Georgetown, Delaware – The Delaware State Police have arrested 34 year-old, Alvaro E. Marroquinn on Assault 1st (F) and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony charges (F), stemming from an assault that occurred on February 4, 2020.

On February 4, 2020 a warrant was obtained charging Defendant Alvaro E. Marroquinn with Assault 1^st and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony. Investigation revealed Marroquinn is alleged to have shot an acquaintance in the head while the two were in the area of Garden Circle in Georgetown, De,  Marroquinn fled the scene and his whereabouts have remained unknown since this date.  However, several law enforcement agencies assisted in attempting to locate him with negative results. Through investigative measures, it was learned that Marroquinn had returned to Guatemala and Mexico. On June 6, 2020 DSP Troop 4 Detectives were contacted and advised that Marroquinn had been apprehended by the United States Border Patrol in Arizona, while attempting to re-enter the country.  At that time his extradition was confirmed. On September 11, 2020 DSP Troop 4 Detectives were advised Marroquinn would be transported to Troop 4 by State Detectives.  Marroquinn had been transported to Philadelphia, PA, and furthermore turned over to State Detectives in Wilmington, DE by US Marshals on September 11, 2020.

Marroquinn was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 (with the assistance of a language phone line). Marroquinn also had an outstanding (issued in 2015) warrant for Failure to Appear on a previous Assault charge. Subsequently, Marroquinn was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a total of $500,000 cash only bail  for the Assault 1st Degree and Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony charges, and $1,000 secured bail on the outstanding capias.

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Rehoboth – The Delaware State Police are investigating a DUI involved crash early this morning in which a State Troopers vehicle was struck.

The incident occurred on Saturday, September 12, 2020 just after midnight when a 2005 Chrysler 300 travelling on Old Landing Road west of Airport Road failed to reduce speed and move over, side swiping a fully marked blue DSP Tahoe which was conducting a traffic stop with its emergency lights activated.  The Tahoe was struck on the drivers door.  The Trooper suddenly realized the Tahoe was about to be struck, with the Trooper being able to re-enter into the Tahoe, just prior to impact.  As the Trooper was attempting to re-enter the Tahoe, the drivers side Tahoe door struck the Troopers leg, however the Trooper was not injured.  The State Police Vehicle sustained functional damage to the drivers side door area.

Occupant of the striking vehicle was identified as 70 year old Gregory Brown, from Rehoboth Beach, De.  Operator Brown did not sustain any injuries from this accident.  The Chrysler 300 sustained disabling damage to the vehicles right front quarter panel and had to be towed from the scene.

Gregory Brown was charged with DUI and Failure to Yield/Change Lanes for Stopped Emergency Vehicle.  Mr. Brown was issued a mandatory appearance to the Justice of the Peace Court for a later date.

The vehicle that was pulled over by the Trooper at the time of the accident was not involved in the collision.

The crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police at this time.

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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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Wilmington– Delaware State Police have identified the name of the of the individual who died in a crash on September 09, 2020, on Grubb Road east of Foulk Road, Wilmington, as 17 year-old Nairee English of Wilmington, DE.

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

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 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/1Jason Hatchell 

Released: 091120 0806

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Smyrna – Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the individual seen in the surveillance footage, who is a person of interest in connection with multiple vehicle break-ins in the Smyrna area.

During the overnight hours on Saturday, August 29,2020, the preliminary investigation has determined several vehicles parked in the Northridge and Hickory Ridge Developments were broken into. All of the vehicles entered were not locked, and personal property was stolen.

The suspect in the surveillance video is described as a white male, wearing a dark-colored hooded jacket, dark-colored pants, and brown colored shoes.

This investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact Detective J. Lloyd with the Criminal Investigative Unit at Troop 3 by contacting 302-698-8503 or 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 

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

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Seaford – Delaware State Police concluded a 6 month long investigation on September 8, 2020, that resulted in the arrest of 37-year-old Adan Montalvo-Cruz of Seaford on multiple drug and weapon charges.

Through investigative measures, it was discovered Montalvo-Cruz was utilizing the mail to have cocaine shipped from Puerto Rico to the Delaware area. At the conclusion of the investigation, Montalvo-Cruz had a package delivery scheduled to arrive at his residence. Surveillance was established on the residence prior to the package being delivered and Montalvo-Cruz was observed standing in the front door of the residence. Shortly after the package was delivered, Montalvo-Cruz exited the front door and carried the package into the residence. A search warrant was executed on the residence and Montalvo-Cruz was taken into custody without incident. Also in the residence at the time was an adult female and young child.

During a search of the residence, the following items were located and seized:

• Approximately 1122.11 grams of cocaine
• Approximately 1.59 grams of marijuana
• $5,309.00 in suspected drug proceeds
• 1-9mm Glock with extended magazines
• 1-Keltech 12 gauge shotgun
• 163 rounds of assorted ammunition (9mm, .45 cal, and 12 gauge)
• Assorted drug paraphernalia

Montalvo-Cruz was transported to Troop 4 where he was charged with the following crimes:

• Possession with Intent to Deliver Cocaine (Tier 3- felony)
• Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited (felony)
• Possession of Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (2 counts- felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (2 counts)
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child
• Possession of Marijuana

Montalvo-Cruz was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court#2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $78,502.00 secure bond.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 091020 1115

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Laurel– Delaware State Police have identified the name of the of the pedestrian who died in a crash on September 4, 2020, northbound on Sussex Highway north of County Seat Highway, Laurel, as 63-year-old Audrey J. Pitter of Cliffside Park, NJ.  Pitter was pronounced deceased at the scene.

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

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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, Master Corporal Heather Pepper 

Released: 091020 1015

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Wilmington– Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:21 p.m., Wednesday, September 09, 2020, on Grubb Road east of Foulk Road.

The initial investigation has determined a 2009 Nissan Altima, driven by a 17-year-old male from Wilmington, was traveling westbound Grubb Road at a high rate of speed. The operator failed to maintain control of the vehicle and left the roadway. The vehicle spun out of control until it struck a tree where it came to a final rest.

The driver of the Altima who was not wearing a seatbelt was pronounced deceased at the scene. His name is being withheld at this time pending the notification of next of kin.

Grubb Road was closed for approximately 4 hours while the investigation was completed and the roadway was cleared.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding the crash should contact Det. Breen of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8486.

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: 091020 0806

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Wilmington– The Delaware State Police are conducting an investigation into a homicide that occurred early this morning.

On September 09, 2020 at approximately 4:12 a.m. the New Castle County Police Department foot patrol units were conducting a patrol of Edgemoore Gardens in the area of E. Salisbury Drive. Officers observed a male lying face down in a grassy area. The victim was found to be deceased from an apparent gunshot wound to the back. A canvas of the area showed the scene of the shooting was on the 4800 block of Governor Printz Boulevard, Wilmington.

There is no suspect information at this time.  This incident continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit and further information will be released as it becomes available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident, they are asked to contact Detective Ryde at 302-741-2730.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at 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@delaware.gov. 

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Corporal/1 Jason Hatchell

Released: 090920 2001

Newark– Delaware State Police have identified the name of the of the individual who died in a crash on September 08, 2020, on southbound South College Ave (DE 896) south of Corporate Blvd., Newark, as 59-year-old Robert Frederick of Newark, DE.

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

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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/1Jason Hatchell 

Released: 090920 1843

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