Newark – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired incident that took place at a Newark area residence early Tuesday morning.

At approximately 1:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 18, 2020, the occupants of a residence located in the 600 block of Old Baltimore Pike, Newark were awoken by the sound of approximately six gunshots. At this time the residents were unaware what had occurred and it wasn’t until later in the morning that they discovered damage to the exterior of the residence, which was confirmed to have been caused by gunfire. There were no injuries as a result of the incident.

At this time there are no suspects or possible motive for the shooting. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. M. Young at Troop 2 by calling 302-834-2620.

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Stanton – At approximately 3:04 p.m., Tuesday, February 18, 2020, Troopers responded to a wooded area located in the 500 block of Main St., Stanton, in reference to four adults that were discovered deceased inside a tent.

The investigation is in the early stages however no foul play is suspected at this time.

The victims will be turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science where an autopsy will be performed to determine the cause and manner of death.

Further details will be released as they become available and if necessitated.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

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Lewes- The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Administration held a community meeting on Monday, February 17, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. in Troop 7’s Community Room located at 19444 Mulberry Knoll Road, Lewes, led by Captain Darren Short.

Troop 7 achieved a 63.6% clearance rate in robberies, a 27.6% clearance rate in burglaries, a 79.1% clearance rate in aggravated assaults, a 55.7 % clearance rate in shopliftings and a 36.7% clearance rate in thefts.  These clearance rates simply exemplifies the exceptional work the Troopers are doing and demonstrates their desire to solve crimes when they occur.  Moreover, Troop 7 had a 73% increase in proactive drug investigations.  When examining collisions, the overall total of crashes increased by .5%, however the number of pedestrian related crashes declined 34.8% .

In 2020, Troop 7 will have a multifaceted approach to crime reduction and traffic safety. Deployment strategies will focus on crash causing offenses and proactive criminal enforcement of the core crimes affecting the Troop 7 patrol territory based on the stratified policing model.

We truly appreciate and thank all those in attendance, including Secretary Robert Coupe, Senator Brian Pettyjohn, Representative Peter Schwartzkopf, Representative Ruth Briggs King, Representative Steve Smyk, Sussex County Council President Michael Vincent, Sussex County Council Douglas Hudson, Sussex County Administrator Todd Lawson and State Auditor Kathy McGuiness.  

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

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Bridgeville, Delaware – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that was reported earlier today east of Bridgeville.

The incident was reported on Monday, February 17, 2020, at approximately 9:33 a.m., as a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, operated by a 67-year-old female of Seaford, was traveling northbound on Apple Tree Road and stopped at the posted stop sign. A 2006 Ford, E250 Econoline Van, operated by a 62-year-old male of Elkridge, Maryland, was traveling eastbound on Redden Road, SR 40 approaching the intersection of Apple Tree Road. Redden Road is a through-way and traffic is not required to stop. For unknown reasons, the Volkswagen Jetta failed to remain stopped and entered the intersection directly into the path of the Ford E250 Econoline Van. The operator of the van was unable to avoid the collision and the front of his vehicle impacted the left side of the Jetta within the intersection. After impact, the Jetta was forced off the northeast corner of the intersection where it came to rest, upright facing in a northerly direction. The van was also forced off the northeast corner of the intersection where it came to rest with its right side partially resting on top of the Jetta, facing in a northerly direction.

The operator of the Jetta, 67-year-old female of Seaford, Delaware was not properly restrained and was transported by EMS ambulance to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford where she was pronounced dead. Her name is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

The operator of the van, 62-year-old male of Elkridge, Maryland was properly restrained and was transported to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital by EMS ambulance where he was treated and released with minor injuries.

The passenger in the van was not properly restrained and was transported by EMS ambulance to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital where he was treated with minor injuries and released.

The intersection of Redden Road and Apple Tree Road was closed for approximately three hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Troopers Investigating Serious Vehicle Crash – Bridgeville

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit. Please call the Collision Reconstruction Unit at Troop 7, Lewes at 644-5020 for any information about this crash.

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Bridgeville, Delaware – The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a serious crash involving two vehicles that occurred at approximately 9:33 a.m., Monday, February 17, 2020, at the intersection of Apple Tree Road and Redden Road, Bridgeville, Delaware.

As a result of the crash, the intersection is closed. Use caution and avoid the area if possible. Expect traffic delays.

For updated traffic conditions and road closure 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.

Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 021720 1030

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Newport, Delaware – The Delaware State Police are releasing the name of the victim who was involved in the shooting incident on Saturday, February 15, 2020, as 15-year-old Emoni Rivers-Boyd of Wilmington, DE.

This incident continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident, they are asked to contact Detective M. Csapo at 302-741-2729. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

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Millsboro, Delaware – The Delaware State Police are investigating an industrial accident that seriously injured a Virginia man.

The preliminary investigation has determined the industrial accident occurred on Sunday, February 16, 2020, at approximately 2:24 p.m., at Mountaire Millsboro, located at 29106 John J. Williams Highway. A 58-year-old man of Melfa, Virginia was at this location to assist with the renovation of the building on the Mountaire Complex. The man was working on the grated walkway removing the old grates and replacing them with new ones approximately 20′ in the air when he fell and landed on the ground below where he sustained serious injuries.

The Virginia man was removed from the scene by Millsboro EMS and transported to the Beebe Hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.

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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Juanita Huey

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Wilmington, Delaware – The Delaware State Police apprehended a subject with an airsoft gun after shots were fired late last night on Philadelphia Pike.

The preliminary investigation has determined on Saturday, February 15, 2020, at approximately 11:53 p.m. troopers were dispatched to the area of the Bar XIII, located at 1706 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington for a disorderly subject armed with a firearm. It was reported the suspect approached a victim displaying the weapon and taunting him. Upon arrival, troopers observed the suspect carrying a black handgun while walking along Philadelphia Pike.  As both Troopers exited their patrol vehicles and identified themselves, the suspect turned and fired a round at them; able to recognize that the firearm was an Airsoft gun, the troopers took action and quickly communicated that information to responding Troopers.

A second round was fired in the responding trooper’s direction. Attempts to deploy tasers on the suspect were ineffective leading to a struggle with Troopers and the suspect. The suspect broke free and fled on foot. After a foot chase, contact was made with the suspect and another struggle occurred during which a K-9 was deployed. The suspect turned and fired one round at the K-9, striking him.

During the course of the altercation, the suspect struck a trooper in the back of his head with the Airsoft gun and struck another trooper with the firearm. One Trooper sustained a minor laceration to the back of his head and the other trooper sustained a contusion to his forehead.  In addition, the suspect attempted to remove both of the trooper’s firearms from their Divisionally issued holsters. Extra officers arrived on the scene and the suspect was taken into custody. Troopers were treated at the scene for the laceration and contusion. The suspect was transported to the Wilmington ER where he was later committed to C.A.P.E.S. (Crisis Assessment and Psychiatric Emergency Services).

The suspect identified as Jason W. Tatom, 31 of Wilmington, was suspected of being under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Upon his release from the Crisis Assessment and Psychiatric Emergency Services unit (C.A.P.E.S.), he will be processed and charged with the below-listed crimes:

Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony

Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence

Removing or Attempting to Remove a Firearm from a Law Enforcement Officer (2 counts)

Assault 2nd on a Law Enforcement Officer (2 counts)

Aggravated Menacing (4 counts)

Resisting Arrest with Force Reckless Endangering (3 counts)

Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer Animal

Criminal Mischief Under $1000 (2 counts)

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Newport, Delaware – The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is currently conducting an investigation with the Newport Police Department into a shooting death that occurred last night.

The preliminary investigation has determined on February 15, 2020, at approximately 9:56 p.m. the Newport Police Department and the Delaware State Police responded to a shooting at an apartment in the unit block of Bennett Court in the town limits of Newport. Police located a 15-year-old female gunshot victim at this residence where she was pronounced deceased at the scene.

There is no suspect information at this time. This incident continues to remain under investigation by the Homicide Unit and the Newport Police Department and further information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective M. Csapo of the Homicide Unit by calling 302-741-2729. 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: 021620  0840

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Newark, Delaware – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 2:30  p.m., Saturday, February 15, 2020, in the 4000 block of Ogletown Stanton Road, Newark.

The preliminary investigation has determined that police located a 19-year-old male gunshot victim who arrived at the hospital with a non-life threatening injury. There were no other reported injuries as a result of the incident and no known suspects at this time.

The incident remains under investigation and further details will be released when possible. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective A. Lloyd of the Troop 2 Major Crimes Unit by calling 302-365-8411. 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 the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 021520 2150

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