*Update Name Released*-Delaware State Police Investigating Double Fatal Collision- Georgetown

Georgetown- The Delaware State Police have identified the names of the individuals who died in a crash on July 21, 2020, on Hardscrabble Road and Shiloh Church Road, as the driver, 26-year-old Carlos Santos-Lopez of Millsboro, DE, and passenger, 30-year-old Mynor O. Rodriguez, of Millsboro, DE.

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

Delaware State Police Investigating Double Fatal Collision- Georgetown

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: 072320 0834

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**TRAFFIC ADVISORY** ISAACS ROAD CLOSED DUE TO OVERTURNED TRACTOR TRAILER- MILTON

Milton– Delaware State Police are currently at the scene of a single vehicle crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer hauling live chickens.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident occurred at approximately 5:00 a.m., Thursday, July 23, 2020, on Isaacs Road north of Milton-Ellendale Hwy. (RT 16). Isaacs Road north of RT 16 to Cedar Creek Road will be closed for an extended period of time as a result of the collision. The operator of the tractor trailer is reported to be uninjured.

As a result of the crash, commuters are asked to find alternate routes of travel.

For updated traffic information, please visit: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 072320 0536

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Delaware State Police Investigating Double Fatal Collision- Georgetown

Georgetown– The Delaware State Police are investigating a double fatal motor vehicle collision involving a single vehicle that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on July 21, 2020, at approximately 10:51 p.m., when a 2010 Dodge Challenger was traveling eastbound on Hardscrabble Road at an extremely high rate of speed approaching a moderate left curve in the area of Shiloh Church Road. Due to high speed, the operator failed to negotiate the curve and exited the roadway into the grass where it overturned several times and struck an embankment while continuing to overturn.  Both the operator and passenger were extensively trapped in the vehicle.

The operator, a 26-year-old male from Millsboro, DE was properly restrained and pronounced deceased at the scene.

The passenger, a 40-year-old male from of Easton, MD was properly restrained and pronounced deceased at the scene.

Both names are being withheld at this time pending the notifications of next of kin.

Hardscrabble Road in the area of Shiloh Church Road was closed for approximately 4 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction 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@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released:072220 0811

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*Update* Troopers Investigating Accident Involving Tractor Trailer and Delaware State Police Patrol Vehicle- Newark

Newark- The Delaware State Police investigated a collision on Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at approximately 3:16 a.m. that involved a tractor trailer and fully marked Delaware State Police patrol Chevrolet Tahoe.

The collision occurred on southbound John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway (I-95) just north of Churchmans Road (DE-58), Newark, DE.

At this location, I-95 is comprised of 5 thru lanes.  A gray 2014 Freightliner – 125 tractor trailer operated by a 31 year old male from Williamsburg, VA, was traveling southbound on I-95 in the 4th lane just north of DE-58. A fully marked Delaware State Police patrol Chevrolet Tahoe was initially slowing to a stop in the 2nd lane to assist with a collision investigation that was partially on the left shoulder. One of the vehicles involved in the crash was disabled on the right shoulder.

The fully marked patrol vehicle activated both its overhead lights and siren to alert motorist in the southbound lanes and began to merge to the right shoulder. As the patrol vehicle proceeded across the southbound lanes of travel, he traveled into the path of the fully loaded tractor-trailer. The tractor trailer attempted to change lanes but was unable to avoid the collision.

The collision resulted in both vehicles being disabled across the southbound lanes.

The Trooper assigned to Troop 6 was transported to Christiana Hospital where he was treated for minor injuries.  The operator of the tractor-trailer did not sustain injuries.  Both operators were properly restrained in their vehicles.

Southbound I-95 from DE- 141 to Churchmans Road was closed for approximately three and half hours.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate this collision.

*Traffic Advisory* Troopers Investigating Accident Involving Tractor Trailer and Delaware State Patrol Vehicle at I-95 S/B and Churchmans Marsh Rd.-Newark

Colonel Melissa A. Zebley Proudly Announces the Promotion of Major Daniel K. Meadows to the Rank of Lieutenant Colonel

Delaware State Police Divisional Headquarters, Dover – The Delaware State Police Superintendent, Colonel Melissa A. Zebley announces the promotion of Major Daniel K. Meadows to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel on July 20, 2020.

Major Daniel Meadows has been in law enforcement in Delaware since 1994 and has been with the Delaware State Police since September, 1997.  Upon completion of his academy training, Major Meadows has held numerous positions within DSP. He was first a member of the Patrol Division and then assumed various roles within the Detective ranks. These assignments included the Governor’s Task Force, the United States Attorney’s Operation Disarm Firearms Task Force, and the Criminal Intelligence Unit.

Major Meadows has held supervisory roles in Patrol, the Governor’s Task Force, and the Criminal Investigations Unit. He has also held Command positions at the State Bureau of Identification and the Criminal Intelligence Section prior to assuming his current assignment.

In 2016, Meadows was promoted to the rank of Major and assigned as the Special Operations Officer in Dover, DE. In his role as Major, he was responsible for the daily operation of a number of diverse units. These included the Homicide Unit, the State Crime Lab, the Forensic Firearms Services Unit, the Aviation Section, the State Bureau of Identification, the Executive Protection Unit, and the Division of Gaming Enforcement. He also had oversight for the Intelligence Section which is comprised of the following units: the Delaware Information and Analysis Center which is the State designated fusion center for Delaware. In addition, this section includes the Maritime Unit, the High Technology Crimes Unit, the Electronic Surveillance Unit, and the Internet Crimes against Children Unit. Furthermore, Special Operations includes several part-time teams such as the Special Operations Response Team, SCUBA, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Tactical Control Unit, and the Conflict Management Team.

Major Meadows earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice in 1994 from Wilmington University in Delaware. He also graduated from Wilmington University in 2008 with a Master’s Degree in Management with a focus in Human Resources. Major Meadows previously served on the Executive Board for the National Fusion Center Association. He is a graduate of the Fusion Center Leaders Program at the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense. Major Meadows also attended the 266th Session of the (FBI) National Academy in 2016.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released:072120 1634

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Troopers conducting Death Investigation after body found in Delaware City Canal- Delaware City

Troopers are currently conducting a death investigation after a body was discovered floating in the Delaware City Canal on Tuesday morning.

At approximately 10:35 a.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2020, troopers responded to the Delaware City Canal at Bulk Head Shoal Chanel, Delaware City, for a body floating in the water.

The male was removed from the scene and turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science to confirm the deceased’s identity and perform an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death.

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: 072120 1616

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*Traffic Advisory* Troopers Investigating Accident Involving Tractor Trailer and Delaware State Police Patrol Vehicle at I-95 S/B and Churchmans Marsh Rd.-Newark

Newark- The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a crash involving a tractor trailer and an occupied Delaware State Police patrol vehicle that occurred at approximately 3:16 a.m., on July 21, 2020.

As a result of this crash and ongoing investigation, I-95 southbound in the area of Churchmans Marsh Road, Newark, is closed at this time. The right shoulder is currently open allowing traffic to get by.

The nature of injuries to the individuals involved are non-life threatening.

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, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released:072120 0505

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Troopers Investigate Stabbing Incident-Dover

Dover- The Delaware State Police are investigating a report of a stabbing incident that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on July 19, 2020, at approximately 9:21 p.m., when Troopers responded to the unit block of Webbs Lane, for a report of a stabbing.  Upon arrival, Troopers located a 17-year-old male victim inside an apartment with a stab wound.  Further investigation indicated that the victim engaged in an altercation with an unknown male subject.  The altercation turned physical and the suspect proceeded to stab the victim once in the abdomen.

The victim was transported to a local area hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

There is no suspect information at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 3, Criminal Investigations Unit, Detective Campbell at 302-698-8504.  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, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released:072020 0845

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Troopers Arrest Juvenile Following Pursuit in Stolen Vehicle- New Castle

New Castle- The Delaware State Police have arrested a 12 year-old juvenile from New Castle after he led them on a pursuit while in a stolen motor vehicle.

The incident occurred on July 18, 2020, at approximately 12:10 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the Wawa located at 4000 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle, for a report of a stolen vehicle. The 41 year-old male victim from New Castle went inside to use the ATM and left his red 2003 Ford Ranger running with the doors unlocked in the parking lot. Upon the victim returning to his vehicle he observed it driving away with a young male operating the vehicle.

Troopers canvassed the area and located the stolen vehicle in a parking lot behind a local area motel. A traffic stop was initiated, but the driver refused to stop and pulled out of the parking lot onto Eastbound West Ave. The pursuit continued onto Lambson Lane where the suspect lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a parked car on the 200 block of Lambson Lane. After the crash, the suspect performed a U-turn and began traveling Westbound on West Ave. at a high rate of speed. In the area of 11th Street the suspect failed to negotiate a curve, lost control of his vehicle, and crashed into a guardrail. The juvenile suspect then exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. After a brief foot pursuit Troopers took the suspect into custody.

The juvenile was then transported back to Troop 2 where he was charged with the following:

  • Theft of a Motor Vehicle (felony)
  • Hindering Prosecution (felony)
  • Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (felony)
  • Resisting Arrest
  • Leaving the Scene of Property Collision Accident
  • Driving Without a Valid License
  • Careless Driving
  • Driving Vehicle at Unreasonable or Imprudent Speed (2 counts)
  • Failure to Stop At a Stop Sign
  • Failed to remain within a single lane (2 counts)
  • Failure to Report a Collision

The juvenile was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court and released back to his guardian on $8,008 unsecured bond.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Corporal/1Jason Hatchell

Released: 071920 1157

Troopers Investigating Shooting – Milford

MIlford- On Saturday, July 18, 2020, at approximately 9:06 p.m., Troopers responded to Betsy Ross Circle, Milford, for reports of shots fired.

The investigation determined a thin black male suspect with short dreadlocks, shot at an apartment located on Betsy Ross Circle, striking it with 8 rounds. The apartment struck by gunfire was occupied by two subjects at the time, but both were unharmed. The suspect fled on foot towards Montour Rd. and entered an unknown make/model pick-up truck before fleeing the scene. 

At this time there have been no reported injuries as a result of this incident. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Delaware State Police Detective Baker at 302-698-8435.

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. (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: 071920 0754