Seaford- The Delaware State Police have arrested 26-year-old Alfred Wescott of Frankford on felony domestic-related charges.

On June 10, 2020, at approximately 12:37 a.m., Troopers were dispatched to the 27000 block of Hollyhock Lane, Seaford, for a physical domestic. Through the investigation, Troopers learned Wescott’s ex-girlfriend, a 26-year-old female victim was asleep in her residence with her two children and another 19-year female family member when there was a loud noise at the kitchen door. Upon investigation, the victim observed Wescott had broken into the residence and was now inside. The victim attempted to call 911, but Wescott slapped the phone out of her hands, preventing her from calling the police. The victim then ran back into the bedroom, at which point Wescott grabbed her by the neck and resulting in her not being able to breathe. Wescott then fled the area before police arrived.

On June 12, 2020, Wescott turned himself into Troop 5 and charged with the following crimes:

• Burglary 2ND Degree (felony)
• Strangulation (felony)
• Terroristic Threatening
• Theft
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child (2 counts)
• Malicious Interference with Emergency Communications

Wescott was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court and was issued a $20,200.00 cash bond and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution.

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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Released: 061420 1110

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Georgetown– The Delaware State Police are currently conducting a death investigation that occurred early this morning.

The preliminary investigation began on Sunday, June 14, 2020, when troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 28000 block of Johnson Road, Georgetown.

The Delaware State Police and the Delaware Division of Forensic Science are working in conjunction to determine the manner and cause of death. The identity of the victim is being withheld pending the notification of the next of kin.

The investigation into this incident by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is in its early stages. There are no traffic or public safety concerns related to this incident. Further information will be released as it becomes available.

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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Released: 061420 1102

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Lewes- The Delaware State Police are investigating a strong-armed robbery that occurred Saturday, June 13, 2020, at approximately 2:00 p.m. at Weis grocery store located at 17232 North Village Main Blvd., Lewes.

During the incident, the female suspect followed the 65-year-old male victim from Lewes, DE, out of the grocery store to his vehicle. Once there, the suspect and victim had a brief struggle as the suspect stole the wallet out of the victim’s hands. The suspect then fled on foot, possibly to a nearby parking lot. The victim sustained minor injuries as a result of the incident but was not transported to the hospital for treatment. No weapon was displayed or implied.

The suspect is a white or Hispanic female, approximately 20 years old, 5’00”- 5’5″, black hair, wearing a white t-shirt, dark-colored shorts, tall black socks, brown shoes, and carrying a black Nike drawstring backpack with white lettering. The suspect possibly fled the scene in a red-colored sedan with unknown registration.

Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Trooper A. Stimac at Troop 7 by calling 302-644-5020.

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.

Rehoboth Beach- The Delaware State Police arrested 34-year-old Monique Fulton of Windsor Mill, MD, on felony related drug charges as a result of a traffic stop on Coastal Highway on Friday night.

On June 12, 2020, at approximately 2327 hours, a Trooper on routine patrol on Coastal Highway (SR 1) northbound at Midway Outlet Drive observed a silver Hyundai Tucson fail to stop at a red light. A traffic stop was initiated, and contact was made with Fulton, who was the driver and a 34-year-old male passenger. Based on information obtained during the interaction with Fulton, a search was conducted of her person and vehicle. Inside Fulton’s car, approximately 33.3 grams of cocaine, a large quantity of small plastic Ziploc-style bags commonly used for packaging narcotics for distribution, and approximately 0.94 grams of ecstasy.

Fulton was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 7 where she was charged with the following crimes:

• Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (felony)
• Possession of Controlled Substance (felony)
• Possession of Controlled Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Driving without a Valid License
• Failure to Stop at Red Light

Fulton was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court and was issued a $64,501.00 unsecured bond.

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Released: 061320 1540

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Seaford– The Delaware State Police have arrested a Bronx, New York, man for assault and terroristic charges.

On June 12, 2020, at approximately 8:15 p.m., Troopers were dispatched to the 25000 block of Rocky Road, Seaford, for a domestic incident. Upon arrival, Troopers learned 40-year-old, Shane Sewsaud, was intoxicated and shot his 69-year-old stepfather in the foot with a pellet gun for unknown reasons. After being shot, the victim called a neighbor who responded to the residence. When questioned by the 60-year-old Seaford man, Sewaud began arguing with the neighbor and threatened to kill him. The injured victim was treated at a nearby hospital for his injury.

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

• Assault 2nd Degree
• Terroristic Threatening

Sewsaud was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court and was issued a $6,000.00 secured bond and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution.

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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Released: 061320 1300

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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.

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Released:061320 1202

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Wilmington- The Delaware State Police are seeking the publics assistance with locating Ahmed E. Muhammad. Muhammad is wanted in connection to an armed robbery that occurred at the Dollar General located at 2605 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, on June 9, 2020, at 8:49 p.m.

During the incident, Muhammad entered the store and remained in the business after closing. When asked to leave by an employee, he displayed a handgun and demanded money. The employee complied with the demand and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

Troopers Investigating Armed Robbery of a Wilmington area Dollar General- Wilmington

Anyone with information regarding Muhammad’s whereabouts is asked to contact Detective B. Harris with Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 834-2620.

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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Released: 061320 1145

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Milford- The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the pedestrian who died in a crash on June 12, 2020, on Dupont Boulevard, Milford, as 41-year-old Eric R. Dennis of Lincoln, DE.

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

Troopers Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash- Milford

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: 061320 1000

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Bridgeville– The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the driver who died in a crash on June 11, 2020, on Redden Road, Bridgeville, as 18-year-old Ryan M. Drowsky Jr. of Glen Burnie, MD.

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

*Update*- Troopers Investigating Serious Crash on Redden Road-Bridgeville

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Troopers Investigating Serious Crash on Redden 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: 061320 0801

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Milford- The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian that occurred early this morning.

The incident occurred on June 12, 2020, at approximately 2:10 a.m., when a 2007 Freightliner tractor pulling an enclosed box trailer, was traveling northbound on Dupont Boulevard in the right lane, south of Donovan Street within the city limits of Milford. For an unknown reason, a pedestrian appeared from the east side of the highway and stepped directly into the path of the truck. The operator of the truck was unable to avoid striking the pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a 41-year-old male from Lincoln, DE, was pronounced deceased at the scene.  His name is being withheld at this time pending the notification of next of kin.

The operator of the Freightliner, a 65-year-old male from Nelsonia, Virginia, was properly restrained and uninjured.

Northbound Dupont Boulevard in the area of Donovan Street 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:061220 0817

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