Newark – The Delaware State Police are investigating the strong arm robbery of a motorized mini-bike that took place in the parking lot of a Newark area gas station late Monday afternoon.

The incident occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m., Monday, October 14, 2019 in the rear parking lot of the Shell gas station, located at 380 E. Chestnut Hill Rd. Newark. The 21 year old male victim was approached by a male suspect who engaged him in a conversation about the mini, self-built, kit motor-bike. As the victim was leaving he was dragged off the bike by the suspect who then drove off on it. The victim gave chase but was unsuccessful in catching up to the suspect. The victim was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, 5’7”-6’00” tall, 150-180 lbs., wearing all dark clothing. No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. T. Rhoades at Troop 6 by calling 302-633-5000.

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:101519 2150

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Lewes- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a crash that has turned fatal.

The incident occurred on September 25, 2019 at approximately 7:53 p.m., when a 2005 Dodge Caravan was traveling eastbound on Lewes-Georgetown, Highway (U.S. 9) approaching the intersection of Nassau Commons Boulevard. A 2013 Toyota Tundra, pickup truck was stopped eastbound on Lewes-Georgetown Highway, attempting to turn left onto Nassau Commons Boulevard. For unknown reasons, the operator of the Caravan failed to see the pickup truck stopped.  The front bumper of the Caravan struck the rear of the pickup truck.

The operator of the Caravan, 78-year-old Virginia F. Moore from Lewes, DE was properly restrained.  She was transported to the Beebe Medical Center where she remained until she succumbed to her injuries October 7, 2019.

The operator of the Toyota pickup truck, a 53-year-old male from Lewes, DE was properly restrained.  He was transported to the Beebe Medical Center  where he was treated and released with minor injuries.

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: 101519 1611

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police have arrested 25 year old Shane Windell of Wilmington for stalking, after he repeatedly contacted a female acquaintance against her wishes.

During the month of October 2019, Windell repeatedly contacted a former female acquaintance via phone calls and text messages and was also observed following her while driving. Windell was advised by the victim and by law enforcement to cease contact with her by any means to include electronic and face to face communication.

After being advised to cease contact with the victim Windell continued his attempts and during a 16 hour period, October 9^th into the 10^th, he made 34 calls and sent 25 text messages to her. Further investigation determined that Windell also utilized Google Voice to call the victim from a number which was unknown to her and that showed up on caller ID as originating from Illinois. This number was positively linked to Windell’s cell phone and the calls received by the victim were confirmed to have come from him. When the victim answered these calls all she heard was heavy breathing.

On Monday, October 14, 2019 Windell turned himself in at Troop 6 where he was charged with one count of felony Stalking. He was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court #11 and then committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in lieu of $6000.00 cash bail.

Anyone who believes they may have information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. N. Shovlin at Troop 6 by calling 302-633-5000.

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:101519 1430

The incident occurred on October 13, 2019 at approximately 12:44 p.m., when a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta was traveling eastbound on Seashore Highway, east of Oak Road. A 2015 Dodge Ram 3500 pickup, was towing a trailer carrying an amusement park ride, traveling eastbound on Seashore Highway a distance behind the Jetta.  The operator of the Jetta pulled his vehicle onto the eastbound shoulder of Seashore Highway in preparation to make a U-turn. After coming to a complete stop, the operator of the Jetta attempted the U-turn at the same time the pickup was approaching the location.  As a result, the front of the pickup struck the left side of the Jetta within the eastbound travel lane of Seashore Highway.