Newark, Delaware – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at approximately 8:30 p.m., in which one driver has succumb to his injuries.

The incident occurred when a 2009 Infiniti G37 was initially traveling northbound on Polly Drummond Road just south of Foxfire Drive, Newark. A 2017 Jeep Wrangler was traveling southbound on Polly Drummond Road near the intersection of Foxfire Drive. As the Infiniti G37 continued northbound, the operator failed to keep his vehicle in the northbound lane and drifted into the path of the Jeep. The operator of the Jeep did not have time to maneuver his vehicle to avoid the head-on collision. After impact, both vehicles remained disabled in the roadway across the north and southbound lanes.

As a result of the crash, both operators and sole occupants of their vehicles were transported to the Christiana Hospital for their injuries.  The operator of the Infiniti G37, Lamar R. Elam 41 of Wilmington, succumbed to his injuries within the emergency room and was pronounced deceased. He was seat belted at the time of the collision and impairment on his behalf is undetermined at this time.

The operator of the Jeep Wrangler, 44 of Newark, sustained non-life threatening injuries. Impairment on his behalf is not being considered a factor in the collision

Polly Drummond Road in the area of Foxfire Drive was closed for approximately three hours as the crash was investigated and cleared. The crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.

*Traffic Advisory* Troopers on Scene of Serious Crash – Newark

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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Newark, Delaware – The Delaware State Police is currently on scene of a serious crash involving two vehicles that occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m., Saturday, January 19, 2019 on Polly Drummond Hill Road at Foxfire Drive, Newark.

As a result of the crash all lanes are closed at this time. Motorists are advised to use caution in the area and seek alternate routes of travel.

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

For updated traffic conditions and road closure information log on to:

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This weekend into Monday morning, Delaware may experience rain with extremely cold Arctic winter air. The combination of freezing rain and the extremely low temperatures Sunday night into Monday morning could cause dangerous road conditions.

Delaware State Police statewide continue to plan and prepare for the forecasted winter weather, as we will be ready and available to patrol, assist disabled vehicles, and manage roadway incidents and hazards for the duration of the event. Most calls for service received by Troopers during winter weather are for vehicle crashes, disabled vehicles, and abandoned vehicles which cause a major problem for DelDOT snow removal and brining trucks and equipment, as well as for Troopers responding to emergency situations. Troopers strongly encourage motorists to avoid unnecessary travel. Troopers urge all motorists who must travel to use extreme caution as road and weather conditions may change rapidly over the course of the event:

• Motorists should be prepared for snow-covered and slippery roads, along with strong winds and limited visibility which make driving conditions difficult.
• Use caution while driving when approaching intersections and off ramps, especially bridges and overpasses.
• Remember to reduce speed and increase following distance between vehicles.
• Allow ample time to reach your destination, allow extra space between vehicles, and keep vehicle headlights on to increase visibility.

Avoid unnecessary travel and please keep in mind that part of our state may get a snow mix or freezing rain. Give DelDOT crews safe distance as they will be working to make Delaware roads safer.

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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 she 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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Dover– The following are not wanted. These are Homeless Sex Offender Public Notifications. If you have information that any of 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 internetat http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

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Wilmington- The Delaware State Police are conducting a death investigation after an adult female was discovered deceased in a vehicle.

The preliminary investigation has determined that at approximately 12:19 p.m., Friday, January 18, 2019, Troopers responded to the parking lot of a business located at 1804 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, for a report of a female subject that was found deceased in a vehicle. New Castle County Paramedics responded to the scene and pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.

The Delaware Division of Forensic Science was contacted to remove the female victim, for the purpose of an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death. The investigation into the death of the subject is in its early stages and information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Major Crimes Unit by calling 302-365-8567.

Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://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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Claymont – The Delaware State Police are investigating a break-in at Claymont area auto repair shop, and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m., Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Claymont Auto Repair, located at 3506 Philadelphia Pike, when the pictured suspect made forcible entry into the business by damaging a garage window. Once inside, the suspect removed computer equipment, however for an undetermined reason he left the property behind upon fleeing the business. He was last seen on foot, southbound on Philadelphia Pike.

The suspect is described as a black male, with a close shaven beard, wearing a black knit hat, black coat with a hood and black shoes. Additionally it is believed that the suspect may have been injured during the incident and is possibly walking with a distinct limp.

Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the suspect are asked to contact Detective B. Harris of the Troop 2 Criminal Investigative Unit at 302-365-8410.

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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Laurel-  The Delaware State Police have identified the suspect responsible for the shooting at Carvel Gardens Apartments that claimed the life of an 18-year-old male.

The incident occurred on Monday, July 9, 2018 at approximately 11:44 p.m. when the Laurel Police Department with the assistance of Troop 5 patrol units responded to the area of the 200 building in Carvel Gardens Apartments for a shooting.  Upon arrival, units discovered an 18-year-old male victim from Seaford, on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound.  The victim was transported by ambulance to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and later flown to a local area hospital in critical condition where he succumb to his injuries.

Through investigative measures, Troopers identified the suspect as 23-year-old Dwayne A. Dotson of Salisbury MD (no photo available).  A warrant has been obtained for Dotson’s arrest charging him with the following:

• Murder First Degree
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony

Dotson is currently being held without bail in Accomack County Virginia awaiting extradition back to Delaware.

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/08/29/update-3-troopers-continue-to-seek-publics-assistance-identifying-suspects-in-homicide-investigation-laurel/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/07/20/update-2-troopers-seek-publics-assistance-identifying-suspects-in-homicide-investigation-laurel/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/07/13/update-victims-name-released-detectives-conducting-homicide-investigation-laurel/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/07/12/state-police-detectives-investigating-shooting-laurel/

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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New Castle – The Delaware State Police have been successful in locating the next of kin of the pedestrian that was killed in a crash that occurred at approximately 9:58 p.m., Thursday, January 10, 2019 on U.S. 13 in the area of Federal School Lane.

Click on the following links to view related releases:

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/01/11/troopers-investigating-fatal-pedestrian-crash-new-castle-2/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2019/01/14/update-victim-identified-publics-help-requested-troopers-investigating-fatal-pedestrian-crash-new-castle/

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Bridgeville- The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint that occurred yesterday morning.

The incident occurred on January 14, 2019 at approximately 7:30 a.m. when Troopers were dispatched to the 21000 block of Mill Park Drive for a shots fired complaint.  Upon arrival, it was discovered that multiple shots had been fired at the residence.  There were two adults inside of the residence during this incident, a 52-year-old female and a 19-year-old male, both uninjured.

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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 011519 0901

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