Magnolia– Delaware State Police have arrested two juveniles in connection with a burglary that occurred on Monday morning.

On Monday, June 25, 2018, at approximately 10:37 a.m., Troopers were dispatched to the 300 block of Anderson Road for a burglary report.  Upon arrival, contact was made with the homeowner who advised that sometime in the past 24 hours, her two bicycles were removed from her garage.

On this same date, at approximately 1:58 p.m., Troopers were dispatched to the Magnolia Furniture Store, located at 40 S. Main Street, Magnolia, in reference to the victim locating one of her stolen bicycles.  Subsequently, the two suspects identified as 17-year-old Ross C. Madden of Smyrna, and 16-year-old William Figgatt Jr. of Magnolia were taken into custody without incident.

Madden and Figgatt were transported back to Troop 3 where they were charged with Burglary 3rd (Felony), Conspiracy 2nd (Felony), and Theft.  Both were arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 2 and released to the custody of their parents.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 062618 1038

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Millsboro-Delaware State Police with the assistance of Probation and Parole Officers, arrest a Millsboro man for Attempted Burglary and other related charges.

The incident occurred on Monday, June 25, 2018 at approximately 7:15 p.m. when Troopers were dispatched to the 34000 block of Tugboat Court, Rehoboth Shores, for a report of a disorderly subject with a gun.  Upon arrival, Troopers learned that 19-year-old Dwayne A. Barnes was involved in an altercation in the roadway in which he allegedly displayed a BB gun.  Further investigation revealed that Barnes attempted to break into a 21-year-old female’s residence by kicking in the rear door.  The Rehoboth Shores security officer was contacted and made aware of the situation and upon his arrival, he was threatened by Barnes.

Barnes had fled the area prior to the arrival of the Troopers, however was subsequently located by Probation and Parole hiding in a pond off of Tugboat Court and taken into custody without further incident.

Barnes was transported back to Troop 7 where he was charged with Attempt to Commit Burglary Second, Terroristic Threatening, Resisting Arrest, Criminal Mischief, and Disorderly Conduct.  He was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 3 and released on $12,200.00 unsecured bond.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 062618 0841

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Milton, De. – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate the fatal crash that occurred south of Milton on Saturday, June 23, 2018. The suspect has been identified as Richard M. Talbot, 32 of Milton, Delaware.

*UPDATE* TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Fisher Road south of Route 9 Closed Due to Crash-Milton

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Fisher Road south of Route 9 Closed Due to 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.

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Released: 062518 1241

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Wilmington– Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate a serious crash involving a motorcycle that occurred yesterday afternoon north of Wilmington.

The incident occurred at approximately 2:42 p.m. on Saturday, June 23, 2018, when a 2012 Kawasaki motorcycle sport bike, operated by Atiba Fields, 20 of Claymont, was traveling southbound at an apparent high rate of speed in the right lane of SR 141 approaching the intersection of Alapocas Drive. At the same time, a 2004 Dodge Dakota, operated by John J. Devine, 76 of Wilmington, was traveling northbound in the left turn lane on SR 141 at the intersection. As the Dodge made the left turn at the intersection it was struck on the front right side while crossing the southbound lanes with the front of the Kawasaki sport bike. The motorcycle came to a stop at the entrance of the DuPont driving range and the Dodge Dakota was pushed southbound stopping on the right shoulder. The force of the collision caused the motorcycle operator to be ejected onto the right shoulder.

The operator of the Dodge Dakota was properly restrained and sustained non-life threatening injuries a result of this crash.

The operator of the motorcycle was wearing a DOT compliant helmet.  He was transported by the Delaware State Police Aviation Unit to the Christiana Hospital, where he is listed in serious but stable condition.  Impairment on his behalf is unknown at this time. Warrant was issued for Reckless Driving and drug charges for the motorcycle operator.

SR 141 at the intersection of Alapocas Drive in the area of the crash was closed for approximately three hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

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

Troopers Investigating Crash Involving a Motorcycle – Wilmington

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Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 062418 1701

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Wilmington – Delaware State Police are investigating a minor personal injury crash involving an overturned box truck that occurred this morning at approximately 6:15 a.m., Sunday, June 24, 2018, on SR 141 southbound in the area of Boxwood Road west of Wilmington.

The road will be shut down for an extended period of time as the Department of Natural Resources is en-route due to a ruptured gas tank. At this time traffic is being diverted onto Boxwood Road.

Motorists can expect delays in the area and are advised to seek alternate routes of travel.

For updated traffic conditions and road closure information click on the following link.

http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories

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

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Released: 062418 0631

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Milton, De. – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating a vehicle crash involving a Delaware State Trooper that occurred today south of Milton.

The preliminary investigation has determined the crash occurred at approximately 12:22 p.m., Saturday, June 23, 2018, as patrol units from Delaware State Police Troop 7 were actively searching for a burglary suspect reported to be a white male on a bicycle with a thin build, approximately 20 to 30 years old, in the area of the Lazy Lake and Hunters Mill Estates communities. Recent video surveillance of a burglarized residence supported the description information.

The trooper, operating a fully marked 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicle, was traveling northbound on Fisher Road (CR 262) approaching the intersection of Lewes-Georgetown Highway when he located a man riding a bicycle southbound matching the suspect’s description. The Trooper turned around and activated the emergency lights and siren in an effort to get the subject to stop however he refused and continued to travel southbound on Fisher Road. The trooper ordered and directed verbal commands toward the suspect to stop. The suspect ignored numerous verbal commands and continued to flee. As the pursuit of the suspect continued the two vehicles were involved in a collision.

The suspect, a 32 year old male, was transported to Beebe Medical Center by ambulance where he was pronounced deceased.

The trooper, properly restrained at the time, was not injured in the collision. The 28 year old trooper has been employed by the Delaware State Police for four years and is assigned to Troop 7 patrol in Lewes, DE. He has been placed on administrative leave per Divisional Policy, pending the outcome of the investigation.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.

Fisher Road south of Lewes-Georgetown Highway south of Milton was closed in the area of the crash for approximately four hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Fisher Road south of Route 9 Closed Due to 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.

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Released: 062318 1151

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Wilmington – Delaware State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a motorcycle that occurred at approximately 2:42 p.m., Saturday, June 23, 2018, on route 141 southbound in the area of Alapocas Drive, north of Wilmington.

As a result of the crash, SR 141 southbound is closed in the area Alapocas Drive. Motorists can expect delays in the area and are advised to seek alternate routes of travel.

For updated traffic conditions and road closure information click on the following link.

http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories

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

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Released: 062318 1531

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Milton- Delaware State Police are on scene of a crash involving a pedestrian that occurred at approximately 12:22 p.m., Saturday, June 23, 2018, which has the Fisher road south of Route 9 closed.

Motorists can expect delays in the area and are advised to seek alternate routes of travel. For information regarding traffic conditions and road closure information click on the following link:

http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

The investigation is ongoing with further information being released as it becomes available.

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Released: 062318 1301

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Dover – The Delaware State Police conducted a graduation ceremony today to acknowledge Cadets Benjamin Conrad, Caroline Silverman and Larissa Ward at the Delaware State Police Museum located at 1425 North DuPont Highway, Dover, Delaware.

The ceremony began with Human Resources, Sergeant Kristin Smith presenting the 2018 Cadet class and welcoming family and friends to this notable event. The ceremony was attended by the Executive Staff, Captain Jon Wood, Director of Human Resources, Master Corporal Rickey Hargis and Senior Corporal Robert Colmery of the Delaware State Police Community Outreach Unit, Corporals Adam Jewell and Tyler Wright of the Delaware State Police Human Resources Section, Sergeant Richard Bratz, Director of the Public Information Office and Trooper First Class Chase Lawson of Troop 6.

The class was recognized by the keynote speaker, Superintendent of the Delaware State Police, Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr., Lieutenant Colonel Monroe Hudson, and Operations Officer for New Castle County, Major Melissa Zebley and Operations Officer for Special Units, Major Daniel Meadows. They presented formal certificates for successful completion of the 2018 Cadet Training Program held at the Delaware State Police Training Academy which took place from June 18th to June 22, 2018.

“Congratulations to the Cadets for completing this program and for their leadership and commitment to the citizens of Delaware. In addition, thank you to all of the instructors and participants that contributed to a successful Cadet program.” Colonel Nathaniel McQueen, Superintendent of the Delaware State Police

The Cadet Trooper’s primary duties will include the enforcement of handicap parking and fire lane violations; however they are also used in various administrative duties such as traffic control at large events and foot patrol at the State Fair. The Cadets completed 40 hours of mandatory classroom instruction and will be assigned to various troops throughout the state. Since the program began in 1998, the Delaware State Police have hired 69 Cadet Troopers; 22 of those cadets have been hired as Delaware State Troopers.

In a personal note, from Sergeant Kristin Smith, to each Cadet “It is my distinct pleasure to congratulate you on your outstanding participation and completion of the 2018 Delaware State Police Cadet Program! I applaud you on your hard work and you should take great pride in your accomplishments. I encourage you to continue representing the principles of leadership and wish you continued success in all your future projects; DSP Strong!”

Some of the classes for Cadet Troopers during the week of education and training were; Motor Vehicle Code, Cultural Diversity, Officer Safety, Weaponless Defense, Verbal Judo, Radio Procedures, Uniform and Equipment, Ethical Decision Making, Laws of Arrest, Drug Recognition, Emergency Care, Auto Theft Investigations and Courtroom Procedures.

Minimum Qualifications to become a cadet includes:

• Education- Candidates must be a Delaware resident and currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited college in the state of Delaware (full-time or part-time)
• Age- Candidates must be between the ages of 18-21
• Citizenship- Candidates must be a citizen of the United States
• Driver’s License- Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license
• Applications are being accepted via www.jobaps.com/dsp
• Anticipating to begin employment in June 2018
• Current Pay is $13.04 per hour

Selection Process includes:

• A formal State of Delaware application
• An Oral Board Interview
• Polygraph Examination
• A Background Check

An online application can be found by clicking on the following link: www.becomeatrooper.com Once at that page, scroll halfway down the page and click on Important Documents. The Cadet Application will be found on that page. Completed applications should be mailed to: Delaware State Police – Recruiting Office, P.O. Box 430, Dover, DE 19903. Any questions should be directed to the Delaware State Police Recruiting Office at 302-739-5980 or dsprecruiting@delaware.gov.

Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 062218 2051

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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 the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 062218 1831

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