Millsboro- The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the individual who was killed in a crash on Saturday, November 3, 2018 on Mount Joy Road (CR297) just north of Cordrey Road (CR 308) as 32-year-old  Kristin F. Fell of Millsboro.

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

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/11/03/troopers-investigating-fatal-crash-millsboro-2/

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. 

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110418 1202

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Seaford- The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the individual who was killed in a crash on Friday, November 2, 2018 on Sussex Highway just north of Tharp Road as 56-year-old  Jorge Melendez Claudio of Greenwood.

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

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/11/03/troopers-investigating-fatal-motorcycle-crash-2/

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. 

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110418 0802

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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 at approximately 6:35 a.m., on Saturday, November 3, 2018 as a 2003 Chevrolet Trail Blazer was traveling northbound on Mount Joy Road (CR297) just north of Cordrey Road (CR 308) attempting to negotiate a moderate right curve. Do to unsafe speed, the operator failed to negotiate the curve causing the Trail Blazer to exit the roadway and strike a utility pole.

The operator, a 32-year-old female from Millsboro was not properly restrained and was transported to the Beebe Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased.   Impairment on her behalf is undetermined at this time.  Identification of the victim is pending notification of next of kin.

Mount Joy Road was closed for approximately 3 hours 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: 110318 1151

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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/

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released:110318 0832

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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 internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110318 0802

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Seaford- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a bicyclist that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on Friday, November 2, 2018 at approximately 9:52 p.m. when a 2016 Dodge Ram pick-up truck was traveling northbound on Sussex Highway just north of Tharp Road in the right lane, directly across from Rommel Harley-Davidson.  A bicyclist was traveling northbound on the northbound shoulder, just off the edge of the right travel lane.  It appears that the truck drifted onto the shoulder and struck the rear of the bicycle.  The impact caused the bicyclist to project forward and come to a final rest on the northbound shoulder.

The operator of the Dodge Ram, a 29-year-old male from Georgetown was properly restrained and was not injured.  Impairment does not appear to be a factor on his behalf.

The bicyclist, a 56-year-old male from Greenwood was not wearing a helmet.  He was transported to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  Impairment on his behalf is undetermined at this time.  Identification of the victim is pending notification of next of kin.

The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours 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: 110318 0714

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 Frankford- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a serious crash that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at approximately 9:32 p.m. when a 1999 Pontiac Firebird was disabled with no lights and stopped in the southbound lane in an unlit area of Shell Station Road south of Hastings Road. After becoming disabled, the occupants called an acquaintance who was at a residence nearby to assist them. While waiting for assistance, the operator exited the vehicle and was standing along the edge of the road. The owner of the vehicle, who was originally a right front passenger also exited the vehicle and was attempting to work on and restart the vehicle. A third passenger remained in the vehicle and was seated in the rear seat.

A 2014 Mazda MZ3 left a residence north of the scene and began to travel southbound on Shell Station Road.  As the Mazda approached, the operator failed to observe the Firebird disabled in the road and struck the rear of the vehicle and one of the occupants that was outside of the vehicle.

The operator of the Firebird, a 17 year-old male from Frankford, DE who was outside of the vehicle at the time of the crash was not injured.

The operator of the Mazda, a 19-year-old male from Millsboro, DE was transported to the Peninsula Regional Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.  He was not properly restrained and impairment appears to be a factor on his behalf.

The rear seat passenger in the Firebird, a 20 year-old female from Georgetown, DE was not properly restrained and was transported to the Peninsula Regional Medical Center and later transferred to the Baltimore Shock Trauma Center in serious condition.

The passenger who was outside of the Firebird, a 22-year-old male from Selbyville, DE was transported to the Christiana Hospital in serious condition.

The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours while the investigation was conducted and the roadway was cleared.  The crash continues to remain under investigation.

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 the Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110218 0802

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The Delaware State Police is currently seeking qualified applicants for the 2019 Cadet Process.

The Cadet Program was established in 1998 under House Bill #478 during the 139^th Session of the General Assembly, and enables eligible persons to obtain training and limited enforcement powers while being exposed to the various sections of the Delaware State Police. Since the inception of the program, several Cadets have gone on to be hired as Delaware State Troopers.

An individual applying should have the following qualifications, knowledge and abilities:

• Must be 18 to 21 years of age to apply and enter the Cadet program
• Must be a citizen of the United States and a Delaware Resident
• Must be currently enrolled in a Delaware accredited university or college in an undergraduate program (full-time or part- time).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must maintain a good personal appearance and physical condition
• Must have a sincere interest in the position and a continuing interest in the law enforcement profession
• May remain employed with the Division as a Cadet while actively pursuing an undergraduate degree, either full or part time, up until their 24th birthday
• Cadets completing their undergraduate degree with an active application for Trooper on file with Human Resources prior to their graduation may remain a cadet until they complete that Cadet SOP one applicant process.

The primary function of the Cadet Program, under enabling legislation of House Bill 478, is:

• Enforcement of Handicapped Parking under Title 21, Chapter 41, Section 4183.
• Enforcement of Fire Lane Parking under Title 21, Chapter 70, Section 7004.
• Assisting with targeted enforcement efforts (i.e., red light enforcement).
• Assisting with traffic control at Division-sponsored events. (i.e., Delaware State Police graduations, promotional ceremonies, etc.)
• Assignment of various administrative tasks at troop/section level.

Cadets earn $13.55/hour.

Interested persons should apply online via: www.jobapscloud.com/DSP. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 5, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. Any questions should be directed to the Recruitment Office at (302) 739-5980 or via email at dsprecruiting@delaware.gov.

Important Notice – Cadets are NOT Troopers, and are limited in the scope of enforcement as contained herein. Cadets are considered to be casual seasonal employees of the Division and thus are not entitled to benefits. Cadets will receive forty (40) hours of training at the Delaware State Police Training Academy prior to being assigned to a Troop.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 103118 1641

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Wilmington – Delaware State Police detectives have arrested Cameron Pierce, 28, of Wilmington for a pair of armed liquor store robberies that occurred over the summer.

On July 26 and August 16, 2018 armed robberies were committed at Silverside Liquors, located at 1401 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. In each incident a masked suspect entered the business brandishing a handgun and demanded money and alcohol.

Through various investigative leads and measures detectives developed Pierce as a suspect and were able to positively link him to both robberies. On October 31, 2018 he was taken in to custody without incident and transported to Troop 2, where he was charged with 2 counts each of Robbery 1st Degree and Wearing a Disguise during the Commission of a Felony. He was then arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court # 2 and committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in lieu of $10,000.00 secured bail.

Click on the following links to view related releases:

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/07/27/troopers-investigating-armed-robbery-of-north-wilmington-liquor-store/

https://dsp.delaware.gov/2018/08/17/troopers-investigating-armed-robbery-of-north-wilmington-liquor-store-2/

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 Michael Austin

Released:103118 1320

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Seaford– The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred last evening.

The incident was reported on Monday, October 29, 2018 at approximately 11:29 p.m., when Troopers responded to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital for a report of a victim being shot.  Upon arrival, Troopers made contact with a 26-year-old male from Seaford.  The victim advised that he was visiting a friend in the 24000 block of German Road and while he was standing in the front yard, he heard what appeared to be gun fire.  The victim proceeded to take off running when he realized he had been shot in his lower extremity.

The victim transported himself to the hospital where he was treated and released with a non-life threatening injury.  There is no suspect information at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 4 Major Crimes Unit, Detective R. Mills at 302-752-3800.  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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 103018 1227

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