Delaware – The Delaware State Police and the Office of Highway Safety in partnership with local law enforcement agencies are committed to improving the safety of Delaware’s motoring public. As a result, CheckPoint StrikeForce will be conducted on Saturday, July 14, 2018 with additional Team DUI Enforcement on July 28, 2018.

More than 50 law enforcement officers from across Delaware will assemble at several locations in all three counties to conduct statewide impaired driving checkpoints. The focus will be on behavioral traffic safety issues such as impaired driving, seat belt use, speeding, child passenger safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, motorcycle safety, and teen driving issues.

If you drink and drive during this Independence Day holiday, or any other time this July, you could lose your independence because there is a high likelihood you’ll be pulled over.

During the month of July, the Delaware Office of Highway Safety will be implementing several countermeasures to combat impaired driving. (A DUI arrest can set you back an average of $10,000 in attorney fees, fines, court costs, lost time at work, higher insurance rates, car towing and repairs, and more. It could also result in the loss of your license and possibly even your job.)

On Saturday, July 14th, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., police will be out in full force in Delaware as part of the “CheckPoint StrikeForce” deployment. Delaware State Police will be manning three sobriety check points, one in each county, as follows:

1. New Castle County: Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington
2. Kent County: US 13 in Smyrna
3. Sussex County: Rt. 1 in Rehoboth Beach

There will be at least one Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) at each checkpoint.

Two weeks later, on July 28th, OHS will be funding a DUI team enforcement initiative. Targeting areas shown to have a high occurrence of DUI arrests, nearly 100 law enforcement officers will be traveling in pairs to patrol for impaired drivers.

July is a particularly deadly month for Delaware. From 2013 – 2017, there have been a total of 1,839 DUI arrests, 486 DUI-related crashes, and 24 DUI-related fatalities.

“As you celebrate the summer, we want everyone to think of your family, friends and other drivers traveling on our roads in Delaware. Drink responsibly and discourage others from drunk or buzzed driving. If you feel buzzed, you should not drive. Please have a plan before you go out and pick a designated driver who is responsible and will not drink. The Delaware State Police and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state have teamed together to enhance motorists safety with extra patrols and DUI enforcement at checkpoints in all three counties. Think about the safety of others as more families are traveling on Delaware roads.”

Sergeant Richard Bratz, Delaware State Police, Public Information Director

“This July, don’t let your stars and stripes become bars and stripes. OHS urges motorists to plan ahead. Don’t let a DUI ruin your life. Find a designated driver, call a cab or use a ridesharing service like Lyft.”

Mitch Topal, Office of Highway Safety, Marketing Specialist and Public Information Officer

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Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

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Milton– The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the individual who was killed in a single motor vehicle crash on Saturday, July 7, 2018 on Coastal Highway (SR 1) in the area of Truitt Road as 66-year-old Robert C. Campbell of Harrington.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.  Anyone with information pertaining to this incident is asked to please contact Troop 7, Corporal A. Mitchell at 302-644-5020.

Troopers Investigating Fatal Crash-Milton

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

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Townsend– The Delaware State Police have identified the name of the father and his adult daughter from Teaneck, NJ who were killed in a fatal motor vehicle crash on Friday, July 6, 2018 on State Route 1 Highway (Rt. 1) as 61-year-old Audie Trinidad, and 20-year-old Kaitlyn N. Trinidad.  Also killed in the crash was his 17-year-old daughter and 13-year-old twins.

The driver of the Ford F-350 has been identified as 44-year-old Alvin S. Hubbard 3rd of East New Market, MD.

The driver of the Mercury Sable as been identified as 24-year old Brian C. Kern of Bethlehem PA.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.  No charges have been filed at this time.

*Update* Troopers Investigating Multi-Fatal Crash- Townsend

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Route 1 Northbound at Pine Tree Road Closed Due to Fatal Crash-Townsend

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

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Smyrna– The Delaware State Police have arrested a Wilmington man after a traffic stop led to the discovery of a handgun.

The incident occurred on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at approximately 2:31 p.m. when a Trooper observed a 2003 Mercury Sable traveling above the posted speed limit on northbound Route 13 in the area of Hickory Ridge Road.  A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver and two occupants.  Further investigation revealed that the 29-year-old male operator from Dover, had a suspended driver’s license and an active capias.  Upon contact with the occupants, a “blunt” containing marijuana was observed inside the vehicle.  Upon identification of the rear seat passenger, it was discovered that he had two active capiases.

Further search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a handgun located in a compartment in the glove box with an obliterated serial number.

The rear seat passenger, identified as Lawrence D. Baily was transported back to Troop 9 where he was charged with Possession of a Firearm by Person Previously
Convicted of A Violent Felony, Possession of a Weapon with an Obliterated Serial Number, Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon, and Possession of Marijuana.  Baily was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center on a total of $79, 647.22 secured bond for his current charges and two active capiases. 

The driver was released after being issued a citation for speeding and other traffic related offenses.

The front seat passenger, a 28-year-old male from Philadelphia was not charged.

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Milton-The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Coastal Highway (SR 1) in the area of Truitt Road.

The crash was reported on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at approximately 5:17 a.m. when a passing motorist noticed a vehicle off the roadway and in a field.  The preliminary investigation determined that a 2001 Volvo V70 Station Wagon was traveling northbound on Coastal Highway (SR1) approaching the intersection of Truitt Road. After passing Truitt Road, the Station Wagon failed to maintain its lane and exited Coastal Highway just north of Truitt Road, striking a sign post. After impacting the sign post, the Station Wagon continued to travel in a northeasterly direction when it collided with a standing tree in an open field, before coming to rest a short distance from the tree.

The operator and sole occupant, a 66-year-old male from Harrington was not wearing his seatbelt and was pronounced deceased at the scene.  Impairment on his behalf is unknown at this time.  His name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Route 1 northbound in the area of Truitt Road was restricted to one lane while the crash was investigated and cleared.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.  Anyone with information pertaining to this incident is asked to please contact Troop 7, Corporal A. Mitchell at 302-644-5020.

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

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Townsend- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate a multi-fatal crash involving three vehicles that occurred yesterday afternoon.

The initial investigation has determined that on Friday, July 6, 2018, at approximately 3:47 p.m., a 2007 Ford F-350 was traveling southbound, in the left lane on State Route 1 Highway (Rt. 1) in the vicinity of Noxontown Road.  A 2002 Mercury Sable was traveling northbound on Rt. 1 just north of Pine Tree Road, and a 1998 Toyota Sienna was traveling a short distance behind the Sable.  For unknown reasons, the F-350 failed to remain in the southbound lanes of travel and exited the roadway, crossing over the grassy-median and into the northbound lanes of travel on Rt. 1.  The front driver’s side of the F-350 struck the left rear side of the Sable, causing the Sable to spin out of control and come to a rest in an embankment.  The F-350 continued out of control southbound in the northbound lanes, when the front of the Sienna struck the passengers side of the F-350.  The impact caused both vehicles to be displaced off the edge of the roadway and into a ditch.

The operator of the F-350, a 44-year-old male from East New Market, MD, was transported to a local area hospital where he was treated and released with non-life threatening injuries.  He was properly restrained and it is unknown if impairment is a factor on his behalf.  His passenger, a 30-year-old male from Hurlock, MD, was properly restrained and was also transported to a local area hospital where he was treated and released with non-life threatening injuries.

The operator of the Sable, a 24-year-old male from Bethlehem PA, was transported to a local area hospital where he was treated and released with non-life threatening injuries. He was properly restrained and impairment does not appear to be a factor on his behalf.

The operator of the Sienna, a 61-year-old male from Teaneck, NJ, was properly restrained and pronounced deceased at the scene.  Also in the vehicle were his four daughters, ages 20, 17, and two 13 year olds, who were not properly restrained and  pronounced deceased at the scene.  His 53-year-old wife, was properly restrained in the front passenger seat and was transported to a local area hospital where she was admitted with serious injuries.

Southbound State Route 1 Highway in the area of Pine Tree Road was closed for approximately 90 minutes and the northbound lanes were closed for approximately 5 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

The crash continues to remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.  All names are being withheld at this time pending notification of next of kin and family members.

Click on link for original release: *TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Route 1 Northbound at Pine Tree Road Closed Due to Fatal Crash-Townsend

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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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

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Townsend-Delaware State Police are currently on scene investigating a multi-fatal crash involving that occurred at approximately 3:47 p.m., Friday, July 6, 2018 on Route 1 northbound in the area of Pine Tree Road.

Route 1 northbound in the area of Pine Tree Road is closed at this time.

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

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

For updated traffic conditions and road closure information click on the following link:http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

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Newark (19713) – The Delaware State Police are investigating the armed robbery of a Newark gas station that took place early Thursday morning.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:26 a.m., Thursday, July 5, 2018 at the Exxon gas station located at 263 E. Chestnut Hill Road.  An employee had gone outside to take a break when he was approached from behind by a suspect demanding he open the doors to the business.  The victim complied with the demands, unlocked the business, and realized at this point there were a total of three suspects.  Once inside, the victim, held at gun point, was ordered to open up the cash register.  While the victim opened the cash drawer, one of the suspects removed and undisclosed amount of cash, while a second suspect removed several boxes of blunts and cigarettes.

All three suspects exited the store in an unknown direction.  The store clerk was not injured as a result of this incident.

All three suspects were described as black males, approximately 5’09” to 5’10” tall, wearing hoodies, jeans, and ski masks.  One suspect was armed with a handgun, and a second suspect was armed with a blunt force object.  The third suspect was unarmed.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this 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@delaware.gov.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

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Harrington–  The Delaware State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the above pictured suspect who is wanted in connection with an attempted robbery.

The incident occurred on June 29, 2018 at approximately 10:30 p.m., after the victim agreed to provide the suspect with a ride home from the Harrington Casino.  The 59-year-old male victim from Bridgeville, advised that he was at the casino when he saw an acquaintance and engaged in a conversation.  The victim stated that the acquaintance proceeded to ask him for a ride home, as he indicated that his vehicle would not start.  The victim advised that he attempted to provide assistance in starting the vehicle, however was unsuccessful.

The victim stated that he headed southbound on South Dupont Highway (Rt. 13), when he was directed by the suspect to back roads in the Harrington/Farmington area.  While stopped on the roadway, the victim claimed that the suspect held a screwdriver to his neck and demanded money.  A struggle ensued and the victim was able to take the screwdriver away from the suspect.  The suspect then fled from the vehicle and the scene in an unknown direction.

The suspect was described as an Hispanic male, approximately 5’ 05” tall, 135-150 lbs. with black hair shaved on the sides and pulled back into a ponytail, wearing a red shirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers.  The suspect’s vehicle was described as an older model red or burgundy colored passenger car with a black hood.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the pictured suspect or the incident is asked to please contact Detective R. Wright by calling 302-698-8429. 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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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 070518 1355

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