Ellendale– Delaware State Police are currently conducting a criminal investigation in the area of the 12000 block of North Old State Road, Ellendale.  As a result, North Old State Road is closed between Milton-Ellendale Highway and Fleatown Road.  Motorists are asked to seek alternative routes.

The investigation is in the early stages and further updates will be released at a later time.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 0735 082720

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Lincoln – The Delaware State Police have arrested 60-year-old Ralph J. Cahall of Greenwood for felony  DUI and criminal charges after troopers responded to a check on the welfare complaint.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:02 p.m., August 25, 2020, in the 10000 block of Webb Farm Road, Lincoln.  The initial report troopers received was a subject lying in the grass area on the side of Webb Farm Road near a lawnmower.  An additional report prior to troopers arriving on the scene was the subject was driving the lawnmower south on Webb Farm Road and was traveling through yards and acting disorderly. Upon arrival, troopers located the subject who was later identified as Cahall leaning against his lawnmower. Contact was made with Cahall and detected a strong odor of alcohol. Through investigative measures, troopers determined he was driving his lawnmower under the influence of alcohol. When troopers attempted to take Cahall into custody, he was not compliant and resisted arrest. A computer inquiry revealed Cahall had four previous DUI convictions.

Cahall was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 5 where he was charged with the following crimes:

• 5th Offense DUI-alcohol (felony)
• Resisting Arrest
• Disorderly Conduct
• Criminal Trespass 3rd Degree

Cahall was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court #2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution in lieu of $7,101.00 secured bail.

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Released:082619 1303

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Sussex County– The Delaware State Police are releasing an additional photograph in attempting to identify the pictured suspect who is wanted in connection with felony theft incidents.

The suspect is wanted in connection to multiple incidents that occurred during the month of August, at produce stands located in the Millsboro and Laurel area.  The suspect after locating a produce stand, would enter the property and attempt to locate or locate a cash box within. If a cashbox was locked, the lock was cut and any money located inside was removed.

The suspect is a white male, approximately 20-30 years old, between 160-180 lbs., with brown hair and beard.

Troopers Attempt to Identify Felony Theft Suspect- Sussex County

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect is asked to contact Detective L. Coleman with Troop 4 Criminal Investigative Unit, at 302- 752-3813 or Lindsay.coleman@delaware.de.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.

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, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 082620 1148

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Bridgeville- The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the of the driver who died in a crash on August 24, 2020, on Chaplains Chapel Road, as 40-year-old Kimberly Linnae Billie Brown of Bridgeville, DE.

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

*Update*-  Troopers Investigating Serious Crash on Chaplains Chapel Road between Deer Forest Road and Russell Road- Bridgeville

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Troopers Investigating Serious Crash on Chaplains Chapel Road between Deer Forrest Road & Russell Road- Bridgeville

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 Melissa Jaffe

Released: 082620 1030

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Frederica- The Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to located 22-year-old JARED LAWSON who is wanted for burglary and related charges.

The incident occurred on August 25, 2020 at approximately 4:00 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of Maple Drive, Frederica, in reference to a burglary.  Upon arrival, Troopers learned that Lawson had entered the residence and engaged in a physical altercation with his 19-year-old ex-girlfriend and her 26-year-old boyfriend.  Lawson was in possession of a hammer and swung it at the boyfriend while threatening to kill him.  Prior to fleeing the residence Lawson took two cellphones and a pair of airpod headphones.  There were no reports of injuries as a result of this incident.

Troopers have been unable to locate Lawson who may be operating a 2001 red Ford Focus and is known to frequent Maple Drive, Frederica area.  Lawson currently has an active warrant out of Troop 3 for the following:

• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony
•  Burglary First Degree (Felony)
• Aggravated Menacing (Felony)
• Terroristic Threatening
• Theft Under $1500 (3 counts)

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jared Lawson is asked to contact Troop 3, Corporal Bowie at 302-697-4454 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

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 082520 1603

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Lewes- The Delaware State Police are investigating a serious industrial accident that occurred yesterday.

The incident occurred on August 24, 2020, at approximately 4:03 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the 31000 block of Temple Road, The Governors, Lewes, in reference to an industrial accident.  Prior to police arrival, the 22-year-old male victim had been airlifted to the Christiana Hospital  by the Delaware State Police Aviation Unit.

Further investigation revealed that the victim was a contractor working on a residence under construction.  The victim was on the second story of the residence standing on a 2×4 while installing floor joists in place.  The victim lost his footing and fell approximately 14 feet onto a concrete slab below.

The 22-year-old victim from Philadelphia, PA was admitted to the hospital in critical condition.  His name is being withheld at this time.

The case continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Major Crimes Unit.

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, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 082520 1023

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Harrington- The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal industrial accident that occurred yesterday.

The incident occurred on August 24, 2020, at approximately 10:22 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the 12000 block of  Pin Oak Lane, Harrington, in reference to an industrial accident. Upon arrival, paramedics were attending to a 59-year-old male.  Further investigation revealed that the victim was cutting down a tree branch when the branch snapped and struck the boom lift in which the victim was standing in.  The victim fell out of the bucket and approximately 40 feet to the ground.

The victim was transported to the Sussex Bayhealth Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  The victim was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science where an autopsy will be performed to determine the cause and manner of death.  His name is being withheld at this time.

The case continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit.

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, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 082520 0826

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Bridgeville – The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a serious crash that occurred at approximately 6:40 p.m. on August 24, 2020.

As a result of this crash Chaplains Chapel Road between Deer Forrest Road & Russell Road is closed at this time.

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

Motorists will experience delays in the area and are advised to seek alternate routes of travel.

For updated traffic conditions and road closure information log on to: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Sergeant Darren Lester 

Released: 082420 2015

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Wilmington– Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Edgemoor Road in Wilmington early Monday morning.

At approximately 1:44 a.m., Monday, August 24, 2020, Troopers responded to Edgemoor Road in Wilmington, for a shooting. Upon arrival, a 17-year-old male was located with a single gunshot wound to his left leg. He was subsequently transported to an area hospital where he is being treated for the gunshot wound.

The initial investigation determined the male victim was walking alone on Edgemoor Road when an individual riding on Edgemoor Road shot him. 

The only suspect information known at this time is the suspect is believed to be a male occupying the rear seat in a dark-colored SUV.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective J. Dempsey of the Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit by calling 302-365-8510.

 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, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released:082420 1330

Harrington– Delaware State Police have identified the names of the of the individuals who died in a crash on August 21, 2020, on  southbound S. Dupont Highway (US 13) at State Fair Boulevard, as  passenger 81-year-old Joyce E. Thompson of Lincoln, DE and driver 80-year-old Terry L. Troutman of Lincoln, DE.  Both individuals were transported from the scene to area hospitals where they succumbed to their injuries.

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

Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Crash- Harrington

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, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper 

Released: 082420 1223

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