Felton- The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery of a Sal’s Pizza delivery driver that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on March 28, 2020 at approximately 8:01 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the area of the Goose Creek, Felton, in reference to a report of a robbery.  Upon arrival, Troopers met with a 26-year-old male victim.  The victim advised that he had just completed a delivery on Midstate Road and was traveling westbound, back toward Felton, when he observed a dark colored, newer model Kia Optima disabled on the side of the road, with the hood up and hazard lights on. As he approached the vehicle, a female began waving him down, as if she needed help. The victim pulled over in front of the vehicle and attempted to assist her with the battery issue that she claimed to have.

A male then proceeded to exit the Optima, and walked up behind the victim while pressing an unknown hard object to his back. The male suspect demanded everything from victim’s pockets.  The victim complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over his wallet, cell phone, and undisclosed amount of cash.  The suspects fled westbound on Midstate Road, before turning southbound onto Canterbury Road toward Milford.

The suspects were described as a white female in her early 20’s and a black male.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 3, Detective 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

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Released: 032920 0822

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Wilmington- The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that took place at a Wilmington area Restaurant earlier today.

The incident occurred on March 28, 2020 at approximately 1:15 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the El Diablo Restaurant located at 1812 Marsh Road, Wilmington, for a report of a robbery.  Upon arrival, Troopers met with an employee who advised that a subject had entered the business and approached the cash register.  The suspect informed the employee that he had a gun and displayed what appeared to be a handgun in his waistband.  The suspect proceeded to take the tip jar and fled in an unknown direction.

The suspect was described as a mixed male, possibly being black or Hispanic, between 5’11”-6’0″ tall, between 30-35 years of age, and wearing dark colored clothing.

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 302-365-8566.  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

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Released: 032820 1701

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Dover– The following subject is not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed subject is 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: 032820 0815

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Newark- The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in the parking lot of Outback Steak House last evening.

The incident occurred on March 26, 2020 at approximately 8:06 p.m., in the Outback Steak House parking lot located at 27 Possum Park Mall, Newark.  Upon arrival Troopers made contact with the victim who is an employee of Outback.  The employee advised he brought a curbside pick-up order out of the restaurant to deliver to the suspect.  When payment was requested, the suspect threatened to shoot him but did not display a weapon before taking the food and fleeing on foot towards Melrose Place Apartments without paying. The victim did not sustain injury as a result of this incident.

The victim described the suspect as a black male, between the ages of 45-50 and approximately 6’00” tall.  The suspect was wearing dark colored clothing.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit, 302-365-8566. 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

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Released:032720 0933

Millsboro – Troopers have arrested Robert S. Hill, 32, of Seaford, for a shooting incident which occurred around 11:00 p.m. Wednesday March 25, 2020 in the 28000 block of Delaware Avenue in Millsboro.

Troopers were dispatched to the Beebe Medical Center after being notified by medical staff that a 41 year old victim arrived at the hospital for medical treatment due to a gunshot wound. Through the investigation, it was discovered the victim and Hill are roommates. They became involved in a verbal dispute as the victim tried to break up a domestic dispute between Hill and his girlfriend inside the residence. The victim returned to his bedroom and Hill followed where the verbal dispute escalated into a physical altercation. During the altercation, Hill exited the victims’ bedroom and retrieved a handgun from his bedroom. When he returned the physical altercation continued and the victim was shot in his upper body. The victim was privately transported to the hospital with non-life threatening.

Hill was taken into custody at his residence without incident and transported to Troop 7 where he was charged with the following:

• Assault First Degree (felony)
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (felony)
• Reckless Endangering First Degree (felony)
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child
• Offensive Touching

He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court #3 and was committed to Sussex Correctional Institute on $36,000 secure bond.

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Released: 032620 1550

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Harbeson – Delaware State Police have arrested a Milton man after it was determined that he was driving under the influence for the 4^th time.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:50 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, 2020, as a Trooper observed a white, Dodge Ram pickup truck commit traffic violations on Martins Farm Road, Harbeson.  A traffic stop was initiated, and upon contact with the operator, identified as Eugene F. Frederick, 48, of Milton, a strong odor of alcohol was detected, which furthered a DUI investigation.

An inventory search of the vehicle was conducted and a hunting knife along with approximately .20 grams of cocaine and drug paraphernalia were located inside.

A computer check revealed Frederick had 3 prior DUI convictions, making this his 4th offense. Frederick was subsequently arrested and transported back to Troop 7 where he was charged with the following:

• 4^th Offense Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (Felony)
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon by Person Prohibited
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (2 counts)
• Speeding in Excess of Posted Limit
• Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign
• Failure to maintain lane

Frederick was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court #3 and then committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution in lieu of $10,606.00 secured bail.

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Released: 032620 1145

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Milton, DE – The Delaware State Police have arrested two subjects on drug charges after they were stopped for a traffic violation in Milton on Tuesday afternoon.

At approximately 3:11 p.m., Tuesday, March 24, 2020, a Trooper who was on routine patrol in the area of Harbeson Rd. and Cool Spring Rd. stopped a gray, Toyota Tundra due to traffic violations. Upon making contact with the occupants of the vehicle the Trooper was able to identify the driver as Harry D. Johnson Jr., 52 of Milton and a 48 year old female passenger from Harbeson. Upon investigation the Trooper detected a strong odor of marijuana emanating from the drivers window of the vehicle.

Both occupants were removed and a subsequent probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted. The following was located inside the vehicle and was seized as evidence.

-Approximately .57 grams of Methamphetamine

-Approximately .67 grams of Hash

-Approximately 13.46 grams of Marijuana

-Over $2300.00 in suspected drug proceeds.

Both individuals were taken into custody and transported to Troop 7.

Johnson was charged with the following:

• Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance
• Conspiracy 3rd Degree
• Possession of a Controlled Substance (2 counts)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (2 counts)
• Failure to Signal Continuously
• Failure to Obey a Traffic Device

Johnson was arraigned and released on $ 13,200.00 unsecure bond.

The female passenger was charged with misdemeanor offenses:

• Conspiracy 3^rd Degree
• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

She was arraigned and released on $2,000.00 unsecure bond.

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Released:032620 1105

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Dover – The Delaware State Police State Bureau of Identification (SBI) remains open during the Coronavirus outbreak.

However to ensure timely service to individuals essential to Delaware’s care provider industries, beginning on Tuesday, March 24^th, 2020 at 8:00 a.m., services will be limited to Health Care, Long Term Care and Child Care Providers. All other requests for services will be deferred for consideration until May 15^th.

THIS CHANGE DOES NOT APPLY TO SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CONTINUE TO REPORT AS REQUIRED.

SBI locations in all three counties will remain open to provide services to these specific sectors by appointment only. Appointments may be scheduled by calling: 302-739-2528.

We thank the public for cooperating with these guidelines and ask that individuals visiting our customer service centers follow these recommendations:

• Take advantage of using hand sanitizer, available at our customer service windows, before conducting any transaction.
• Use a credit card for any transaction to limit the amount of hand-to-hand contact.
• Keep at least six feet of space between fellow customers and do not crowd.

We will continue to provide updates regarding operations as the situation evolves.

For updated information you can always visit our website at: https://dsp.delaware.gov/obtaining-a-certified-criminal-history

State Bureau of Identification Dover Office Temporarily Changes Operating Procedures

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Released: 032420 1726

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New Castle – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that took place in the New Castle neighborhood of Minquadale, early this afternoon.

The initial investigation has determined that at approximately 12:37 p.m., Tuesday, March 24, 2020, a 2o year old male was seated in the driver’s seat of his vehicle which was parked in the area of Hazeldell Avenue and Milford St., Minquadale. An unknown suspect fired a single round into the vehicle striking the victim. An adult male passenger who was also in the front seat was not injured. The male victim drove himself to an area hospital where he was treated for a non-life threatening gunshot wound to his shoulder.

There is no suspect description nor motive for the shooting at this time.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective R. Strecker of the Troop 2 Major Crimes Unit by calling 302-365-8413.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:032420 1645

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Delaware – The Delaware State Police Fall 2020 hiring process deadline is quickly approaching.

Applications need to be submitted on or before April 8, 2020 to be considered for our Fall 2020 Academy Class. Applications can be submitted online via our website www.becomeatrooper.com

Questions concerning this information can be directed to the Recruitment Office of the Delaware State Police by email at dsprecruiting@delaware.gov or telephone 302.739.5980.  Information regarding minimum qualifications and the application process can be found on the Delaware State Police website at www.becomeatrooper.com

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 032420 1300

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