*UPDATE* Troopers Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash- Felton

Felton- Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident that occurred last night in the Felton area.

On September 30, 2020, at approximately 8:00 p.m., a 2000 Dodge Dakota operated by a 28-year-old man from Felton, was traveling southbound on US 13 in the left lane of travel, approaching Bork Drive. The 65-year-old male pedestrian from Felton, who was wearing dark clothing was reported to be lying in the roadway, in the southbound lane, in the same area. The operator failed to see the pedestrian lying in the roadway and subsequently hit him. After the collision, the Dakota came to a controlled stop and waited on scene.

The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. Identification is pending notification of next to kin.

The operator was not injured in the accident.

US 13 southbound was closed for approximately 3.5 hours during the investigation and clean- up.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Sgt. John Wheatley with the Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-698-8518. 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: 100120 0807

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*Traffic Advisory* South DuPont Hwy southbound closed due to serious pedestrian crash- Felton

Felton- Delaware State Police are currently investigating a serious pedestrian crash on South DuPont Highway in the area of Canterbury Crossings, Felton.

South DuPont Highway southbound between Barney Jenkins Road and south Upper King Road are currently closed as the accident is being investigated. The length of time the roadway will be closed is unknown at this time.

For up to date traffic information, please visit

http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

This case remains under investigation and updates will be issued once they become available.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 093020 2109

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*Update Name Released* Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist- Wilmington

Wilmington– Delaware State Police have identified the name of the of the individual who died in a crash while riding a bicycle on September 29, 2020, at the intersection of Philadelphia Pike and Bellevue Parkway, Wilmington, as 16 year-old of Wilmington, DE.

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

*Update* Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist- Wilmington

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. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@delaware.gov.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Corporal/1 Jason Hatchell 

Released: 093020 1752

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*Update* Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist- Wilmington

Wilmington– Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a bicyclist that occurred at approximately 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 29, 2020, at the intersection of Philadelphia Pike and Bellevue Parkway.

The initial investigation has determined a 2012 Hino box truck operated by a 49 year-old male from Prospect Park, PA, was stopped in the left turn lane of northbound Philadelphia Pike. The traffic signal displayed a green arrow and the box truck proceed to turn left onto Bellevue Parkway. At the same time, a bicyclist was riding northbound along the southbound lanes of Philadelphia Pike. As the box truck completed its left turn, the bicyclist struck the driver side of the vehicle.

The operator of the bicycle, a 16 year-old male from Wilmington, was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, and was pronounced deceased at the scene. His name is being withheld at this time pending the notification of next of kin.

Southbound Philadelphia Pike was closed for approximately 2.5 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding the crash should contact Det. Calio of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8483.

*Traffic Advisory* Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist- Wilmington

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. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Corporal/1 Jason Hatchell

Released: 092920 1752

 

*Update- Suspect Information Released* Delaware State Police Investigating Multiple Thefts from Vehicles- Smyrna

 

Smyrna-  Delaware State Police is continuing to investigate thefts from vehicles in the Smyrna area. On September 28, 2020, at approximately 3:50 a.m., an unknown suspect entered unlocked vehicles in the Twin Willows Development and stole personal property.

The suspect is described as a white male, long black or brown hair possibly braided, black hooded sweatshirt, a surgical mask on his forehead, and a dark-colored mask covering his nose and mouth.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents should contact Detective J. Lloyd with Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigative Unit at 302-698-8503 or by emailing Jessica.Lloyd@delaware.gov. 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 Investigating Multiple Thefts from Vehicles- Smyrna

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: 092920 1535

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*Traffic Advisory* Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist- Wilmington

 – Delaware State Police are on the scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a bicyclist that occurred at approximately 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 29, 2020, on Bellevue Parkway in the area of Philadelphia Pike.

As a result of the crash, southbound Philadelphia Pike is closed from Silverside Road to Bellevue Parkway. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes of travel. The road closure is anticipated to be lengthy, with no estimated time for a re-opening.

For updated road closure information and traffic conditions log on to:

http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories

The investigation is in the early stages with further details being released as they become available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Corporal/1 Jason Hatchell

Released:092920 1409

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Delaware State Police Investigating Armed Robbery- Laurel

Laurel- Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Monday night on 4th Street, Bridgeville.

Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at approximately 12:08 a.m. on September 29, 2020. The investigation revealed a 20-year-old male was in his residence and caught two male suspects attempting to break into his step-father’s white Toyota Camry and neighbor’s Toyota Corolla, which were parked outside. The victim confronted the suspects when he was pistol-whipped by one of the suspects and his wallet containing an undisclosed amount of money was removed from his front pant pocket. The victim yelled for his 28-year-old family member to come outside. When the family member exited the residence, he threw his cellphone at the suspect, striking him. The suspect then pointed a handgun at the family member before fleeing the area on foot. During that same time, the second suspect was looking through the neighbor’s Corolla before fleeing on foot in an unknown direction. The victim was treated at the scene by emergency medical services for his injury.

The first suspect is described as a black male wearing dark-colored shorts and a dark-colored shirt.

The second suspect is described as a black male wearing dark-colored shorts and a dark-colored hoodie.

There is no video surveillance available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Detective C. Simpson with Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigative Unit by calling 302-752-3855 or emailing Charles.W.Simpson@delaware.gov. 

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 a 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: 092920 0850

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*UPDATE* Delaware State Police Dispatch Centers Experiencing Interruption in 911 Phone Service- Delaware

Delaware- Delaware State Police Dispatch Centers are now operational and 911 calls are being received. If you call 911 and receive a busy signal or recorded message, callers are encouraged to text 911 and type your emergency in the message field or utilize the non-emergency telephone numbers.

Delaware State Police Dispatch Centers Experiencing Interruption in 911 Phone Service- Delaware

 

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 092820 2045

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Delaware State Police Dispatch Centers Experiencing Interruption in 911 Phone Service- Delaware

Delaware- Delaware State Police Dispatch Centers are currently experiencing a state wide interruption in service. Anyone attempting to call 911 either by cellphone or landline will experience a busy signal.  At this time the issue is being addressed and it is unknown how long the 911 phone service will be unavailable. If you need to report an emergency, you are encouraged to text 911 and type your emergency in the message field.

An update will be provided once additional information is available.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 092820 1930

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Delaware State Police Investigating Multiple Thefts from Vehicles- Smyrna

Smyrna, DE– Over the course of the past several weeks, troopers have investigated multiple thefts of property from vehicles parked in the Smyrna area.

The Delaware State Police would like to remind everyone these safety tips to help you avoid becoming a victim.

  • Keep the doors of your vehicles locked at all times and windows shut.
  • Do not leave items of value in your vehicle. This includes purses, wallets, credit cards, electronics, checkbooks, money, SS card, loose change, documents and paperwork with your personal information listed.
  • Store valuable tools inside your residence. If needed daily for work, create an easy system to load and unload, such as using storage containers to transport.
  • Lock your glove box, which should only store your registration and insurance cards. Do not store your vehicle title in the glove box. Store it in a safe place in your residence.
  • Do not leave items that have a perceived value, such as a laptop case with no laptop.
  • Clear the vehicle of all clutter and personal items. This can give the general impression that other property of value may be within the vehicle.
  • Do not keep a spare vehicle key hidden in the same vehicle. Do not store or house keys or other keys in your vehicle.
  • If possible, keep your vehicle parked under a lighted area that you can check on from your residence.
  • If you have a surveillance security system, include your vehicles in the angle of your camera. If you locate a suspicious subject on your property, in the area of your vehicles, do not confront them, call 911 immediately.

And finally, be a good witness for your neighbors and fellow citizens, as you would want them to do the same for you. Pay attention and be aware of what is going on in your neighborhood and community.

If you See Something-Say Something, by reporting all suspicious activity to your local law enforcement agency, call 9-1-1.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents should contact Det. K. Diaz with Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigative Unit by calling 302-698-8426 or emailing, Kelly.diaz@delaware.gov.  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, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released:092820 1920

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