Georgetown- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred yesterday.

The incident occurred on June 13, 2019 at approximately 3:49 p.m., when a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country mini-van was traveling eastbound on Old Furnace Road just east of Rementer Road, negotiating a slight right curve.  A 2016 Ford 6 wheel box truck was traveling westbound in the same general vicinity. For an unknown reason, the mini-van failed to maintain the proper travel lane and crossed into the opposing travel lane, striking the box truck head-on.

The operator of the mini-van, a 73 year old male from Rehoboth Beach, was properly restrained. He was transported  to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  His name is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

The mini-van was a registered Delaware Taxi, and was transporting two passengers who were both properly restrained.  A 21-year-old male passenger of Georgetown was transported to the PRMC in Salisbury, Maryland where he was admitted for observation only.  The second passenger, a 20-year-old male of Georgetown was transported to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital where he was treated and released with non-life threatening injuries.

The operator of the box truck, a 30-year-old male from Bridgeville, was properly restrained. He was transported to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and later transferred to the Christiana Hospital in serious condition.

Old Furnace Road in the area of Rementer Road was closed for 3.5 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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Seaford-  The Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to locate 33-year-old Matthew J. Davis of Seaford who is wanted in connection with a burglary.

The incident occurred on May 30, 2019 at approximately 2:30 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 26000 block of Lonesome Road, Seaford.  Upon arrival, it was determined that the residence had been burglarized and forced entry was made through the front door.  Multiple items were reported missing including cash and electronics.

Through investigative measures, Davis was identified as the suspect.  It was learned that Davis had pawned some of the stolen items at a local pawn shop.  Davis currently has warrants out of Troop 5 for the following:

• Burglary Second Degree
• Theft
• Theft By False Pretense
• Falsifying Business Records
• Criminal Mischief

Troopers have been unable to locate Davis who is known to frequent the Mobile Gardens area in Seaford, and asks anyone that has information in reference to his whereabouts to contact Troop 5 at 302-337-8253. 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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New Castle, Delaware – The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a New Castle Convenience Store that occurred early Wednesday morning.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:36 a.m., Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at the Wawa Convenience Store located at 7 E. Basin Rd., New Castle, Delaware. A male suspect approached the clerk at the sales counter, displayed a handgun, and stole cigarettes. The suspect was described as white male approximately 60 years old, 5’08” tall with a thin build and fled in a black SUV onto eastbound West Basin Road. The suspect was last seen traveling into the entrance of Chelsea Estates/ Cumberland Farms. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

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: 061319  1438

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Bear, Delaware – On Sunday, June 9, 2018 at approximately 3:32 p.m., troopers responded to the area of Salem Church Road northbound south of Bradley Drive for the report of a two-vehicle crash. The initial investigation determined that a 2016 Honda Civic, operated by a 54-year-old male of Newark, was traveling northbound on Salem Church Road in the right lane. A 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, operated by an 85-year-old was parked on the northbound right shoulder of Salem Church Road.  As the Honda Civic continued northbound the Chevy Malibu merged into the right lane causing its front left to collide with the Civic’s front right side.

Wayne A. Beemler, 85-year-old and the operator of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, sustained injuries and was removed from the scene by EMS and transported to Christiana Hospital. He was cited for Inattentive Driving. This operator was admitted to the Christiana Hospital ICU.  He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on June 11, 2019.

The operator of the Honda Civic sustained non-life threatening injuries and was removed from the scene by EMS and transported to the Christiana Hospital for treatment.

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 the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 061219 1620

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Clayton- The Delaware State Police are currently conducting a death investigation after a suspicious vehicle was reported.

The investigation began on June 12, 2019 at approximately 9:38 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the 3600 block of Sudlersville Road for a suspicious vehicle in the middle of a yard, surrounded by tall grass in a rural area.

Further investigation revealed a deceased victim and hazardous material inside the vehicle.

Multiple agencies, including DSP, DelDOT, DNREC, the Leipsic Fire Department, Hartly Fire Department, Little Creek Fire Department and EMS are currently on scene.

The investigation is in its early stages and remains active and ongoing. Sudlersville Road between Owls Nest Road and Downs Chapel Road is closed at this time.  No foul play and nothing suspicious at this time.

Please contact DNREC at 302-739-9902 for inquiries regarding the hazardous material.

For updated traffic conditions and road closure information log on to: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

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: 061219 1256

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Delaware International Speedway is located at 37854 Sussex Highway (US 13 southbound), just north of the Delaware/Maryland line.

This year’s event will feature competitors throughout the Northeast Dirt Motorsports areas.  Drivers will compete for prize money over $35,000.  Big Block-Small Block Modifieds, Super Late Models, RUSH Crate Late Models, Crate 602 Sportsman, Little Lincoln and Super Trucks will compete in over 100 laps of featured racing in their respective classes.

Delaware State Police Mounted Patrol Unit.

Tickets to the event are available at the speedway’s ticket booth the night of the event. Spectator’s tickets are $20 and pit tickets are $35.  Children under 10 accompanied by parent or guardian are admitted free to spectator seating.

Camp Barnes originally opened in 1948 and was named in recognition of Colonel Herbert Barnes. The camp is located next to the Assawoman Wildlife Area on Miller Creek near Bethany Beach. For six weeks in the summer, each week, 100 children ages 10-13 attend Camp Barnes with no financial burden on their parents.  They participate in outdoor activities and are taught leadership and teamwork skills.

For additional information, please call Detective Jeff Hudson at 302-752-3838 or jeff.hudson@delaware.gov.

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Released: 061119 1302

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