*UPDATE-Second Suspect Identified, Sought* Troopers Investigating Assault – Pike Creek

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police have identified and issued warrants for Russell E. Brittingham, 56 of Chestertown, MD as the second suspect involved in an assault that took place in the parking lot of Goldey Beacom College on Monday, February 11. Brittingham, along with Ralph A. Cruz, also of Chestertown, assaulted the 20 year old male victim after learning that he was involved in an alleged altercation with an acquaintance of theirs. During the assault Brittingham was in possession of a knife.

Warrants are currently on file charging Brittingham with Assault 2nd Degree, Aggravated Menacing, Possession of a Deadly Weapon during the Commission of a Felony and Conspiracy 2nd Degree.

Cruz has not been located as of yet and still has active warrants for Assault 2nd Degree and Conspiracy 2nd Degree.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of either suspect are asked to contact Cpl. J. Aviola at Troop 6 by calling 302-633-5000 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

Click on the following link to view the original release:

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/02/13/troopers-investigating-assault-pike-creek/

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:021519 1725

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Detectives Conducting Homicide Investigation-Harrington

Harrington– The Delaware State Police are conducting an investigation into a homicide that occurred last evening.

On February 14, 2019 at approximately 11:40 p.m. the Harrington Police Department responded to an apartment in the 8700 block of Park Brown Road.  Upon arrival, a victim was located at the base of the interior staircase suffering from a gunshot wound to his torso.  The victim, a 24-year-old male from Absecon, NJ was transported to the Milford Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  At the request of the Harrington Police Department, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit assumed the investigation.

There is no suspect information at this time.  This incident continues to remain under investigation by the Homicide Unit and further information will be released as it becomes available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident, they are asked to contact Sergeant Yeich at 302-739-2459.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, 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 by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 021519 1159

 

 

LAW ENFORCEMENT GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENT

Who:

  • 92nd Delaware State Police and 87th Municipal Recruit Class

When:

  • Thursday, February 14, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.

Location:

  • Dover High School (Auditorium)
  • 1 Dover High Drive Dover, Delaware

Dignitaries Addressing the Graduates:

  • Governor John Carney, State of Delaware
  • Lieutenant Governor Bethany A. Hall-Long, State of Delaware
  • Attorney General Kathleen Jennings, State of Delaware
  • Secretary Robert M. Coupe, Department of Safety and Homeland Security
  • Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr., Superintendent, Delaware State Police

Class Speaker:

  • Trooper Kevin Kelleher, Delaware State Police

Dover – Delaware State Police Superintendent Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr. announces the graduation ceremonies for the 92nd Delaware State Police and 87th Municipal Recruit Class.  The ceremonies celebrated and recognized the successful completion of Law Enforcement training of 28 Delaware State Troopers and 23 Law Enforcement Officers representing the Dover Police Department, Department of Natural Resources Police Division of Fish & Wildlife, Delaware Natural Resources Police Division of Parks and Recreation, Delaware River & Bay Authority, Dewey Beach Police Department, Camden Police Department, Georgetown Police Department, Newark Police Department, Milford Police Department, Smyrna Police Department and the University of Delaware Police Department.

**Awards**

Governor’s Outstanding Recruit Trooper Award:

  • Trooper Trevor Pendleton, Delaware State Police

The Attorney General’s Award for Legal Excellence:

  • Trooper Michael Aberman, Delaware State Police

The Secretary of Safety and Homeland Security Award:

  • Trooper Jodi Salyer, Delaware State Police

The Delaware Police Chiefs’ Council Award:

  • Officer Timothy Hader, Delaware River and Bay Authority

The Delaware State Police Academy Law Enforcement Core Values Award:

  • Patrolman Elizabeth Nunez, Georgetown Police Department

The Outstanding Proficiency in Police Firearms Award:

  • Trooper Douglas Schwartz, Delaware State Police
  • Officer Timothy Hader, Delaware River and Bay Authority

The Delaware State Police Academy Physical Fitness Award:

  • Trooper Thomas Vincent, Delaware State Police
  • Officer Connor Smith, Delaware Natural Resources Police Division of Parks and Recreation

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 021419 2131

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Delaware State Police Troop 2 to Host 2018 “Year In Review”

 -The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Command Staff will be hosting a public meeting to present their 2018 “Year in Review”.

The meeting is open to the public and all are welcome and encouraged to attend. It is a great opportunity for the community to obtain a better understanding of how the Delaware State Police are working to ensure public safety in the areas where we all live, work, and travel.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 021419 0900

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Delaware State Police Troop 5 Host 2018 “Year in Review”- Bridgeville

The event is scheduled for Tuesday, February 19, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department located at 302 East King Street, Seaford, DE on the second floor.  The conversation will focus on providing the community with an understanding of the volume and nature of service calls in your jurisdiction, the results of strategies to reduce crimes and crashes in 2018, the areas of focus for 2019, and opportunities available to your communities.  

The meeting is open to the public and all are welcome and encouraged to attend. It is a great opportunity for the community to exchange ideas for maximum public safety where we live, work, and travel.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 021319 1731

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Troopers Investigating Assault – Pike Creek

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are investigating an assault that took place in the parking lot of Goldey Beacom College, Monday afternoon and are asking for help in locating the suspect.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:38 p.m., Monday, February 11, 2019 in the parking lot of Goldey Beacom College, located at 4701 Limestone Rd., Wilmington. A 20 year old male subject was confronted in the parking lot by a suspect later identified as Ralph A. Cruz, 42, of Chestertown MD. Cruz proceeded to knock the victim to the ground and then struck him repeatedly with his closed fist. After the assault Cruz entered into a vehicle that was occupied by multiple other subjects, which fled onto Limestone Rd. The victim was treated at the Christiana Hospital for serious, non-life threatening injuries.

Further investigation determined that the assault was not a random act but that the victim was specifically targeted due to a prior alleged altercation with an acquaintance of Cruz.

Cruz is described as a black male, 6’1” tall, 205 lbs.

Warrants are currently on file charging Cruz with Assault 2nd Degree (Felony). Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. J. Aviola at Troop 6 by calling 302-633-5000.

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:021319 1135

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Troopers Investigating Armed Robbery – Wilmington

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred Tuesday evening, in which the victim was assaulted and robbed by multiple suspects.

On Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at approximately 7:21 p.m., a 31 year old male subject was in the parking lot of the Canby Park Shopping Center, located at 1900 Maryland Ave., when he was offered a ride. The victim entered a gray Nissan Altima, which was occupied by four other subjects, and then driven to Saint Patrick’s Cemetery which is located in the 1500 block of Ashland Clinton School Rd., in Hockessin. Once at the cemetery two male suspects, one armed with a handgun and the other with a knife, forced the victim out of the vehicle. Once outside the vehicle the victim complied with the suspect’s orders to remove his jacket, sweatshirt and shoes. The suspects then proceeded to go through the victims pockets and removed his wallet and cell phone. After obtaining the property, the suspects proceeded to physically assault the victim. After the suspects fled the area the victim ran to a nearby residence where he was able to call 911. The victim was treated at an area hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

The suspects were described as follows:

  • Suspect #1: Black male, 20-22 years of age, 5’8’-6’00”, 160-180 lbs., wearing all dark clothing and in possession of a black handgun.
  • Suspect #2: White male, 20-22 years of age, 5’5”-5’8”, 150-160 lbs., wearing a dark jacket, blue jeans and in possession of a knife.
  • Suspect#3: White female, 20-22 years of age, short, heavy set, wearing all gray clothing.
  • Suspect #4: White female, 20-22 years of age, tall and thin, wearing a gray sweatshirt and blue jeans.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective A. Tenebruso of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8435.

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:021319 1130

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Troopers Investigating Shots Fired Incident-Seaford

Seaford– The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint that occurred yesterday.

On February 12, 2019 at approximately 5:32 p.m., Troopers were dispatched to the 9000 block of Concord Road, for what was initially reported as a criminal mischief complaint.  Upon arrival, Troopers made contact with the homeowner who advised that while she was in her residence she heard loud banging between 1:30 and 2:00 p.m.  It was later discovered that a vehicle that was parked in the driveway had been shot at multiple times.  During this incident, also present in the residence was another adult female and an infant.  No injuries were reported 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, 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://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 021319 0936

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Delaware State Police Troop 2 to Host Community Cafe

Newark – Delaware State Police Troop 2 will be holding a Community Café from 9:00-10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 22, 2019 at the Chik-fil-a, located at 1101 Quintillo Dr. (Governor’s Square Shopping Center), Bear. The Community Café will have the Troop 2 Command Staff, along with the Community Outreach Trooper in attendance, to meet and interact with members of the public. The Community Café is often referred to as “Coffee with a Cop” in other police agencies and is being held in an effort to build a stronger relationship between the Delaware State Police and the communities that we so proudly serve.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 021319 0830

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Troopers Asking for Help in Identifying Peeping Tom

Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are investigating an incident in which an unknown suspect videotaped a female victim while she was changing in the fitting room of a north Wilmington clothing store.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:15 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2019 at the H&M store located in the Concord Mall, 4737 Concord Pike. The above pictured suspect held what appeared to be a small camera over the partition of a fitting room stall, adjacent to the stall occupied by the victim. When the victim observed the camera the suspect fled on foot and was last seen exiting the east doors of the mall.

The suspect was described as an Asian male, 25-35 years old, fair complexion, 5’08’’, medium build, clean shaven, wearing glasses.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the pictured suspect is asked to contact Detective D. Grassi at Troop 2 by calling 302-365-8441.

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:021219 1300

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