Bear – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate a multi-vehicle crash involving two Troopers that took place on the Roth Bridge early Wednesday morning.

The initial investigation has determined that at approximately 4:15 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2019, two Troopers assigned to Troop 9 in Odessa, responded to State Route 1 southbound at the crest of the Roth Bridge, in reference to a disabled vehicle.

Upon arrival they discovered a 2005 Dodge Durango, disabled on the right shoulder and the operator, a 31 year old Townsend man, standing outside the vehicle. The first Trooper on scene activated his emergency lights and positioned his fully marked 2017 Chevy Tahoe patrol vehicle directly behind the Dodge. The second Trooper arriving on scene also in a fully marked 2017 Chevy Tahoe with lights activated, positioned his vehicle in the right lane of travel to the rear of the first Trooper for added safety while they attended to the motorist. After making initial contact with the operator, the first Trooper returned to his vehicle, while the second Trooper remained with him at the rear of his Dodge. At this time a 2016 International tractor trailer, operated by a 47 year old Warminster, PA man was traveling SR 1 southbound in the right lane and failed to perceive the stopped vehicles. The front end of the tractor trailer struck the rear of the first Tahoe which was unoccupied, creating a chain reaction collision between all four vehicles and the guardrail.

The operator of the Dodge and the Trooper who was standing with him were struck in the process. Both were transported to the Christiana Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The Trooper who was seated in his vehicle was also transported to the Christiana Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The driver of the tractor trailer who was not injured was cited for Inattentive Driving.

SR 1 southbound on the Roth Bridge had intermittent lane closures and restrictions for approximately 5 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

Anyone with information regarding this 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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Released:050919 0945

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Millsboro- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a single vehicle that occurred earlier this morning.

The incident occurred on May 9, 2019 at approximately 1:16 a.m., when a 2004 Jeep Cherokee was traveling northbound on Handy Road south of Dickerson Road. Due to unsafe speed, the operator failed to maintain the travel lane and drove off the west edge of the roadway, striking a large standing tree.

The operator and sole occupant, a 24-year-old male of Millsboro was not properly restrained.  He was transported to the Beebe Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased.  His name is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

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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Released:050919 0711

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New Castle – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:11 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the intersection of River Rd. (DE Rt. 9) and Grantham Lane, New Castle.

The initial investigation has determined that a 2003 Hyundai Accent operated by 58 year old Yuksel Tuz of Newark, was travelling eastbound on Grantham Lane, approaching the intersection with River Rd. A 2005 Chevy Silverado, operated by a 56 year old Bordentown, NJ man, was traveling southbound on River Rd. proceeding through the intersection with Grantham Lane. The Hyundai failed to stop at the stop sign before entering the intersection and proceeded directly in to the path of the Chevy. The Chevy’s front end struck the right side of the Hyundai, forcing it off the east side of the road into a grassy area where it came to rest. The Chevy came to rest in the northbound lanes of River Rd.

Tuz, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was trapped in his vehicle, and upon extrication was transported to the Christiana Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. Impairment on his behalf is undetermined at this time.

The driver of the Chevy, was wearing a seatbelt and was not injured. Neither impairment nor improper driving are factors on his behalf.

The investigation is onoing and anyone with information regarding this incident 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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Released:050819 0730

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Bear – The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a crash that occurred at approximately 4:15 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2019 on southbound State Route 1 at the crest of the Roth Bridge.

The initial investigation has determined that two Delaware State Troopers, who were operating separate vehicles, were stopped in the southbound right lane on the bridge, assisting a disabled motorist. One Trooper was seated in his vehicle and a second Trooper was outside the vehicles making contact with the motorist, who was also out of his vehicle. A tractor trailer traveling southbound in the right lane, struck the rear of the first unoccupied DSP vehicle, causing a chain reaction crash. As a result of the crash both Troopers were transported to the Christiana Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The tractor trailer driver and other motorist were not injured.

At this time only the southbound left lane of SR 1 is getting by. Motorists will experience delays in the area and are advised to seek alternate routes of travel. For updated traffic conditions and road closure information log on to: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

The investigation is in the early stages with further details being released as they become available.

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Released:050819 0630

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New Castle – The Delaware State Police are on scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash involving two vehicles that occurred at approximately 9:11 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the intersection of River Rd. (DE Rt.9) and Grantham Lane.

As a result of the crash and active investigation River Rd. is closed in both directions at the intersection with Grantham Ln. and motorists are advised to seek alternate routes of travel. For updated traffic conditions and road closure information log on to: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

The investigation is in the early stages with further information being released as it becomes available.

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Released:050719 2155

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Seaford-  The Delaware State Police are investigating a home invasion that occurred earlier this morning.

The incident occurred on May 7, 2019 at approximately 2:01 a.m., when Troopers responded to a residence in the 8700 block of Garden Lane for a report of a home invasion. Upon arrival, Troopers discovered that the entire residence had been ransacked.  It was reported that three suspects entered the residence armed with handguns.  During this incident, there were four residents in the house ranging from ages 59-10.  One of the victims, a 36-year-old male, was assaulted by one of the suspects.  The victim sustained minor injuries and refused medical treatment. The other three victims were not injured.

The suspects were described as black males, armed with handguns, wearing dark clothing and facemasks, ranging from 5’06” to 6’00” tall.

The suspects obtained an undisclosed amount of cash, two handguns, a surveillance system and a house pet prior to fleeing the scene.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact, Troop 4, Detective McCabe at 302-752-3798 .  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: 050719 1237

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a Wilmington area Walgreens that occurred Sunday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:04 p.m., Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the Walgreen’s located at 3301 Lancaster Pike, Wilmington. A male suspect approached an employee at the sales counter and provided them with a note demanding money. The employee complied with the demand by turning over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspect, who then on foot towards the city limits of Wilmington. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, 20-25 years of age, 5’7” tall, weighing approximately 150 lbs., wearing all dark clothing.

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:050619 1130

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Middletown- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred earlier this morning.

The incident occurred on May 5, 2019 at approximately 2:06 a.m., when a 2006 Red Chevrolet Silverado was traveling northbound on DE RT 9 on the upward slope of the Reedy Point Bridge.  A 1986 White Honda XL250R Motorbike, was traveling southbound on DE RT 9 on the downward slope of the Reedy Point Bridge.  For unknown reasons the Honda crossed the double yellow lines and collided with the Chevrolet.  The impact caused the operator of the Honda to be thrown from the vehicle and over the bridge.

The operator of the Honda, a 20-year-old male from Wilmington, DE was pronounced deceased at the scene.  His name is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

The operator of the Chevrolet, an 18-year-old male from Bear, DE, was properly restrained and not injured. There were two passengers in the Chevrolet who were also uninjured.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.

DE RT 9 was closed in both directions at the Reedy Point Bridge 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@delaware.gov.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released:050519 0807

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Newark (19713)- The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred in a hotel parking earlier this morning.

The incident occurred on May 4, 2019 at approximately 2:35 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the Hampton Inn, located at 1008 Old Churchmans Road for a report of a robbery.  The victim reported that while he was sleeping in his vehicle in the parking lot, three suspects, one of which was armed with a handgun, entered his vehicle.  Once inside the vehicle, the suspects demanded money from the victim.  The suspects obtained an undisclosed amount of cash prior to fleeing the scene in an unknown vehicle.

The victim did not sustain injuries as a result of this incident.

The suspects were described as three black males approximately 16-20 years of age.

No video surveillance photos are available at this time.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact the Robbery Unit at Troop 2 at 302-365-8566. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at 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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Presented Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 050419 0932

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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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 050419 0802

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