C&D Canal Banks/Middletown – Multiple police, fire, maritime and EMS agencies are currently on scene of an incident that occurred at approximately 9:41 a.m., Sunday, October 6, 2019, in which a single vehicle entered the water on the south-side of the C&D canal approximately 1 mile west of the SR 1 (Roth) Bridge.

This is an active operation and the investigation is in the early stages. Further details will be released as they become available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:100619 1230

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Millsboro– The Delaware State Police are investigating a serious crash that occurred Saturday evening at the intersection of DuPont Blvd. and Town Center Blvd., Millsboro.

The initial investigation has determined that a 2013 Chevy Silverado, operated by a 59 year old Selbyville man, was stopped at a red light, in the left turn lane of northbound DuPont Blvd. at the intersection with Town Center Blvd. A 2004 VW Jetta, operated by a 51 year old Georgetown woman, was traveling in the southbound right lane of DuPont Blvd. approaching the same intersection. The traffic signal changed and the Chevy proceeded with its turn with a green arrow. The Jetta failed to stop at the red light and proceeded through the intersection, with its front end striking the front right end of the Chevy.

The driver of the Chevy, who was properly restrained, was not injured. Impairment on his behalf is not deemed as a factor in the crash.

The driver of the Jetta, who was properly restrained, was transported to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital with minor injuries. Impairment on her behalf is not deemed as a factor in the crash. She was cited for Failure to Stop at a Red Light, Driving without a Valid License, and Failure to Have Registration Card in Possession.

A 4 year old rear seat passenger in the Jetta, who was properly restrained in a booster seat, sustained serious injuries and was transported to the A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children.

An adult male front seat passenger in the Jetta, who was properly restrained was uninjured.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Trooper K. Campbell at Troop 4 by calling 302-856-5850.

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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:100619 0850

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Bear – The Delaware State Police are conducting a death investigation after human remains were discovered along the C&D Canal banks Friday afternoon.

At approximately 3:01 p.m., Friday, October 4, 2019 human remains were discovered by passersby, in the area of the north banks of the C&D Canal, just west of the St. Georges Bridge. The remains were turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science to determine the cause and manner of death.

The initial investigation has determined that the the remains are those of black male. The age of the victim is undetermined at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Sgt. S. Yeich by calling 302-741-2703.
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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin
Released:100519 2120
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Milton- The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the driver who died in a crash on October 3, 2019 on Coastal Highway (SR1), and Lockerman Road, as 64-year-old Joshua Clendaniel 3rd of Milton, DE.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/10/04/troopers-investigating-fatal-crash-milton-3/

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 100519 0812

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Dover– 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 Public Information Officer Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 100519 0755

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South of Dewey Beach– The Delaware State Police are conducting a death investigation related to a kite boarding accident that occurred earlier this afternoon.

On October 4, 2019, at approximately 12:43 p.m., Troopers responded to the Towers Bay area of the Delaware Seashore State Park in reference to a kite boarder.  It was learned that at approximately 11:00 a.m., a 48-year-old male met with his father at the Towers Bay area of the Delaware Seashore State Park (bayside off Coastal Highway south of Dewey Beach), and was practicing kite boarding by using only the harness and kite (no board) while standing in the water.  Due to heavy winds, the victim was pulled farther and farther out into deeper water.  The father called 911 and Delaware Fish & Wildlife Natural Resource Police initiated a search of the area.

At approximately 1:37 p.m., the male victim of Bear, DE, was located by the Delaware Fish & Wildlife Natural Resource Police deceased along the shore south of the original location.  The victims name is being withheld at this time pending the notification of next of kin.  The Delaware Division of Forensic Science was contacted to remove the victim and to conduct an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death.

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: 100419 1759

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Dover- The Delaware State Police are investigating the report of shots being fired last evening.

The incident occurred on October 3, 2019 at approximately 8:15 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the area of Saxton Road and Steele Road in reference to a shots fired complaint.  Upon arrival, Troopers met with several citizens who reported hearing multiple shots being fired.  Further investigation revealed that the shots appeared to have come from a passenger vehicle that was in the area at the time and had fled.  A bullet casing was located in the street and there were no reports of any injuries as a result of this incident.

There is no suspect information at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 3, Criminal Investigative Unit 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@delaware.gov.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 100419 1226

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The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a bicyclist that occurred yesterday afternoon.