicular Assault 1st Degree (Felony)
• Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol
• Related Traffic Offenses

Delaware State Police have identified 62-year-old David Miller Sr., of Middletown, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal crash on Thursday in Middletown.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has video footage to contact Corporal K. Oakes at (302) 365-8483. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police (DSP) is proud to announce that it is the first state police agency in the country to successfully complete the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Trust Building Campaign.

The Trust Building Campaign is an initiative created by the IACP, the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police leaders, to build trust and cooperation between law enforcement and the communities they serve. By joining the campaign, agencies pledge to adopt 25 key policies and best practices aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and community engagement over a 36-month period.

Under the leadership of Colonel William D. Crotty, Superintendent of the Delaware State Police, the agency committed to the IACP Trust Building Campaign to strengthen DSP’s long-standing dedication to integrity, professionalism, and public service.

“Our mission has always centered on service and accountability,” said Colonel William D. Crotty. “Completing the Trust Building Campaign reaffirms that commitment by ensuring our policies and practices align with the values of our communities.”

DSP completed all 25 key practices ahead of schedule, emphasizing six vital areas of modern policing: bias-free policing, use of force, leadership and culture, recruitment and retention, victim services, and community relations. Through this effort, the agency improved its employee wellness programs, expanded its victim services outreach, and increased opportunities for community involvement and feedback.

“Without trust and transparency, police cannot effectively interact with their communities, carry out investigations, or prevent crimes,” said David Rausch, President of the International Association of Chiefs of Police. “The IACP is encouraged by the steps agencies like the Delaware State Police are taking in their own jurisdictions that demonstrate their commitment to community-oriented policing, which elevates the profession as a whole.”

The DSP received official recognition and a certificate of completion from the IACP, indicating that it has fulfilled all campaign requirements and shown measurable progress in promoting trust and transparency.

For more information about the IACP Trust Building Campaign, visit https://www.theiacp.org/iacp-trust-building-campaign.

Delaware State Police arrested 35-year-old Benjamin Rife, from Wilmington, Delaware, for a 5th offense felony DUI in Winterthur.

On November 1, 2025, at approximately 4:20 a.m., troopers responded to the Winterthur Museum, located at 5105 Kennett Pike, in Winterthur, after a museum public safety officer reported a suspicious person near the property. When troopers arrived, they observed that a Nissan Altima had driven off the roadway and was stuck in the grass.

Troopers contacted the driver, identified as Benjamin Rife, who showed signs of impairment. Rife refused to perform Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and was arrested without incident. A computer inquiry showed Rife had four prior DUI-related convictions.

Rife was taken to Troop 1 where a blood search warrant was obtained. Rife was charged with the below listed offense, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on a $10,000 cash bond.

• 5th Offense DUI (Felony)

Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint stemming from a road rage incident that occurred Saturday afternoon in Dover.

On November 1, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., troopers responded to the area of North Dupont Highway, near Fork Branch Road, for a report of shots fired. The preliminary investigation revealed that as the victim was traveling southbound on North Dupont Highway, approaching Fork Branch Road, she drove around a slower moving pickup truck. While the victim was waiting at the red light on North Dupont Highway, at Fork Branch Road, the pickup truck stopped on the shoulder next to her. For reasons still under investigation, the driver of the pickup truck fired a single shot, striking the victim’s vehicle, then fled. The victim, a 56-year-old woman from Dover, Delaware, was not injured.

The fleeing vehicle was described as a dark colored pickup truck, pulling a trailer, which possibly displayed a Delaware registration plate on the trailer. The driver was described as a white male, with a slim build and facial hair, wearing a baseball hat.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information to contact Detective S. Heitzman at (302) 698-8555. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police have identified 64-year-old Lorenza Bailey Jr., of Milford, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal crash on Friday in Harrington.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Sergeant J. Wilson at (302) 698-8518. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired incident that occurred at a VFW Post in Seaford last night.

On October 31, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., troopers responded to the VFW Virgil Wilson Post, located at 9767 Middleford Road, in Seaford, for a report of shots fired. The preliminary investigation revealed that at the conclusion of an event, a fight occurred between several people in the parking lot. Moments later, multiple gun shots were heard in the area. No injuries were reported as result of the gun shots.

The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives ask anyone with relevant information to contact Detective H. Lingo at (302) 752-3864. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.