Townsend – The Delaware State Police are on scene of a single vehicle which drove in to a pond off of State Route 1 northbound in the area of New Discovery Rd. Townsend. The incident was reported at approximately 1:06 p.m.

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

State Route 1 northbound in the area of New Discovery is closed and motorists are advised to seek alternate routes of travel. US 13 is the best alternative.

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Released:022019 1410

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The Delaware State Police Troop 5 Administration held a community meeting on Tuesday, February, 19, 2019 at the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department located at 302 East King Street, Seaford, led by Troop 5 Commander, Captain Alice Brumbley.  Troopers were privileged to have hosted a Town Hall Meeting where the public was provided with an overview of the great work done by the men and women of DSP Troop 5 in 2018. Through early offender identification and intervention, Troop 5 reduced robberies 43% for the second lowest rate on record, with a 58% clearance rate. With the assistance from investigative units, we increased proactive drug investigations by 40.8% for the second highest on record. Burglaries were the lowest on record, with a 45% clearance rate. Thefts were the lowest in 13 years, with a historic high clearance rate of 47%. Troop 5 also achieved the highest on record since 2013, DUI arrests increased 23.5%.  This success was the result of collective effort and rapid communication between criminal investigative units, and neighboring agencies. Numerous Troopers were awarded for their achievements in high-profile cases, including homicides, burglaries, a hostage event, and many other efforts that saved lives.

Equally important to our crime fighting and traffic enforcement measures is our commitment to suppress and prevent crime through our community outreach and engagement efforts.  In 2018, Troop 5 embarked on several community based programs to build trust, open lines of communication, foster positive and open relationships that are inclusive of all citizens and the police, all aimed at crime reduction and making our communities as safe as possible. Some of the most memorable events in 2018 included:

• Career Day at Phillis Wheatley Elementary School
• Night Out Against Crime events
• Community Café
• Donation drives for school supplies, coats, and food
• Launched a number of new efforts, including Hidden in Plain Sight drug awareness for parents, an interdepartmental field day for Carvel Gardens children, and uniting Explorer Post members with Maryland Explorers to attend the National Law Enforcement Memorial service in Washington, DC.
• Troop 5 Needy Family project partnering with Crossroads Community Church for gift deliveries to 15 households and the Elizabeth Murphey School, for a total of 96 people served.

“By fostering strong and transparent relationships with the community and by addressing the crime and traffic trends in an efficient, proactive manner, the hardworking men and women of Troop 5 will continue to provide professional, competent, and compassionate law enforcement services to Sussex County.” Captain Alice Brumbley.

Thank you to all those who were in attendance including past Honorary Commanders, Troop 5’s, Ms. Mary Johnson and Troop 7’s, Ms. Michelle Johnson.

Troop 5 would also like to extend a special thank you to the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department for opening their doors to us and allowing us to utilize their hall for this event!

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Released: 022019 1014

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Lincoln- The Delaware State Police are releasing the name of the individual that was involved in a domestic related stabbing incident and later discovered deceased in a nearby park.

The incident occurred on February 16, 2019 at approximately 6:04 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the 200 block of Cedar Drive for an initial report of a domestic involving a stabbing.  Further investigation revealed that a 36-year-old female had been stabbed numerous times by her 39-year-old husband, identified as David Galarza-Burgos.  Galarza-Burgos fled the scene prior to police arrival and was later located in a nearby park deceased by an apparent suicide.

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: 021919 2006

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Lewes- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian and a Freightliner concrete pumper truck that occurred earlier this afternoon.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at approximately 12:57 p.m. when a 2016 Freightliner concrete pumper truck was stopped on Hazlett Road within the Governors development which is currently under construction. While the vehicle was stopped, workers with another company began working behind the truck in a sewer with an open manhole cover in the roadway. One worker was in the sewer while the other was standing at the top as a spotter. For unknown reasons, the truck driver failed to observe the spotter near the open manhole cover and the spotter failed to observe the truck backing up. As a result, the right rear tires struck the pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a 29-year-old male from Georgetown, DE was pronounced deceased at the scene.  Identification is pending notification of next of kin.

The operator of the truck, a 43-year-old male from Lewes, DE was wearing a seat belt at the time of the collision and was not injured.

This 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.

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/02/19/traffic-advisory-troopers-investigating-serious-crash-involving-pedestrian-lewes/

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Released:021919 1905

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Lewes- The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a serious crash involving a pedestrian.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at approximately 12:58 p.m. on Haslet Road and Ross Road located in the Governor’s Development off of Gills Neck Road.  Haslet Road in the area of Ross Road is closed at this time.

Motorist should expect delays in this area and are advised to seek alternate routes of travel.

The investigations is in it’s early stages with further details being released as they become available.

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Released: 021919 1338

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New Castle – The Delaware State Police are investigating the knifepoint robbery of a New Castle area cellular phone store that took place late Monday afternoon.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:05 p.m., Monday, February 18, 2019 at the Metro PCS store located at 210 New Castle Avenue. A male suspect with his face concealed and brandishing a knife, confronted an employee at the sales counter and delivered a note demanding money from the register. The employee complied with the demand and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspect who then exited the business and was last seen on foot in a northbound direction. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a white male, 5’8”-5’10” tall, 150-160 lbs., wearing a dark hooded jacket, light colored pants and a cloth covering his face.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding the 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@state.de.us.

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Released:021919 1310

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Dagsboro-  The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired incident that occurred sometime in the early Sunday morning hours.

On February 17, 2019 at approximately 3:06 p.m., Troopers were dispatched to the 29000 block of Colony Drive, Bay Colony for a criminal mischief complaint.  Upon arrival, Troopers met with an 18-year-old male who advised there was a party at his residence on Saturday evening into Sunday morning.  The individual advised that after the party had dispersed at approximately 1:00 a.m., he discovered that a vehicle that was parked in the driveway and the exterior of the residence had sustained a bullet hole.  There were no reports of injury as a result of this incident.

There is no suspect information at this time.

This case continues to remain under investigation.  Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 4, Major Crimes Unit at (302) 856-5850.  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: 021819 1034

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Lincoln– The Delaware State Police are investigating a domestic related incident that led to a stabbing.

The incident occurred on February 16, 2019 at approximately 6:04 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the 200 block of Cedar Drive for an initial report of a domestic involving a stabbing.  Further investigation revealed that a 36-year-old female had been stabbed numerous times by her 39-year-old husband.  The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival and was later located in a nearby park deceased.

The victim was initially transported to the Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus and later transferred to the Christiana Hospital in stable condition.

The 39-year-old individual has been turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science where an autopsy will be performed to determine the manner and cause of death.

Due to the sensitive nature of this case and in consideration for the victim, only limited information will be released.

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: 021719 1023

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Dover– The following subject is not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed subject is 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: 021519 1838

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New Castle – The Delaware State Police are attempting to locate four year old Aliyah Fassett, and have issued an arrest warrant for her biological mother, 37 year old Andrea Brickhouse, for failing to relinquish custody.

On October 16, 2018, New Castle County Family Court issued an order granting custody of Aliyah to the Division of Family Services (DFS). Brickhouse was advised of the ruling but has refused to comply with numerous requests to meet with DFS caseworkers, to turn over custody. Attempts to locate Brickhouse have since been unsuccessful.

Aliyah is described as a black female, 3’00” tall and weighs approximately 30 lbs. No photograph available.

Brickhouse is known to frequent the Wilton area of New Castle and also has ties to the City of Wilmington.  Information obtained by DFS advised that Aliyah was last seen with Brickhouse on todays date in the 2000 block of N. Market St., Wilmington.

A warrant is on file charging Brickhouse with one count of Interference of Custody of a Child Under the Age of 16.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Aliyah or Brickhouse are asked to contact Troop 2, Criminal Investigative Unit, Detective Carroll at 302-365-8467, or by calling 911. The DFS caseworker can be reached at 302-781-6260.

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

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/11/07/troopers-searching-missing-4-year-old-warrant-issued-mother/

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 021519 1727

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