Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are investigating the armed robbery of a north Wilmington Walgreen’s that took place Monday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:18 p.m., Monday, February 11, 2019 at the Walgreen’s pharmacy, located at 802 Philadelphia Pike. A disguised suspect brandishing a handgun, confronted a male employee on the sales floor, escorted him to the sales counter at gunpoint and then ordered him to open the cash registers. The employee complied with the demand at which time the suspect removed an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing on foot, in an unknown direction. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, 5’8”, 220 lbs., wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans with a light colored fabric covering his face.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident are asked to contact Detective A. Tenebruso of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit 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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Released:021219 1230

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a north Wilmington Walgreens that took place Saturday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:41 p.m., Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the Walgreen’s pharmacy, located at 1508 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. A male suspect confronted an employee on the sales floor, implied he had a weapon and threatened to shoot him. The employee was then directed to the sales counter where complied with the suspect’s demand to open the cash register. Once open, the suspect removed an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing on foot. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, 5’8” tall, 220 lbs., wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and dark pants.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident are 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:021019 1340

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Wilmington (19808) – The Delaware State Police have charged 38 year old Cam L. Herring of New Castle with multiple felonies, to include assault of a law enforcement officer, after he stole a vehicle Friday morning.

On Friday, February 8, 2019 at approximately 9:22 a.m., Troopers responded to the Citgo gas station, located at 3625 Kirkwood Hwy., Wilmington, for the report of a stolen motor vehicle. The investigating Trooper determined that a 2008 Chevy Impala had been left running and unoccupied in the parking lot while the owner entered the business to make a purchase. Upon returning to the lot, the owner discovered the vehicle was missing.

Information obtained by the Trooper during the course of the investigation determined that the vehicle was currently in the development of Coventry in New Castle. At approximately 11:54 a.m., while searching the area, the Trooper located the stolen vehicle in the 100 block of W. Edinburgh Dr. The Trooper exited his patrol vehicle and approached the Impala at which time the operator and sole occupant, later identified as Herring, accelerated, striking the Trooper as he fled. Multiple units, to include officers from the New Castle County Police Department and the Delaware State Police helicopter began a search of the area. A short time later the stolen Impala was located, unoccupied in the unit block of Dunsinane Dr.

At this same time multiple 911 calls were being received describing a white male subject attempting to access multiple residences on Dunsinane Dr. While canvasing the one block area Troopers were flagged down by a female who advised that an unknown male subject had entered her residence and was hiding in the attic. At approximately 12:25 p.m., a Delaware State Police K-9 unit entered the residence at which time Herring surrendered and was taken in to custody without incident.

Further investigation determined that Herring attempted to make access to two other residences before successfully accessing the location where he was apprehended.

The injured Trooper, who is assigned to Troop 6 was treated and released from an area hospital with minor injuries.

Herring was transported to Troop 2 where he was charged with the following:

• Possession of a Deadly Weapon during the Commission of a Felony
• Assault 2^nd Degree (assault of law enforcement officer)
• Theft of Motor Vehicle
• Burglary 2^nd Degree
• Attempted Burglary 2^nd Degree (2 counts)
• Resisting Arrest
• Criminal Mischief less than $1000.00 (2 counts)

Herring was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court #2 and then committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in lieu of $73,000.00 secured bail.

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Released: 020919 1220

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Dover, DE- The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offender after they either failed to register or re-register their current address. If anyone knows the location of this subject, 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: 020919 1040

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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 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:020918 1030

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The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Administration held a community meeting on Friday, February 8, 2019 at 9:00 a.m., at the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center, located at 21911 Rudder Lane, led by Captain Rodney Layfield.  Troopers were privileged to have hosted a meeting where the public was provided with an overview of the great work done by the men and women of DSP Troop 4 in 2018.  Achieving a 23.1% reduction in aggravated assaults, a 37% reduction in burglaries, and a 30.9% reduction in thefts simply exemplifies the exceptional work the Troopers are doing.  Moreover, when you examine many of our clearance rates of crime we demonstrate a deep desire to solve our crime.  With aggravated assaults having a clearance rate of 83%, burglaries having a clearance rate of 39.9% and a total of 250 proactive drug investigations clearly shows the dedication of our Troopers.

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 4 embarked on several community based programs to build trust, open lines of communication, foster positive and open relationships between the citizens and police, all aimed at crime reduction and making our communities as safe as possible. 

Some of the most memorable Community Outreach events in 2018 included:

• 4th Annual Trunk or Treat Event
• Operation Winter Warm Coat Drive Collection
• Stranger Danger Presentation for children at Bethany Beach Library
• Mounted Patrol Unit Demo for Camp Barnes Summer Camp

These pro-active efforts not only provide the community with a better understanding of the Delaware State Police, it also enhances Troopers awareness of the various cultures that exist within the communities they serve.

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Released: 020819 1737

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The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Administration held a community meeting on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at the Lewes Senior Center, located at 32083 Janice Road, Lewes, led by Captain Darren Short.  Troopers were privileged to have hosted a meeting where the public was provided with an overview of the great work done by the men and women of DSP Troop 7 in 2018.  Achieving a 43.8% reduction in burglaries, a clearance rate of 43.2% in thefts and 61.3% in shopliftings, and a decrease of 7.6% in total crashes simply exemplifies the exceptional work the Troopers are doing.  Moreover, when you examine many of our clearance rates of crime we demonstrate a deep desire to solve our crime.  With a robbery clearance rate of 50% and an aggravated assault clearance rate of 66.2% clearly shows the dedication of our Troopers to solve crime when it occurs.

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 7 embarked on several community based programs to build trust, open lines of communication, foster positive and open relationships between the citizens and police, all aimed at crime reduction and making our communities as safe as possible. Some of the most memorable events in 2018 included:

• Partnership with Pro-cutz Barbershop Backpack Give away
• Participation in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade in Lewes
• The Polar Bear Plunge
• Stuff the bus with school supplies event at the Rehoboth Beach Walmart
• Community Café at the Surf Bagel

These pro-active efforts not only provide the community with a better understanding of the Delaware State Police, it also enhances Troopers awareness of the various cultures that exist within the communities they serve.

In 2019, Troop 7 will have a multifaceted approach to crime reduction and traffic safety. Deployment strategies will focus on crash causing offenses and proactive criminal enforcement of the core crimes affecting the Troop 7 patrol territory based on the stratified policing model.

We truly appreciate and thank all those in attendance, including Senator Ernie Lopez, Representative Steve Smyk, and Troop 7’s Honorary Commander Mr. Diaz Bonville for joining us to learn more about DSP T7 and the projected goals for 2019.

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Released: 020819 0802

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Newark – The Delaware State Police are investigating multiple fights that took place at Glasgow High School just before noon today.

At approximately 11:07 a.m., Thursday, February 7, 2019 Troopers responded to Glasgow High School located at 1901 S. College Avenue, Newark in reference to multiple fights involving students. Several Delaware State Police units, assisted by other allied law enforcement agencies were able to break up the fights and secure those students who were involved. During the law enforcement intervention the school was placed on lock-down as a precautionary measure.

At this time there are no known injuries to staff, students or law enforcement. It was also determined that no weapons were involved in any of the altercations.

One student is currently in custody with charges pending after he pushed a Trooper and refused to comply with commands.

All other students who were identified as being involved in the altercations were released to the custody of parents or guardians. The investigation is active and ongoing with further arrests expected. This investigation will be a collaborative effort between the Delaware State Police Youth Aid Division and the school administration.

As an additional precautionary measure Troopers remained on site until dismissal was complete to ensure there were no further issues.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Youth Aid Division by calling 302-365-8564.

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:020719 1315

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Wilmington – The Delaware State Police are investigating a crash that occurred early Tuesday morning that involved a vehicle traveling southbound in the northbound lanes of I-95.

The investigation has determined that at approximately 1:23 a.m., Tuesday, February 5, 2019, a 2018 Kia, operated by Jamin Taylor, 30, of Newark, was traveling southbound in the I-95 northbound left lane of travel, just north of the MLK Blvd. off-ramp. A 2006 Mercury Marquis, being driven by a 32 year old Wilmington man, was traveling I-95 northbound also in the left lane, and observed a vehicle coming directly at him. Due to other traffic on the roadway he could not change lanes and in turn was struck head on by the Kia.

The driver of the Mercury was treated at an area hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Neither impairment nor improper driving are contributing factors on his behalf.

Taylor was also transported to an area hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Further investigation did determine that Taylor was impaired at the time of the crash and was subsequently charged with the following offenses:

• Vehicular Assault 1^st Degree
• DUI Alcohol
• Fail to Drive in Proper Lane and Direction
• Fail to Remain in Single Lane

Taylor was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court #2 and then committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in lieu of $3102.00 secured bail.

I-95 northbound at MLK Blvd. was closed for approximately 1.5 hours while the scene 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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Released:020519 1722

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Delaware – The Delaware State Police and the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) have joined forces to address the issue of distracted driving by conducting a series of statewide enforcement initiatives, the first of which took place today, February 4, 2019, along Concord Pike in North Wilmington.

This enforcement initiative occurred during the mid-afternoon time frame, along the Concord Pike (U.S. 202) corridor in the area of Silverside Rd., and involved uniformed Troopers in fully marked patrol vehicles, who worked in conjunction with plain clothes Troopers, who were operating unconventional vehicles.  A team of plain clothes Troopers manned vehicles such as work vans, and pick-up trucks, which were utilized as mobile observation platforms in order to identify motorists who were texting/talking while driving. Once a violation was observed, the uniformed Troopers were provided with a description of the vehicle and operator, along with a detailed description of the illegal activity. They then conducted a vehicle stop. During the four hour initiative a total of 49 vehicles were stopped, all of which were for distracted driving violations.

The Delaware State Police and Delaware OHS recognize that distracted driving caused by the usage of personal electronic devices is an ever growing problem and the hope is that through enforcement initiatives such as this along with educational opportunities, we can send the message that texting/talking while driving is not only illegal but can be deadly.

According to NHTSA, 3,450 people were killed across the country in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers in 2016. Nationally and in Delaware, distracted driving fatalities have been trending upward since 2012. Texting while driving has become an especially problematic trend among millennials. Young drivers 16 to 24 years old have been observed using handheld electronic devices while driving at higher rates than older drivers since 2007.

For more information about the Delaware Office of Safety log on to: www.ohs.delaware.gov

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:020419 1710

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