*UPDATE* Troopers Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash, I-95 at Martin Luther King Blvd. – Wilmington

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate a fatal crash involving a motorcycle that occurred at approximately 11:21 a.m., Monday, May 4, 2020 on the northbound I-95 on ramp from MLK Jr. Blvd., in the area of W. 2nd St., Wilmington.

The initial investigation has determined that a 2009 Yamaha R6, operated by a 27 year old Wilmington man, was traveling west on the on ramp from MLK Jr. Blvd., to proceed northbound on I-95. As the Yamaha approached a sharp right curve it failed to remain in the lane and veered left, striking a concrete barrier. Upon impact the operator was ejected off the motorcycle and thrown over the barrier, coming to rest in a surface parking lot approximately 50 feet below the elevated roadway, where he was pronounced deceased.

Identification of the victim is pending notification of next of kin.

The on-ramp from MLK Jr. Blvd to I-95 was closed for approximately 1 hour 45 minutes while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Cpl. J. Forester of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8485.

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 Michael Austin

Released:050420 1645

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*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Troopers on Scene of Serious Motorcycle Crash at On Ramp to I-95 at Martin Luther King Blvd. – Wilmington

The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a serious single vehicle motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle that occurred at the on ramp of I-95 northbound from Martin Luther King Blvd. at approximately 11:21 a.m., on May 4, 2020.

As a result of the crash and ongoing investigation, the on ramp to I-95 northbound is currently closed.  Motorists are advised 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 being released as they become available.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 050420 1200

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Troopers Investigating Robbery of New Castle Pharmacy

New Castle – The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a New Castle area pharmacy that occurred Sunday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:16 p.m., Sunday, May 3, 2020 at the Rite Aid pharmacy, located at 2034 New Castle Avenue. A male suspect approached an employee at the sales counter, implied that he was armed with firearm and demanded cash from the register. The employee turned over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspect who then fled on foot. No weapon was displayed, only implied. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, 5’10”-6’1” tall, 185-200 lbs., wearing all dark clothing to include a fabric concealing his face.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident are asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8566.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:050320 0930

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*UPDATE* Troopers Investigating Serious Crash at Intersection of Lighthouse Rd. and Salty Way Dr.- Selbyville

Selbyville – The Delaware State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a bicyclist that occurred at approximately 1:52 p.m., Saturday, May 3, 2020, at the intersection of Lighthouse Rd. and Salty Way Drive, Selbyville.

The initial investigation has determined a 1997 Nissan pickup truck, operated by a 30-year-old Frankford man, was traveling eastbound on Lighthouse Road, approaching Salty Way. A 69-year-old Selbyville woman, who was riding a bicycle, traveling eastbound on Lighthouse Road, within the designated westbound bicycle lane, for unknown reasons crossed over Lighthouse Road directly into the path of the Nissan pickup truck. The operator of the pickup truck was unable to avoid the collision, and the left front of the vehicle collided with the right side of the bicycle within the eastbound lane of Lighthouse Road. After the impact, the operator of the Nissan pickup truck came to a controlled stop and within the eastbound travel lane.

The bicyclist was transported to the Christiana Hospital with serious injuries.

The driver of the Nissan pickup truck was not injured.

The eastbound travel lane of Lighthouse Road was closed for approximately 3.0 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Cpl/1 A. Mitchell at Troop 7 by calling 302-644-5020.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 050320 0928

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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrests- Rehoboth Beach

Rehoboth Beach- The Delaware State Police have arrested three suspects after a traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs.

The incident occurred on Friday, May 1, 2020, at approximately 10:48 a.m., when a Trooper observed a light blue Jeep Cherokee fail to stop at a stop sign on Holland Glade Road at Coastal Highway. A traffic stop was initiated, and contact was made with the occupants of the vehicle, operator, 30-year-old Zachary Caras and passengers, 48-year-old Anthony Didomenicis, and 35-year-old Suzanne Talbot, all from Lewes. Through investigative measures and numerous criminal indicators observed during the traffic stop, the occupants were asked to exit the vehicle. Located in Caras’ right front pocket and the vehicle was drug paraphernalia. Drug paraphernalia was also located in a bag Talbot had in her possession with two bundles of heroin concealed on her person inside her clothing.   Located in Didomenicis’ right cargo pocket were two bundles of heroin, drug paraphernalia, and $1,164.00 USC suspected of being proceeds from drug sales. A total of approximately .42 grams of heroin was seized from the traffic stop.

Caras, Didomenicis, and Talbot were transported to Troop 7, where they were each charged and arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court.

 

Caras was charged with the following crimes and released on a $2,801.00 unsecured bond.

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  • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (felony)
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
  • Failure to Obey Emergency Order
  • Failure to Stop at Stop Sign

 

Didomenicis was charged with the following crimes and released on a $4,800.00 unsecured bond.

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  • Possession With Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (felony)
  • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (felony)
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
  • Fail to Obey Emergency Order

Talbot was charged with the following crimes and released on a $4,800.00 unsecured bond.

  • Possession With Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (felony)
  • Conspiracy 2nd Degree (felony)
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
  • Failure to Obey Emergency Order

 

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Released: 050220 2355

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*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Road Closure- Summit Bridge Road- Middletown

The Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a crash that caused damage to a utility pole on Summit Bridge Road. As a result, all lanes Northbound and Southbound of Summit Bridge Road between Armstrong Corner Road and School House Road will be closed for an extended period of time.

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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Released:050220 2000

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*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Troopers on Scene of Serious Crash at Intersection of Lighthouse Rd. and Salty Way Dr.- Selbyville

Selbyville – The Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred at approximately 1:52 p.m, Saturday, May 2, 2020, at the intersection of Lighthouse Rd. and Salty Way Dr., Selbyville.

As a result of the crash, Lighthouse Rd. has been reduced to one lane. Traffic is getting by; however, motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes of travel.

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

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Released:050220 1453

Wilmington Man Arrested After Crashing Into Residence- Millsboro

Millsboro– The Delaware State Police have arrested a Wilmington man for his 3rd Offense Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol after he crashed his vehicle into a residence.

The incident occurred on Friday, May 1, 2020, at approximately 8:15 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to East Wind Drive, Millsboro, for a red Mercedes Benz that crashed into a residence. Upon arrival, Troopers made contact with the driver, 54-year-old John S. Ruello, and an odor of alcohol was detected, which led to a DUI investigation.

The investigation revealed Ruello was traveling southbound on Long Neck Road, and for unknown reasons he crossed the center line. The vehicle traveled off the roadway to the left, over an embankment and eventually struck a residence on East Wind Drive. The impact of the front center of Ruello’s vehicle striking the deck of the residence, caused the deck to collapse and damage a vehicle parked in the driveway. Ruello was transported to Beebe Hospital for a laceration to his head.

Ruello was charged with the following:

  • 3rd Offense Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol
  • Failure to Drive in Proper Lane and Direction

He was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court and issued $2,001.00 bond.

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Released: 050220 1320

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Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Smyrna Man for Theft of Construction Materials-Millsboro/Lewes

Millsboro/Lewes- The Delaware State Police have arrested Michael Irwin, 45, 0f Smyrna, DE, in connection with multiple thefts from construction sites.

Since the end of April 2020, Troopers began investigating reports of thefts from construction sites in developments under construction in the Millsboro and Lewes area.

On April 29, 2020, at approximately 11:20 p.m., Troopers were on routine patrol in the area of Tributary Boulevard, Millsboro, when they observed a black Ford Ranger pulling a trailer traveling with no lights on. A traffic stop was conducted, and contact was made with the operator who was identified as Irwin. Through further investigation, Troopers determined Irwin was driving under the influence of alcohol and was taken into custody. In clear view in the bed of the trailer, Troopers observed construction packaging that were consistent with materials that have been reported stolen. It was determined through investigative measures the property in Irwin’s possession was stolen.

Irwin was transported to Troop 4 where he was processed and charged with the following crimes:

  • 3rd Offense DUI (felony)
  • Improper Lights
  • Driving While Suspended
  • Failure to have Insurance in Possession
  • Failure to have Registration in Possession
  • Theft over $1500.00
  • Theft under $1500.00
  • Trespass 3rd Degree (2 counts)
  • Failure to Obey an Emergency Order

 

He was arraigned before Justice of the Peace Court and was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $2,503.00.

Detectives with Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit (CIU) continue to investigate this case, and additional charges could be filed against Irwin pending the result of their investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective D. Yencer or Detective P. Taylor at Troop 4 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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Released: 050120 2030

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Homeless Sex Offender Notification

Dover– The following subjects 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. Anyone with information in reference to the whereabouts of Robert Simmons is asked to please contact Detective M. Bailey at 302-943-1560. 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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 050120 2045

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