Dover, Delaware – The following are not wanted. These are Homeless Sex Offender Public Notifications. If you have information that any of the listed subjects are 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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Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 120619 1700

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Millsboro-  The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal industrial accident that occurred yesterday morning.

The incident occurred on December 5, 2019 at approximately 7:45 a.m., when Troopers responded to The Bros Landscaping business located at 24452 Hollyville Road, Millsboro, in reference to an industrial accident.  Upon arrival, it was learned that an employee was working on a dump truck on site.  The employee was found by the owner of the business pinned underneath the dump truck.

The victim, identified as 34-year-old Jose Zamora-Rivera of Milton, DE, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

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 Melissa Jaffe

Released: 120619 1212

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Georgetown- The Delaware State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a single vehicle that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on December 5, 2019 at approximately 10:52 p.m., when a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt was traveling eastbound on Asbury Road (CR 446), east of Davis Road (CR 523), approaching a moderate left curve. For unknown reasons, the operator failed to negotiate the curve, and the vehicle exited the roadway.  After exiting the roadway, the Cobalt overturned several times before coming to a final rest in an open field.

The operator, and sole occupant, a 28-year-old male from Laurel, DE, was not properly restrained and was ejected from the vehicle.  He was transported to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and later transferred to the Christiana Hospital in critical condition.

The eastbound lane of Asbury Road was closed for approximately 2.5 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

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@delaware.gov

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 120619 0739

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Newark – The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a Newark area bank that occurred just after noon today.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:18 p.m., Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the Citizen’s Bank branch located inside the University Plaza ACME grocery store. A male suspect approached a teller and presented a note which demanded money and also implied that the he was armed with a gun. The teller complied with the demand and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspect who then fled in an unknown direction. The teller was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, 40-50 years of age, 5’10” tall, wearing a dark colored sweatshirt, with the hood drawn tight around his face. The suspect implied through the note that he possessed a gun, however none was ever displayed.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective B. McDerby of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8436.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:120519 1855

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate a motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:20 a.m., Thursday, December 5, 2019 on Lancaster Pike in the area of Hercules Rd.

The initial investigation has determined that a 2000 Dodge Dakota, operated by an 18 year old male from Wilmington was traveling eastbound on Lancaster Pike, east of Hercules Rd. A 2003 Toyota Tacoma, operated by a 19 year old male from Hockessin was also traveling eastbound on Lancaster Pike and for an undetermined reason both vehicles collided. After the initial impact both vehicles traveled off the right side of the road and struck a guardrail. After impacting the guardrail the Dodge came to rest partially over the guardrail facing north. The Toyota traveled completely over the guardrail where it came to rest.

The driver of the Dodge, who was not properly restrained, was ejected from his vehicle. He was transported to the Christiana Hospital by Delaware State Police helicopter, with serious injuries.

The driver of the Toyota, who was properly restrained, was transported to the Christiana Hospital also with serious injuries.

Impairment is not deemed as a contributing factor on behalf of either driver.

Lancaster Pike was closed for approximately 90 minutes while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Trooper Ruszkay at Troop 1 by calling 302-761-6677.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:120519 1130

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Bear – The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a Bear area Walgreens that occurred Wednesday evening.

The incident occurred at approximately 7:17 p.m., Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at the Walgreens Pharmacy, located at 1120 Pulaski Hwy., Bear. The male suspect entered the business and confronted an employee in the manager’s office, implied that he had a weapon and then demanded cash. The employee complied with the demand and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspect who then fled on foot in an unknown. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a white male, 5’10”-6’00” tall, 140-150 lbs., wearing all dark clothing.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding the 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

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:120519 0835

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are on scene of a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:20 a.m., Thursday, December 5, 2019 on Lancaster Pike (Rt. 48) in the area of Hercules Rd.

As a result of the crash Lancaster Pike is closed in both directions and the closure is anticipated to be lengthy. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes of travel.

For updated road closure information and traffic conditions log onto:

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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, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:120519 0711

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Smyrna- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit are investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian that occurred in the limits of Smyrna.

The incident occurred on December 3, 2019 at approximately 5:23 p.m., when a 2004 Hyundai Sonata was traveling northbound on Dupont Boulevard (US 13) in the left lane, north of East Glenwood Avenue.  A pedestrian was walking in the middle of the left lane, facing southbound, near the south entrance to Smarty Pants Academy.  The operator of the Sonata observed the pedestrian within the roadway and attempted to brake but was unable to avoid the collision. The front of the Sonata struck the pedestrian causing the pedestrian to land within the southbound travel lanes.  Following impact, the Sonata came to a controlled stop and remained on scene.

The pedestrian, 67-year-old Carole Anne Kasson of Smyrna, DE, was not wearing any reflective clothing or carrying a light, and crossing the highway not utilizing a crosswalk.  She was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The operator of the Sonata, a 37-year-old female of Clayton, DE,  was properly restrained and transported to the Smyrna Bayhealth Medical Center where she was treated for minor injuries and released.  There were three juveniles also in the vehicle who were properly restrained and uninjured.

The roadway was closed for approximately 4.5 hours while the investigation was completed and the roadway was cleared.

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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released:120419 0927

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police have received reports of a bear sighting in the North Wilmington area.

Between the early morning hours of approximately 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 the Delaware State Police received three reports of a bear sighting. The locations reported, from earliest to latest, were I-95 in the area of the I-495 split, Manor Avenue at Philadelphia Pike, and I-95 in the area of Concord Pike. These reported incidents have been  sightings only and there have been no direct encounters nor injuries.

The Delaware State Police are working in conjunction with the Delaware Fish and Wildlife Natural Resources Police regarding the sightings.

If you observe what appears to be a bear or any other wild animal, do not approach it, alert and shelter others near you and immediately call 911.

For further information on what to do when encountering a bear click on the following links. While the majority of this information is specific to a bear encounter in the wild, the information is still applicable for an urban or suburban environment.

https://bearwise.org/bear-safety-tips/bear-encounter/

https://www.nps.gov/subjects/bears/safety.htm

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:120419 0752

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Frankford – The Delaware State Police Troop 4 will be holding a Community Café on Thursday, December 5, 2019 and not December 6, 2019 as originally released. The event will be held from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the Frankford Public Library located at 8 Main Street, Frankford, DE. The Community Café will have Troop 4 Administration and the Community Outreach Officer in attendance to meet and interact with members of the public. This Community Café is often referred to as “Coffee with a Cop” in other police agencies and is being held in an effort to build a stronger relationship between the Delaware State Police and the communities that we so proudly serve.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 120319 1601

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