New Castle (19720)- The Delaware State Police are currently investigating an armed robbery that occurred this morning.

On June 29, 2019 at approximately 4:39 a.m., Troopers responded to a local area hospital in reference to a 23-year-old male victim who had been transported by EMS after being assaulted.  Further investigation revealed that at approximately 3:44 a.m., the victim was walking in the area of 3000 block of New Castle Avenue, when he was approached by an unknown male and female subject who demanded money.  When the victim refused to turn over any money, the male suspect displayed a handgun and the female suspect struck the victim with an unknown object.  The suspects obtained an undisclosed amount of cash from the victim’s possession prior to fleeing the scene on foot.

The victim was treated at the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The suspects were described as a black male and a black female.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 2, Corporal Diaz at 302-834-2620.  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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South Bethany- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on June 14, 2019.

Based on investigative analysis, the incident occurred on June 14, 2019 at approximately 12:57 a.m., when a 2011 Mercedes GLK 350, four door sedan, was traveling northbound on York Road approaching Rebecca Road. York Road is a residential roadway that terminates at a canal access ramp a short distance north of Rebecca Road. A thin cable wire was strung across the entrance to the access ramp. For unknown reasons, after passing Rebecca Road, the Mercedes continued traveling northbound where it entered onto the canal access ramp, struck and ran through the cable wire, and entered into the canal. Once entering into the canal, the Mercedes sank to the bottom and was located on June 29, 2019.

The operator, identified as 70-year-old Linda Bravo of Bethany Beach was located on June 28, 2019 and pronounced deceased.  She had been listed as a missing person through the Bethany Beach Police Department since her disappearance on June 14, 2019.

The incident occurred within a residential community, and no roadways were closed during the investigation.

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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Dover, Delaware – The Delaware State Police and the American Legion held Trooper Youth Week Graduation Ceremony Friday afternoon, June 28, 2019, at the Delaware State Police Training Academy Headquarters Complex in Dover, Delaware.

Graduating Cadet Class 2019

• Damian Alexander                First State Military Academy
• Mason Glanden                     Early College High School
• Kyle Green                              Sussex Central High School
• Serika Hicks                           Polytech High School
• Jemescia Inge                        Christiana High School
• Madeline Kuennen               Delaware Military Academy
• Reese Lohman                       Smyrna High School
• Neva Nowell                          Woodbridge High School
• Zoe Quevedo                          Sussex Technical High School
• Vashon Roby                         Christiana High School
• Elizabeth Schlauch              Caesar Rodney High School
• Arianna Snyder                    Newark High School
• Christopher Tomczyk         A.I. DuPont High School
• Samantha White                  Caravel Academy
• Samantha Wolfgang           Caesar Rodney High School

48th Annual Trooper Youth Week Awards- 2019

Physical Fitness Award:  Damian Alexander – First State Military Academy
(Cadet that demonstrated overall physical fitness)

Esprit De Corps Award:  Reese Lohman –  Smyrna High School
(Cadet that most demonstrated a feeling of pride, fellowship, and common loyalty)

Core Values:  Zoe Quevedo- Sussex Tech High School
(Cadet that demonstrated the essence of our Seven Core Values- Honor, Integrity, Courage, Loyalty, Attitude, Discipline, Service)

Most Outstanding Cadet:  Madeline Kuennen – Delaware Military Academy
(Cadet that demonstrated overall leadership, initiative, teamwork, and commitment to the success of the class)

Delegation of Distinguished Speakers:

Robert M. Coupe –  Secretary, Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security
Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr. –  Superintendent of the Delaware State Police
Commander James Stewart – Department of Delaware American Legion, Inc.

*Selected as the class speaker – Damian Alexander*

Fifteen young men and women from across the state endured a weeklong training program that paralleled what Delaware State Troopers experience while attending our challenging Training Academy.

During the entire week, the cadets took up residence here at the academy to give them a better understanding of the profession of law enforcement and what it takes to become a trooper. The goal of the Delaware State Police Trooper Youth Week Academy is to provide the cadets with the best possible law enforcement instruction while demonstrating professionalism and motivation in a challenging and disciplined environment. The mission here is to help this academy class prepare to succeed. With that, each cadet must put in maximum effort in order to guarantee their success, and I must say, the experience here was like no other for this graduating class. said Sergeant Richard Bratz, Delaware State Police spokesperson. 

In addition to daily inspections and the physical fitness regimen, the cadets attended classes that included; motor vehicle stops, crime scene investigation, drug investigation, drill and ceremony, defensive tactics and ethical decision making to name a few. Special Units included the Motorcycle Unit, Explosive Ordinance Disposal Unit, Maritime Unit, Aviation Unit, Collision Reconstruction Unit, and the K-9 Unit. They also toured a Communications Center and the Delaware State Police Museum.

The Academy T.A.C staff along with the delegation of distinguished speakers and the Executive Staff were on hand to congratulate the cadets and assist with graduation certificates. The 48^th year for Trooper Youth Week would not be possible without the sponsorship of the Delaware American Legion. Thank you to all who had a hand in the success of the program!

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Dover – The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register their current address. If anyone knows the location of these subjects, they are asked to call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com/

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Released: 062819 2054

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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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On Friday, June 28, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., the Delaware State Police Superintendent, Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr. announced the Division’s most recent promotions. The promotional ceremony was held at the Delaware State Troopers Association Hall located at 6349 North DuPont Highway, Cheswold, Delaware.

Surrounded by family, friends and colleagues, Delaware State Troopers were promoted to new ranks.

Promotes:

From Lieutenant to Captain:

• Jeffery Whitmarsh

From Sergeant to Lieutenant:

• John Wes Barnett

From Corporal to Sergeant:

• Kevin Backer
• Scott Horsman
• Jayson Jeffers
• Jonathan Little
• Alison Meadows
• William Miller
• Joshua Scaramazza
• India Sturgis

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Released: 062819 1704

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Wilmington, Delaware (19809)- Delaware State Police are investigating the attempted robbery of a Wilmington area 7-11 store that occurred late Wednesday night.

The preliminary investigation has determined that the incident occurred on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at approximately 11:41 p.m., as a male suspect entered the 7-11 located at 4865 Governor Printz Boulevard, Wilmington. The suspect approached the sales counter where he confronted a male clerk and demanded cigarettes. He then displayed an unknown make and model gun and again demanded a carton of cigarettes and the victim again refused to give the cigarettes. After a short time, the suspect left the store. No merchandise was taken from the store.  The suspect fled northbound through the parking lot towards Edgemoor Gardens, out of sight. The clerk was not injured.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 20-30 years old, 150-160 lbs, between 5’05”-5’10” with a thin build. Last seen wearing a white t-shirt, dark shorts and dark colored sneakers.

No surveillance photos are available at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit at 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@delaware.gov.

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Released: 062819 1710

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Dover (19901)- The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that took place at a convenience store last evening.

The incident occurred on June 25, 2019 at approximately 11:33 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the Shore Stop located at 2636 S. State Street, Dover for a report of a robbery.  Upon arrival, Troopers met with the store clerk who advised that an unknown suspect had entered the business armed with a knife.  The suspect proceeded to jump on the counter demanding money.  The store clerk complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash prior to the suspect fleeing the scene.  The store clerk was not injured as a result of this incident.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 3, Major Crimes 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@state.de.us.

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Released:062619 1303

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Dover- The Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate the incident in which a subject barricaded himself inside his residence and fired shots at State Troopers.

The incident occurred on June 25, 2019 at approximately 9:12 a.m, when a mother responded to Troop 3 to report that her 38-year-old son, Justin Topolski had threatened her with a knife during an argument while inside their residence, located in the unit block of Howe Drive.  Members of the Troop 3 Patrol responded to the residence in an attempt to contact Topolski. Upon their arrival, Topolski entered the residence and refused verbal commands to exit. A perimeter was set up around the residence, when Topolski fired shots in the direction of Troopers, subsequently striking a marked DSP Tahoe that was parked in the driveway.

At approximately 12:59 p.m., Topolski exited the residence and was taken into custody without further incident. He was transported to a local area hospital for an evaluation.  There were no reports of any injuries as a result of this incident.

This case continues to remain under investigation with charges forthcoming.

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/06/25/update-2-subject-in-custody-state-police-on-the-scene-of-a-barricaded-subject-dover/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/06/25/update-state-police-on-the-scene-of-a-barricaded-subject-dover/

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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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Released: 062519 1741

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Dover- At approximately 12:59 p.m., a 38-year-old male was taken into custody after he surrendered.  He is currently being transported to an area hospital for an evaluation.  There have been no reports of any injuries as a result of this incident.

Detectives continue to investigate this incident and charges may be forthcoming.  Howe Drive will be re-opened momentarily.

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/06/25/update-state-police-on-the-scene-of-a-barricaded-subject-dover/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/06/25/state-police-on-the-scene-of-a-barricaded-subject-dover/

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 062519 1321

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