Felton, Delaware – The Delaware State Police are investigating a single gunshot into a residence that occurred Friday night north of Felton.

The initial investigation has determined that on Friday, June 21, 2019, at approximately 8:15 p.m. troopers responded to the unit block of Appalachian Drive, Felton for a report of a single gunshot. The resident reported he was sitting in his living room when he heard a loud noise towards his bedroom.  He walked in and turned on the bedroom light to observe drywall pieces on his bed and rug.  He looked up to observe a hole in the wall, appearing to be from a projectile.  He then looked down towards the entrance of his room and observed a bullet on the carpet.

The neighborhood was canvassed and neighbors report a single gunshot sound was heard from the north side of the residence. At this time there have been no reported injuries that can be associated with the incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. C. Bowie at Troop 3 by calling 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

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Released:062219 1501

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Wilmington, Delaware (19808)– The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred Friday evening.

The initial investigation has determined the incident occurred at approximately 7:09 p.m., Friday, June 21, 2019, as a pedestrian, 23-year-old female of New Jersey, approached the intersection on Faulkland from the east side of Newport Gap Pike (DE 41).  She initially stopped for the red traffic control signal that permits her to cross DE41 from the east to the west side. She stood within the construction zone next to the construction barrels. As she waited, there were two vehicles to her right on southbound Newport Gap Pike stopped for the red traffic control signal as well. The light sequence at this location reflects a red light for the pedestrian and also for the southbound traffic on Newport Gap Pike. However, the light was green for northbound traffic on Newport Gap Pike. Unaware of the traffic light sequence at this specific intersection, the operator of the first vehicle physically gestured the pedestrian to cross in front of their vehicle because they also had a red light. The pedestrian then acknowledged the operator’s hand signal and entered the roadway without looking to her left for the northbound traffic, which had the green light. Due to the construction zone, the pedestrian’s first steps placed her directly into the northbound lane. At the same time, a Ford E-350 passenger van approached the intersection towards the green traffic control signal and continued northbound into the intersection. The front right side of the vehicle struck the pedestrian.

The 23-year old pedestrian, Allie R. Zambito, was pronounced deceased at the scene as a result of her injuries.

The 45-year-old male driver of Pennsylvania immediately pulled over to the shoulder. He was wearing his seatbelt. The vehicle was also occupied by four teenage females, ranging from ages 15 to 17 years old. They were returning to their residence in Pennsylvania. No injuries reported. Neither speed nor alcohol on the part of the driver was deemed contributing factors in this collision investigation.

Newport Gap Pike was closed for approximately two and a half hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

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– 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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New Castle – The Delaware State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a pedestrian that took place on Basin Rd. in the area of the Penn Mart Shopping Center, Thursday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:46 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2019 on Basin Rd. (DE 141), south of the U.S. 13 overpass. A 2008 Honda Civic, operated by a 30 year old Newark man was traveling southbound on Basin Rd. in the left lane in the area of the Penn Mart Shopping Center. A 73 year old Wilmington was attempting cross Basin Rd. and walked directly into the path of the Honda. After being struck by the front end of the Honda the pedestrian was thrown to the pavement. The Honda came to a controlled stop and remained at the scene.

The pedestrian, who was wearing non-reflective clothing, carrying no light and not utilizing a pedestrian crosswalk was transported to the Christiana Hospital with serious injuries. Alcohol is being considered as a contributing factor on his behalf.

The driver of the Honda was not injured. Neither improper driving nor impairment are being considered as factors on his behalf.

Southbound Basin Rd. between US 13 and the Penn Mart Shopping Center was closed for approximately 2.5 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

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: 062119 0955

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Newark – The Delaware State Police held a ceremony on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Troop 2, where they recognized the graduates of the Spring 2019 New Castle County Citizen’s Police Academy.

Superintendent of the Delaware State Police, Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr., who was accompanied by members of his Executive Staff; Major Melissa Zebley and Major Daniel Meadows, presented certificates to the 17 academy graduates. Colonel McQueen thanked them for their commitment to helping build stronger ties between law enforcement and the community and encouraged them to go back to their respective communities as ambassadors for the Delaware State Police.

The eight week academy afforded these community members the opportunity to get a better understanding of the day to day operations of the Delaware State Police. The academy consisted of presentations by the Delaware State Police Honor Guard and Pipes & Drums, the Delaware Information Analysis Center (DIAC), Collision Reconstruction Unit, Financial Crimes Unit and Division of Gaming Enforcement. The academy also visited the Firearms Training Unit, Mounted Patrol Unit, Delaware State Police Museum and the K-9 training facility.

The academy’s intent is give members of our communities the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the structure and function of the Delaware State Police, and not only answer the question of how we do things, but more importantly, why we do things.

The academy graduates were: Larissa Andrucyk, Joseph P. Blake, Christine Carrino-Gorowara, Susan Croes, Rose Dagg, Brian Harvell, William E. Havens Jr., William Kutcher, Margaret Pierce, Karen Reeder, William D. Robinson Jr., Caroline Silverman, Dana Silverman, Sara Weldin, Jacquelynn Wilson, Joanne Yenkevich, and Brenda Zappo.

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Released:062119 0900

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Dover– The following subjects are not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that 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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Released: 061519 2040

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The incident occurred on the morning of May 18, 2019, when Troopers responded to the Trading Post Pawn shop, located at 4008 S. DuPont Highway, Dover, for a burglary report.  Upon arrival, it was discovered that the suspect forced entry into the business by throwing a brick through the glass door.  Once inside the suspect removed a blue Savage Arms 50. Cal Muzzleloader and a JT ER2 Paintball gun from behind the counter before fleeing eastbound across S. DuPont Highway and into Palmer Park located within Star Hill.