*UPDATE – Victim Succumbs to Injuries* Troopers Investigating Serious Crash I-95 – Wilmington

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police have identified 33 year old Detwine Young of Wilmington,  as the pedestrian who was struck in a collision that occurred at approximately 10:08 p.m., Thursday, May 23, 2019 on northbound I-95, approximately .5 miles north of the Concord Pike.

Detwine Young was initially admitted to the Christiana Hospital with serious injuries, however he succumbed to those injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased on Friday, May 24, 2019.

Click on the following link to view the original release:

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/05/24/troopers-investigating-serious-crash-i-95-wilmington/

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. D. Alexander of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8484.

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:052819 0945

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Troopers Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash – Millsboro

Millsboro, Delaware – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle that occurred late last night east of Millsboro.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:18 p.m., Monday, May 27, 2019 on Oak Orchard Road (SR 5) south of John J. Williams Highway (SR 24) east of Millsboro. A 2018 Suzuki motorcycle, operated by a 23-year-old Millsboro man, was traveling northbound on Oak Orchard Road at a high rate of speed. While traveling northbound, the motorcycle passed another vehicle that had been traveling in front of it on Oak Orchard Road. After passing the other vehicle, the operator of the motorcycle lost control and exited the east side of Oak Orchard Road where it struck a sign and continued traveling in a northeasterly direction where it then struck a metal telephone box followed by a second road sign. The motorcycle overturned and began to tumble along the grassy shoulder of the roadway. While tumbling, the motorcycle broke through a vinyl fence and impacted a standing tree. After striking the tree, it continued to tumble in a northerly direction before coming to a stop on its right side along the east shoulder of the roadway.

The motorcycle driver, who was wearing a helmet, was ejected during the collision and was pronounced dead at the scene.  His name is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

Oak Orchard Road, in the area of the crash was closed for approximately three hours while the crash 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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Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 052819 0849

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*UPDATE- Victim Identified* Troopers Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash – Newark

Newark – The Delaware State Police have identified 28 year old Lanier Brooks of Newark as the pedestrian who was struck and killed in a crash that occurred at approximately 12:36 a.m., Sunday, May 26, 2019 on eastbound Christiana Rd. (DE Rt. 273) west of Old Baltimore Pike, Newark.

Click on the following link to view the original release:

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/05/26/troopers-investigating-fatal-pedestrian-crash-newark/

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the incident are asked to contact Sgt. D. Alexander of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8484.

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:052719 1035

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Troopers Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash I-95 – Wilmington

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle that occurred early Monday morning on I-95 in the area of Jackson Street, Wilmington.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:19 a.m., Monday, May 27, 2019 on southbound I-95 just south of the Jackson St. on-ramp. A 2016 Toyota Sienna, operated by a 44 year old Middletown man, was traveling I-95 southbound in the right lane, just south of Jackson St. A Suzuki motorcycle, operated by a 41 year old New Castle man, was traveling I-95 southbound at a high rate of speed while weaving in and out of traffic. As the Suzuki changed from the middle lane to the right lane it collided with the rear of the Toyota, causing the Suzuki to lay down onto its side, at which time both the operator and a passenger were separated from the motorcycle. Both the operator and passenger came to rest on the right shoulder, the Toyota came to a controlled stop and remained at the scene.

The male operator of the Suzuki and his passenger, a 39 year old Hollywood, FL woman, were pronounced deceased at the scene. Impairment on his behalf is undetermined at this time. Identification of the victims is pending notification of next of kin.

The driver of the Toyota along with his three passengers were not injured. Neither impairment nor improper driving are deemed as factors on his behalf.

I-95 southbound was closed for approximately 4 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the incident are asked to contact Cpl. J. Forester of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8485.

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: 052719 1030

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Troopers Investigating Shots Fired Incident – Bear

Bear – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired incident that occurred early Sunday morning on Bear-Corbitt Rd., in the area of Old S. DuPont Hwy.

On Sunday, May 26, 2019 at approximately 1:56 a.m., Troopers responded to the 2000 block of Bear-Corbitt Rd., Bear, in reference to a report of gunshots. Upon arrival they made contact with an area resident who stated that while inside his home, he heard someone run across his driveway and into his yard. Soon after hearing the noises he heard multiple gunshots being fired from the roadway in front of his house. The subject did not see anyone or any vehicles in the area at the time of the incident.

Upon searching the surrounding area Troopers recovered a total of eleven 9mm shell casings from the roadway in the area of the residence. At this time there have been no reported injuries or damage to property that can be associated with the incident. A search of the area also did not produce any deceased animals.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. Decowski at Troop 2 by calling 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

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:052619 1430

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*UPDATE – Victim Identified* Troopers Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash – Wilmington

Wilmington (19803) – The Delaware State Police have identified 25 year old Shavar Steer of Newark as the operator of a Suzuki GSX motorcycle, who was killed as a result of a crash that occurred at approximately 11:07 p.m., Friday, May 24, 2019 at the intersection of Concord Pike (U.S. 202) and Fairfax Blvd.

Click on the following link to view the original release:

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/05/25/troopers-investigating-fatal-motorcycle-crash-wilmington-2/

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Cpl. J. Aube of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8483

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:052619 1242

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Troopers Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash – Newark

Newark – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate a fatal crash involving a pedestrian that occurred early Sunday morning.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:36 a.m., Sunday, May 26, 2019 on eastbound Christiana Rd. (DE Rt. 273) west of Old Baltimore Pike, Newark. A 2015 Nissan Versa Note, operated by a 21 year old Bear woman was traveling eastbound Christiana Rd., in the right turn lane for Old Baltimore Pike southbound. A 28 year old Newark man who was a pedestrian was also walking on eastbound Christiana Rd. in the turn lane for Old Baltimore Pike southbound. The front right side of the Nissan struck the pedestrian and projected him off the south edge of the road where he came to rest in a grassy area. The Nissan came to a controlled stop and remained at the scene.

The pedestrian victim was transported to the Christiana Hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Impairment on his behalf is undetermined at this time. Identification is pending notification of next of kin.

The driver of the Nissan was not injured. Neither speed nor impairment are deemed as factors on her behalf.

At the time of the collision there was heavy rainfall occurring. The investigation also determined that the victim was wearing a dark colored top and light colored pants, none of which were reflective. He was also not carrying any type of lighting device.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the incident are asked to contact Sgt. D. Alexander of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8484.

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:052619 1245

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DSP S.O.A.R. Searching For Wanted Sex Offenders

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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 052519 0830

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Troopers Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash – Wilmington

Wilmington (19803) – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle that occurred late Friday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:07 p.m., Friday, May 24, 2019 at the intersection of Concord Pike (U.S. 202) and Fairfax Blvd. A 2012 Kia Sedona operated by a 69 year old Holly Springs, NC man was turning left on to Fairfax Blvd. from southbound Concord Pike, with a solid green light. A 2005 Suzuki GSX, operated by a 25 year old Newark man, was traveling northbound on Concord Pike in the right lane, with a solid green light, reportedly at a high rate of speed. As the two vehicles proceeded through the intersection, the Suzuki struck the right side of the Kia.

Multiple witness accounts described the Suzuki as traveling with several other motorcycles that were being operated recklessly and driving at high rates of speed just prior to the collision occurring.

As a result of the collision the operator of the Suzuki was pronounced deceased at the scene. Impairment on his behalf is undetermined at this time.

The driver of the Kia was transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Impairment on his behalf is not being considered as a factor in the collision.

Northbound Concord Pike was closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated ad cleared.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Cpl. J. Aube of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit by calling 302-365-8483

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:052519 0810

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Homeless Sex Offender Notification

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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 052519 0802

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