Georgetown- The Delaware State Police are investigating a residential burglary and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect.

On March 13, 2019, at approximately 12:56 p.m., Troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 24000 block of Lewes-Georgetown Highway for a report of a burglary.  It was discovered that an unknown suspect had forced entry into the rear of the residence.  Once inside, the suspect removed several items and fled the scene.

Troopers were able to obtain photos of the suspect from inside the residence.  Anyone with information in reference to the suspect’s identity is asked to contact Troop 4, Detective Powell at 302-752-3807.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

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Released: 031419 1114

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Laurel- The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is continuing to investigate the suspicious death of an adult female victim that has been ruled a homicide.

The investigation began on March 9, 2019 at approximately 7:24 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to S. Shell Bridge Road in the area of Broad Creek Estates for a victim that was found deceased on the side of the roadway.

The victim was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science where an autopsy was performed and the cause and manner of death was determined to be a homicide sustained from a gunshot wound to the upper torso.

The case continues to remain under investigation and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective J. King at 302-741-2821. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://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

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/03/09/state-police-conducting-death-investigation-laurel/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/03/13/update-state-police-conducting-death-investigation-laurel/

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Released:031419 0942

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

The incident occurred on March 6^th, 2019 at approximately 9:47 a.m., when a 2004 Dodge Neon was traveling northbound on King Road just south of Dove Road. A 2005 Pontiac Vibe had just pulled from a private driveway on King Road and was slowly accelerating in a northerly direction. The operator of the Dodge, upon observing the Pontiac pull from the driveway activated their brakes, however was unable to avoid striking the rear of the Pontiac.

The operator of the Dodge, a 34-year-old male from Bridgeville was properly restrained and not injured.

The 0perator of the Pontiac, 79-year-old Sandra E. Johnson of Seaford, was properly restrained and transported by the Delaware State Police Aviation Unit to the Christiana Hospital in critical condition.  She succumbed to her injuries on Monday, March 11^th, 2019.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Unit and no charges have been filed at this time.

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:031319 1646

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Camden– The Delaware State Police Troop 3 will be hosting a Town Hall Meeting to provide the public with its 2018 “Year in Review”.

The event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Troop 3’s David B. Pulling Community Room located at 3759 S. State Street, Camden-Wyoming. The presentation will focus on providing the community with a better understanding of how Troop 3 functions and the duties and responsibilities those Troopers handle on a daily basis. Topics covered will also include Troop 3’s structure and components; upcoming goals and 2018 goal attainment specific to crime and collisions; as well as statistics concerning various crimes within their jurisdiction across Kent County.

The meeting is open to the public and all are welcome and encouraged to attend. It is a great opportunity for the community to become more aware of what is happening in their area and how Troop 3’s jurisdiction compares with national crime statistics.

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Released: 031319 1346

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Laurel- The Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate the suspicious death of an adult female victim.

The investigation began on March 9, 2019 at approximately 7:24 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to S. Shell Bridge Road in the area of Broad Creek Estates for a victim that was found deceased on the side of the roadway.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is continuing to investigate this incident and are working closely with the Delaware Division of Forensic Science to determine the identity of the victim and the cause and manner of death.

There has been no other suspicious activity reported in the area at this time.  The Delaware State Police, Troop 5 along with allied agencies have increased their patrols in the area.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective J. King at 302-741-2821. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

The Delaware State Police are urging citizens to report any suspicious activity.  Suspicious activity reporting can be reported to Delaware’s Anti-Terrorism Tip Line by calling 1-800-FORCE-12, e-mailing force12@delaware.gov, or contacting local law enforcement agencies. Any emergency should always be immediately reported to 911. Click on: Report Suspicious Activity.

Regardless of the situation, circumstance or location, if you observe any type of suspicious activity make sure to report it.

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/03/09/state-police-conducting-death-investigation-laurel/

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Townsend – The Delaware State Police are still attempting to locate 28 year old Daniel J. Ford of Warwick, MD, who is wanted on multiple felonies, to include weapon related offenses, stemming from a home invasion that occurred at approximately 11:09 p.m., Monday March 11, 2019, at a residence in the 200 block of Sawmill Rd., Townsend.

Ford who is pictured in the above photo has active warrants on file for the following

• Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony
• Home Invasion
• Aggravated Menacing
• Reckless Endangering 1^st Degree (4 counts)
• Criminal Mischief under $1000.00 (2 counts)

Anyone with information regarding Ford’s whereabouts are asked to contact Troop 9 by calling 302-378-5749 or by calling 911.

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:031319 0908

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Townsend – The Delaware State Police are attempting to locate 28 year old Daniel J. Ford of Warwick, MD, who is wanted on multiple felonies, to include weapon related offenses, stemming from a home invasion that occurred late Monday night.

On Monday, March 11, 2019 at approximately 11:09 p.m., Troopers responded to the 200 block of Sawmill Rd., Townsend in reference to a domestic related incident. The initial investigation determined that Ford arrived at the residence and became involved in a verbal altercation with a female acquaintance, outside the residence. He then encountered a male subject and pointed a handgun at him. A brief struggle ensued between Ford and the male victim over the weapon but Ford was able to retain possession of it.

Ford then made forcible entry into the residence in pursuit of the male. The male victim was able to flee the residence followed by Ford but there was no further interaction between the two. Once outside the residence, Ford punctured the tires of the male’s vehicle with a knife, before fleeing the scene in a red, unknown make and model vehicle.

None of the victim’s, to include two children that were in the residence at the time of the incident, sustained any injuries.

Ford is described as a white male, 5’4″ tall, weighing 155 lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes. (NO PHOTOGRAPH AVAILABLE)

Warrants are currently on file charging Ford with the following;

• Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony
• Home Invasion
• Aggravated Menacing
• Reckless Endangering 1^st Degree (4 counts)
• Criminal Mischief under $1000.00 (2 counts)

Anyone with information regarding Ford’s whereabouts are asked to contact Troop 9 by calling 302-378-5749 or by calling 911.

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:031219 1525

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Bear-  The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate a fatal hit and run crash involving a pedestrian and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect’s vehicle.

The incident occurred on March 10, 2019 at approximately 8:29 p.m., when an unknown vehicle was traveling eastbound on Pulaski Highway (US 40).  A pedestrian was walking eastbound on US 40 in the area of the off-ramp from northbound DE Rt. 1.  The victim was subsequently struck by the vehicle, which did not remain at the scene.  The victim remained in the right lane of US 40 when he was struck by a second vehicle, a 2015 Nissan Altima.  The victim was also struck by other subsequent vehicles that did not remain on the scene.

The victim, 34-year-old Ramanpreet Suri of Wilmington, DE was not wearing reflective clothing or carrying an illumination device.  He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

A photograph of the suspect’s vehicle was obtained and it appears to be an unknown make and model silver in color sedan.  The vehicle would have undetermined front end damage.

The Delaware State Police Reconstruction Unit is asking anyone that has information in reference to this crash or information regarding the striking vehicles that left the scene to please contact Troop 2, Cpl/3 Aube at (302)-365-8483.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/03/10/traffic-advisory-troopers-investigating-serious-crash-involving-pedestrian-bear/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/03/11/update-troopers-investigating-fatal-hit-and-run-crash-involving-pedestrian-bear/

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Released:031219 1347

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Dover (19901)–  The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a single vehicle crash that has turned fatal.

The incident occurred on March 7, 2019 at approximately 10:36 a.m., when a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu was traveling northbound on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway (SR 1) north of the Exit 93 northbound on Ramp. The Malibu was traveling in the right lane and attempted to change lanes and enter the dedicated exit/entry lane. For unknown reasons, the operator turned abruptly to the left and back into the right lane of travel.  The vehicle proceeded to cross over the left lane into a paved median, where it struck concrete jersey barrier that was separating the north and southbound lanes.

The operator, 95-year-old George F. Thompson of Dover was properly restrained and responsive on scene.  He was transported to the Bayhealth Kent General hospital where he later succumb to his injuries on March 11, 2019.

The roadway was closed for approximately 2 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

The accident 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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Released:031219 1331

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New Castle – The Delaware State Police are investigating the knifepoint robbery of a New Castle area variety store that occurred Monday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:47 p.m., Monday, March 11, 2019 at the Dollar General, located at 3056 New Castle Avenue. A male suspect with his face concealed and brandishing a knife, confronted an employee at the sales counter and ordered them to open the register. The employee complied with the demand and opened the register at which time the suspect removed an undisclosed amount of cash. After exiting the business the suspect fled in an unknown make and model vehicle which was parked at an adjacent business. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male with a large build wearing all dark clothing to include a hat and a fabric covering his face.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 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@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:031219 1201

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