Dover – Delaware State Police continue to investigate a crash involving an overturned tractor trailer, which was hauling scrap metal, that occurred at approximately 2:38 p.m., Friday June 8, 2018 on Scarborough Road east of N. Dupont Highway (Rt. 13), Dover.

The initial investigation has determined that a 2007 Peterbilt tractor trailer, loaded with steel beams, which was operated by a 24 year old Coatesville, Pennsylvania man, proceeded to turn right from northbound, N. DuPont Highway onto Scarborough Road eastbound. While negotiating the turn the load shifted, causing the vehicle to overturn onto it’s left side. As a result of the vehicle overturning the steel beams spilled onto the roadway causing the  closure of all lanes of Scarborough Road.

The driver who was properly restrained was uninjured. He was cited for Failure To Drive at an Appropriate Speed for Roadway Conditions.

Scarborough Road east of N. DuPont was closed for approximately 4.5 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

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*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Scarborough Road East of N. Dupont Highway Closed Due to Overturned Tractor Trailer-Dover

*UPDATE-TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Scarborough Road East of N. Dupont Highway Closed Due to Overturned Tractor Trailer-Dover

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 060818 2135

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Newark (19702) – The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that took place at a Newark area gas station Thursday night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:06 p.m., Thursday, June 7, 2018, at the Valero Shore Stop, located at 796 Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, when a suspect confronted an employee at the sales counter and demanded money while brandishing a handgun. The employee complied with the demand by turning over an undisclosed amount of cash to the suspect who then fled on foot in an unknown direction. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect is described as a black male with a thin build, wearing all dark clothing, with a cloth covering a portion of his face.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective C. Hevelow of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit at 302-365-8471.

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 Michael Austin

Released: 060818 1830

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Dover – Delaware State Police remain on scene of a crash involving an overturned tractor trailer, which was hauling scrap metal, that occurred at approximately 2:38 p.m., Friday June 8, 2018 on Scarborough Road east of N. Dupont Highway (Rt. 13).  Scarborough Road between Rt. 13 and Rt 1 (Toll Plaza) is closed at this time.

The roadway remains closed at this time as crews continue to remove the scrap metal from the roadway. There is no estimated time for the roadway to be re-opened.

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

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 060818 1705

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Dover – Delaware State Police are investigating a crash involving an overturned tractor trailer that occurred at approximately 2:38 p.m., Friday June 8, 2018 on Scarborough Road east of N. Dupont Highway (Rt. 13).  Scarborough Road between Rt. 13 and Rt 1 (Toll Plaza) is closed at this time.

Motorist should expect delays in this 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.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 060818 1512

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Bethany – Delaware State Police Troop 4 will be holding a Community Café on Thursday, June 14, 2018. The event will held from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the South Inlet Restaurant: Big Chill Beach Club, located at 27099 Coastal Highway, Bethany.  The Community Café will have Troop 4 Administration, as well as the Superintendent of the Indian River School District, Mr. Mark Steel, and the Community Outreach Officer in attendance to meet and interact with members of the public. This Community Café is often referred to as “Coffee with a Cop” in other police agencies and is being held in an effort to build a stronger relationship between the Delaware State Police and the communities that we so proudly serve.

Please be advised that the location of this event is on State Park grounds and entry fees will apply:

Delaware Resident……………………………..$5.00

Non-Resident………………………………………$10.00

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 060818 1158

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Kent/Sussex Counties- Delaware State Police with the assistance of multiple agencies have arrested two suspects in connection with numerous burglaries.

The investigation began in April 2018, when agencies primarily in Kent and Sussex Counties began experiencing a rash of commercial glass break burglaries. During these burglaries, the suspect(s) typically forced entry by throwing a brick or rock against a glass door or window and then primarily removing the cash registers from the businesses.

Through investigative measures, detectives identified a suspect vehicle as a silver 2007 Saturn Aura. James D. Green-Surman, 28-year-old of Dover, was identified as the operator and primary suspect of the burglary incidents.

On May 23, 2018, detectives observed James Green-Surman attempt to force entry into the Pete’s Steak House located at 19287 Miller Road, Rehoboth Beach, by throwing a brick against a glass door.  Green-Surman was subsequently taken into custody and arrested.  He was charged in connection with crimes occurring at 36 businesses, by Troop 3 CIU, Troop 4 CIU, the Dover Police Department, the Milford Police Department, and the Middletown Police Department for 133 charges consisting of Burglary 3^rd, Attempted Burglary 3^rd, Wearing a Disguise, Possession of Burglar Tools, Theft Over $1500, Theft Under $1500, Attempted Theft Under $1500, Conspiracy 2^nd, Criminal Mischief Over $5000, Criminal Mischief $1000-$5000, and Criminal Mischief Under $1000. He was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 3 and issued a $130,050.00 secured bond, and later released after posting bail.

Through investigative measures, Green-Surman’s co-conspirator in some of the burglaries was identified as 33-year-old, Tony A. Cobb of Dover.  On June 5, 2018, Cobb was located and apprehended by the US Marshall’s Task Force, the Dover Police Department, and Probation and Parole in Dover. Cobb was wanted in reference to active Violation Of Probation (VOP) warrants and burglary warrants.  Cobb was charged in connection with crimes occurring at 13 businesses by Troop 3, Troop 4, the Dover Police Department, and the Milford Police Department for 62 charges consisting of Burglary 3^rd, Attempted Burglary 3^rd, Wearing a Disguise, Possession of Burglar Tools, Theft Over $1500, Theft Under $1500, Attempted Theft Under $1500, Conspiracy 2^nd, Criminal Mischief Over $5000, Criminal Mischief $1000-$5000, and Criminal Mischief Under $1000. Cobb was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to the James T. Vaughn Correctional  Institute on $9,675.00 cash only bond for his VOP warrants and $132,250.00 secured bond in reference to his burglary warrants.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 060718 1703

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Millsboro- Delaware State Police have arrested a Millsboro man in connection with multiple burglaries and other related offenses.

On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at approximately 5:32 a.m., troopers were dispatched to the 36000 block of Pine Drive, Mariner’s Cove development, for a report of a domestic.  Upon arrival contact was made with the homeowner, who advised that he was awoken by loud noises outside.  As he went outside to investigate, he discovered a plethora of stolen property surrounding his residence.  Additionally, he discovered his son, 48-year-old Timothy R. Elliott Jr. across the street inside a neighbor’s boat attempting to remove a seat.

Upon arrival, troopers observed this plethora of property which included but not limited
to; numerous large appliances, heavy landscaping stones, copper piping, furniture, lumber, an HVAC, toilets, and a kitchen sink and countertop. The investigation revealed that Elliott had dismantled and removed the interior contents of 5 neighboring, seasonal residences.

Prior to the troopers arrival, Elliott had fled on foot.  With the assistance of Troop 7 K-9 Fifo, Elliott was discovered hiding in the crawlspace to his residence.  Elliott was subsequently taken into custody and transported to Troop 7 where he was charged with 3 counts of Burglary 3rd (Felony), 2 counts of Possession of Burglary Tools (Felony), 3 counts of Theft (Felony), 2 counts of Criminal Mischief, 2 counts of Theft, Resisting Arrest, and 2 counts of Criminal Trespass.  He was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $13,002.00 secured bond.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 060618 1408

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Georgetown–  The Delaware State Police have arrested a Georgetown man after an investigation revealed he physically abused his 3-month old daughter.

The investigation began on May 27, 2018 at approximately 12:03 p.m. when troopers were dispatched to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital for a possible child abuse case.  24-year-old, Eduar E. Guzman-Cruz, brought his daughter to the emergency room as she was acting abnormal.  It was determined that the child suffered a serious brain injury and was subsequently transported to the Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital. 

On May 31, 2018, Detectives were advised that the injuries to the baby were catastrophic and significant to the extent that they were life threatening.  It was determined that the baby suffered an acute injury consistent with abusive head trauma and child physical abuse immediately prior to her admission to the hospital.

Through investigative measures, a warrant was obtained and Guzman-Cruz was arrested on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at approximately 8:44 p.m. for Child Abuse 1st Recklessly/Intentionally Causes Serious Physical Injury to a Child.  He was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $10,000.00 cash only bond.  Guzman-Cruz was also issued a no contact order for the victim and his 2 year old daughter.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 060618 0958

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Seaford-Delaware State Police have arrested a Seaford man after a traffic stop led to an Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at approximately 5:24 p.m. when a Trooper initiated a traffic stop on a 2002 Dodge Durango, on German Road for failure to stop at a stop sign.  The Trooper made contact with the driver, who initially provided a false name.  The driver attempted to place the vehicle in drive at which time the Trooper’s arm became entangled in the steering wheel and the driver accelerated forward.  As the Trooper was being drug on the side of the vehicle, he attempted to deploy his TASER.  The vehicle then came to a sudden stop and a struggle ensued over the TASER.  The Trooper at this point was able to free himself from the side of the vehicle.

The driver, later identified as 29-year-old Brandon T. Showell, then exited the vehicle and a foot pursuit ensued.  Showell was subsequently apprehended and taken into custody.  A computer check revealed that Showell was wanted for a Sussex County Superior Court Rule 9 Robbery 1^st warrant along with several Violation of Probation and court capiases.  He was transported back to Troop 5 where he was charged with Assault 2^nd on a Law Enforcement Officer, Removing a Deadly Weapon from Law Enforcement, Resisting Arrest with Force, Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony, Criminal Mischief, Criminal Impersonation, Driving While Revoked, and 2 counts of Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign.  He was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court 3 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $10,000 cash only bond.

The Trooper was transported to the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital where he was treated and released.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 060618 0844

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Newark – Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate a two vehicle crash involving an overturned dump truck that occurred at approximately 3:17 a.m., Tuesday June 5, 2018 on SR 1 northbound, just north of DE 273, Newark.

The initial investigation has determined that a 1999 Honda Civic being driven by a 18 year old Port Deposit, Maryland woman, was travelling SR 1 northbound in the left lane approaching DE 273, when a deer ran into her path. The driver swerved to avoid the deer at which time she lost control and traveled off the right side of the road, striking a guardrail. After impacting the guardrail the Honda re-entered the SR 1 northbound lanes, coming to rest in the left lane facing southbound.

A 2016 Kenworth dump truck, operated by a 61 year old New Castle man, was traveling SR 1 northbound in the left lane and did not see the disabled Honda due to it’s headlights being inoperable as a result of the initial crash. The dump truck driver braked at the last moment but could not avoid striking the Honda. After impact the dump truck overturned on to it’s left side before coming to rest off the right side of the SR 1 northbound lanes. The dump truck was hauling ash which was spread across all SR 1 northbound lanes after the vehicle overturned.

The operator of the Honda as well as the dump truck, who were both properly restrained, were transported to the Christiana Hospital with minor injuries.

As of 10:25 a.m. all lanes of SR 1 have been re-opened.

The SR 1 southbound lanes were closed for approximately 2 hours and the northbound lanes were closed for approximately 7 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 060518 1030

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