Smyrna – The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a motor vehicle collision involving a tractor trailer and SUV that occurred at 10:25 p.m. on May 31, 2020. As a result of the collision, the Korean War Veteran Memorial Hwy (SR 1) northbound and southbound is shut down between the south Smyrna Exit (114) and north Smyrna Exit (119).

Motorists are to use caution and seek alternate routes of travel.

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

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

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 053120 2302

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Dover– The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint that occurred in the early morning hours on Saturday.

The incident occurred on May 30, 2020 at approximately 3:28 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 2600 block of Kenton Road, Dover, for a report of shots being fired.  Upon arrival, contact was made with a 32-year-old male who advised that he and his wife were sitting inside their parked vehicle outside their residence, while their 12-year-old child was standing next to the driver’s side door.  The victim advised that a dark colored Jeep Wrangler came past his residence at a slow rate of speed and someone from the vehicle fired two rounds in the direction of his residence.  The residence did not appear to have been struck and the victims did not sustain injury.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 3, Criminal Investigations Unit at (302) 697-4454.  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: 053120 1833

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Delaware- In light of the recent tragedy and current events that have struck our nation, the Delaware State Police remain committed to our mission to serve and protect our citizens.

With protests occurring throughout the United States, we understand that many of our citizens here in Delaware also want to exercise their 1^st Amendment Right and have their voices heard to include the right to peaceably assemble.  Our goal is to allow our citizens to protest as safely as possible, while we protect individuals as well as public and private property.

The Delaware State Police will continue to do our part and see that these protests remain peaceful.  Over the past several days, some peaceful demonstrations in cities across the country have turned violent.  We are asking our citizens to do their part in helping us protect our communities by refraining from violence.  We also ask our citizens to report any suspicious activity and if they witness a crime to call their local police department, Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, the Anti-Terrorism Tip Line at 1-800-FORCE-12, or in the event of an emergency 9-1-1. 

We would also like to remind our citizens of the COVID-19 that continues to impact our nation.  These protests are likely to draw large crowds and we ask that you exercise the social distancing guidelines as well as the wearing of face masks.

The safety of our citizens will remain our top priority while we continue to be committed to keeping Delaware safe.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 053120 1626

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Dover- The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a serious crash involving a motorcycle that occurred at approximately 3:18 p.m. on May 31, 2020.

As a result of the crash and ongoing investigation, the intersection of Dyke Branch Rd. and Bayside Dr. (SR 9) is closed at this time. Motorists are to use caution and seek alternate routes of travel.

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

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

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Released: 053120 1617

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Milton–  The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired incident in which an unoccupied vehicle and a residence had been struck.

On May 30, 2020, at approximately 11:49 a.m., Troopers responded to the 28000 block of W. Springside Drive, Milton, for a report of a vehicle and a residence that had been struck by gunfire.  Upon arrival, it was learned that shots were heard on May 29, 2020 at approximately 8:30 p.m.   It was not until the next day that a bullet hole was discovered in the siding of a residence and two bullet holes were located in a vehicle that was parked in the driveway.  At the time of this incident the residence was occupied by a 51-year-old male and a 76-year-old male.  Both residents were not injured as a result of this incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 4, Major Crimes Unit, Detective Bluto at (302)856-5850.  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: 053120 1308

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Lincoln – The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m., Saturday, May 30, 2020, in the 9000 block of Greentop Road, Lincoln.

The initial investigation has determined a 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, driven by a 29-year-old male from Ellendale, was traveling southbound on Greentop Road, south of Clendaniel Pond Road. For unknown reasons, the vehicle exited the west edge of the roadway in front of a residence located in the 9000 block of Greentop Road. After exiting the roadway, the left front of the vehicle struck a tree, which caused the vehicle to rotate clockwise and overturn onto its passenger side. The vehicle came to an uncontrolled stop on the grass shoulder of the roadway. Following the impact, the vehicle caught on fire and became fully engulfed in flames.

The driver of the Monte Carlo, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected from the vehicle. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Identification is pending notification of next of kin.

There were no other passengers inside the vehicle.

Greentop Road was closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Cpl/3 J. Burns of the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-644-5020.

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:053120 0945

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are issuing the following traffic advisory.  Interstate 95 both directions through the City of Wilmington has reopened.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Sergeant Darren Lester

Released:053020 1620

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are issuing the following traffic advisory.  Interstate 95 both directions north, south and through the City of Wilmington is temporarily closed due to pedestrian foot activity.  Alternate suggested route is I-495.

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Released:053020 1525

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Millsboro – The Delaware State Police have charged 36 year old Levaughn O. White, from Millsboro, De, with multiple weapons offenses after he was stopped for a traffic offense and then found to be in possession of a stolen handgun.

The incident occurred at approximately 3:12p.m., Friday, May 29, 2020, in the area of Baywood Greens entrance on Long Neck Road, when Troopers observed a green Volkswagon Sedan with Delaware registration. Upon the stop and contact with White, Troopers detected the odor of marijuana emitting from the interior of the vehicle. White was removed from the vehicle and detained.  A small bag of marijuana was located in White’s front pants pocket. A search of the vehicle’s center console revealed a fully loaded .380 revolver wrapped in a black sock, a pill container with crack cocaine and a small black scale. Pursuant to the traffic stop White was taken into custody without incident.

After completion of the roadside investigation, White was transported back to Troop 7 for processing.  Investigation revealed White was prohibited from possessing a firearm and had a suspended driver’s license. A computer search of the firearm was conducted, and it was determined that the firearm was stolen from Troop 5 territory in 2016.

White was charged with the following offenses:

• Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony
• Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
• Receiving a Stolen Firearm
• Possession with Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Driving While Suspended
• Possession of Marijuana

White was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court and committed to the Sussex Correctional Center in lieu of $103,301 cash bond.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Sergeant Darren Lester

Released: 053020 1015

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Dover – The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register their current address. If anyone knows the location of these subjects, they are asked to call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com/

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Sergeant Darren Lester

Released:052920 1715

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