Dover – The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offender after they either failed to register or re-register their current address. If anyone knows the location of this subject, 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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Released: 042520 0940

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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, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 042520 0930

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Selbyville – The Delaware State Police are investigating a street robbery that occurred Friday night in Selbyville, which has left a 25 year old man hospitalized.

The initial investigation has determined that at approximately 10:16 p.m., Friday, April 24, 2020 the male victim and a female acquaintance were in the area of Washington Avenue and Polly Branch Rd., when they were approached by two male suspects who both had their faces concealed with cloth coverings. The suspects demanded money from both subjects and then proceeded to assault the male victim by striking him in the head and face with a handgun. The female turned over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspects who then fled the area on foot. The female drove the male victim to an area hospital where he was admitted with serious injuries. The female victim was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspects could only be described as being male, 5’’8”-5”10” tall, wearing all dark clothing to include cloth coverings concealing their faces.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective R. Mills of the Troop 4 Major Crimes Unit buy calling 302-752-3800.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:042520 0920

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Harrington-  The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is currently conducting a death investigation after an individual was found lying unresponsive in the roadway.

The incident occurred on April 24, 2020 at approximately 1:10 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to Killens Pond Road, between Sandbox Road and Bloomfield Road, Harrington, for a report of a subject lying in the roadway.  Upon arrival a 40-year-old male was located unresponsive in the roadway and 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.  The victim’s identity is being withheld at this time pending the notification of next of kin.

The investigation is in its early stages with further information being released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective J. King at 302-741-2821. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://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@delaware.gov

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 042420 0938

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Claymont– The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a crash that occurred on April 22, 2020, at approximately 5:58 p.m. on northbound I-95 south of Naamans Road, Claymont.

A 2004 Ford F-150 pickup operated by a 41-year-old New Castle man was traveling in the construction zone northbound on I-95 south of Naamans Road, Claymont. A Caterpillar Excavator operated by a 64-year-old Hagerstown, Maryland man was working within the construction site in the area, off the left shoulder, and within the grassy center median.   For unknown reasons, the Ford Pickup drifted out of the lane of travel and into the median. The front of the Ford Pickup struck the rear of the stationary Excavator. The impact caused the Ford Pickup to spin in a counterclockwise direction before coming to rest facing southwest across both northbound lanes of I-95. As a result of the collision, the operator of the Ford Pickup was trapped in the vehicle for approximately 30 minutes and had to be extracted by the fire department. Once freed, the operator was transported to Christiana Hospital for life-threatening injuries. Several hours later, he died from his injuries. The operator of the Excavator was transported to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

During the on-scene investigation, northbound I-95 in the vicinity of Naamans Road was closed.

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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Released:042320 2210

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Laurel– The Delaware State Police are investigating two commercial burglaries and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the pictured suspect.

The incidents both occurred on April 22, 2020, during the early morning hours. At approximately 1:00 a.m. Reese’s Liquor Store, located at 30231 Sussex Highway, Laurel, was broken into. The second burglary occurred at approximately 3:31 a.m. at Exxon, located in the town limits of Laurel at 30341 Sussex Highway. The Delaware State Police and Laurel Police Department are working jointly to investigate these burglaries.

Troopers obtained video surveillance images of the suspect, described as a black male wearing a blue hoodie, blue jeans, and a dark blue beanie hat.

Anyone with information in reference to the suspects’ identity is asked to contact Troop 4, Criminal Investigations Unit, Detective W. Saylor at 302-752-3897.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released: 042320 0955

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Camden – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on April 22, 2020, at approximately 9:14 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the 9000 block of Willow Grove Road, Camden, for reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, contact was made with the two victims who reside at the residence. The investigation revealed the residents were sitting inside when they heard gunshots coming from outside. After hearing the shots, they discovered a projectile hole in the wall above their heads. A search of the area conducted by Troopers located shell casings outside the residence and along the roadway. No one was injured during the incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 3, Criminal Investigations Unit, Detective D. Blomquist 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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Released: 042320 0850

Laurel – The Delaware State Police have arrested 33 year old, Jordan Kirn of Salisbury, MD as the result of two domestic-related incidents with his ex-girlfriend, which occurred on March 29, 2020, and April 19, 2020.

On March 29, 2020, at 12:55 a.m., Kirn responded to the victim’s residence located in the 6000 block of Old Sharptown Road, Laurel, to retrieve personal property. While at the residence, Kirn and the victim engaged in a verbal altercation that escalated to Kirn striking the victim in the face. After a brief struggle, the victim was able to flee the scene and call 911. During the incident, two children were present but were not injured. The victim did not seek medical treatment for her injuries. Troopers attempted to locate Kirn after the incident with negative results, and a warrant was issued for his arrest for the following crimes:

•    Assault 3rd Degree
•    Endangering the Welfare of a Child (2 counts)

On Sunday, April 19, 2020, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Troopers were dispatched to the victim’s residence for a report of a physical domestic. Further investigation revealed Kirn had responded to the residence and entered the home without permission.  The victim and two children were asleep in the residence and were awoken by a loud noise in the hallway. The victim went into the hall and was immediately confronted by Kirn.  A physical altercation ensued, and Kirn produced a pocket knife from his pocket and threatened the victim bodily harm before exiting the residence.  The victim was able to lock the door to the residence and call 911. Prior to Troopers arriving on scene, Kirn fled the area in his vehicle.

After Troopers cleared the scene, Kirn was observed in the area by the victim and a Trooper in the area. The Trooper attempted to conduct a traffic stop on Kirn’s vehicle and it came to a delayed stop but Kirn failed to exit the vehicle upon the Troopers request.  Kirn then placed his vehicle in drive, fled the scene and failed to stop for the Trooper with his patrol vehicles’ lights and siren activated. Kirn continued to drive at a high rate of speed and fled into Maryland.

Kirn was taken into custody by police in Wicomico County, Maryland, and was extradited back to Delaware on April 21, 2020 where he was charged with the following crimes:

•    Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony
•    Burglary 2nd Degree (felony)
•    Aggravated Menacing (felony)
•    Criminal Contempt of a Domestic Violence Protective Order (felony)
•    Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (felony)
•    Terroristic Threatening
•    Endangering the Welfare of a Child (2 counts)
•    Reckless Driving
•    Offensive Touching
•    Criminal Mischief under $1000 Damaged Property (2 counts)

Kirn was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court and was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $36,050.00.

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: 042220 1030

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New Castle – The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a New Castle area gas station Monday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 10:09 p.m., Monday, April 21, 2020, at Exxon, located at 261 South DuPont Parkway, New Castle. A male suspect who was brandishing a knife entered the business and confronted a store employee at the sales counter. The suspect demanded the employee give him all the money in the drawer. When the employee complied, the suspect took an undisclosed amount of money from the register before fleeing the store on foot. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male wearing all dark clothing and in possession of a knife.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8471.

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:042120 1055

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Dover – Governor John Carney has signed a proclamation officially declaring the week of April 19-25, as National Crime Victim’s Rights week. It is a time to honor those who have been impacted by crime and to remember those who have lost their lives as a result of a criminal act, to include first responders who were killed in the line of duty.

In addition to the victims who have been personally impacted by violent crime we also want to use this week as an opportunity to give thanks to those individuals who provide outstanding service to the victims and their families on a daily basis.

Victims often experience many unfamiliar emotions such as: shock, disbelief, anger, fear, frustration, or guilt. Victims may be immobilized by the feeling that their lives will never be the same. Although these feelings are very normal, victims who are in a state of emotional crisis often are unable to work through these feelings on their own. They may not have the resources to seek professional assistance or may not know where to seek such support. Victims and their families may suffer financially, physically and emotionally. These Victim Service Specialists are prepared to assist victims, witnesses and families with these issues.

 This year’s theme—Seek Justice | Ensure Victims’ Rights | Inspire Hope—recognizes the individuals and groups whose advocacy has propelled the victims’ rights movement forward for the past half century, inspiring in victims and their loved ones a feeling of hope for progress, justice, and healing.

 The Delaware State Police Victim Services unit, comprised of civilian employees and assisted by specially trained sworn Troopers, provide 24 hour crisis intervention, information and referral to not only the Delaware State Police, but also to over 30 municipal departments statewide.  They assist over 4,000 victims a year and respond to approximately 1,000 hotline calls. Their commitment and dedication is unsurpassed as they continually strive to provide the best service possible in an effort to ensure positive outcomes for the victims they serve. In further recognition of the level of service being provided by our victim advocates, Senior Victim Service Specialist Corrie Schmitt, was selected as the 2019 Delaware State Police Civilian of the Year.

In addition to the specialists themselves another integral part of this victim advocacy team are the tele-communications specialists at DSP Communications who triage hundreds of calls to the 24 hour victim hotline (1-800-VICTIM-1).

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:042120 0915

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