New Castle – Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred at approximately 5:37 a.m., Thursday, April 12, 2018, on U.S. Route 40 (Pulaski Hwy.) westbound, in the area of Wilton Blvd.

All lanes of westbound Route 40 are closed at Wilton Blvd. Motorists can expect delays in the area and are asked 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 its early stages with further details being released as they become available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 041218 0700

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Middletown – Gladys Arcuri, 73, of Middletown, who was a front seat passenger in a vehicle that was involved in motor vehicle crash that occurred on Friday, March 16, 2017, on Bethel Church Road, in Middletown, has died as a result of her injuries.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing it’s investigation into the crash, no charges have been filed at this time.

Click on the following link to view the original release:

Troopers Investigating Serious Motor Vehicle Crash – Middletown

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: 041118 1510

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Newark (19713) – Delaware State Police detectives are investigating the armed robbery of a Dollar General store that took place last night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:49 p.m., Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at the Dollar General, located at 20 Salem Village Square, Newark, when two masked suspects, brandishing handguns, entered the business just prior to the scheduled closing time of 10:00 pm. The suspects confronted a female employee on the sales floor, directed her to the sales counter, and then ordered her to open the cash register. The employee complied with the demand and opened the register, at which time one of the suspects removed an undisclosed amount of cash. After obtaining the money both suspects fled in an unknown direction.

Suspect #1 was described as a black male, 5’5”-5’9” tall, 120-140 lbs., wearing all dark clothing, to include a covering over his face and armed with an unknown make and model handgun.

Suspect #2 was described as a black male 5’4’-5’5” tall, 120-140 lbs., also wearing all dark clothing and a covering over his face.

No surveillance images are available at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the incident are asked to contact Detective A. Tenebruso of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8435.

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: 041118 1445

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Lewes- The Delaware State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the above pictured suspects who are wanted in connection with a robbery.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at approximately 1:18 p.m. when Troopers were dispatched to the 20000 block of Wil King Road for a report of an assault.  Upon arrival, Troopers made contact with a 67-year-old resident who advised that he engaged in an argument with one of his tenants, 25-year-old John Schaefer of Georgetown.  The argument led to Schaefer physically assaulting the victim.  While the victim was on the ground, Schaefer took his wallet and removed cash.  He furthermore removed the victim’s cell phone, eye glasses and keys.  Also present during this incident was 27-year-old Amber Hoopes of Lewes.  Both Schaefer and Hoopes fled the residence in the victim’s black Cadillac Escalade bearing DE registration 22607. The victim was transported to a local area hospital where he is being treated for his injuries.

Troopers have been unable to locate Schaefer and Hoopes who currently have active warrants for Robbery First Degree, Criminal Mischief, Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Malicious Interference with Emergency Communication, and Conspiracy Second Degree.

If anyone has information on their whereabouts they are asked to please contact Troop 7, Trooper S. Bailey at 302-644-5020.  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: 041018 2104

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Lewes -The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Leadership will be hosting a meeting to provide the public with its 2017 “Year in Review”.

The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 18, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the DNREC Conference Room, 901 Pilottown Road, Lewes. The conversation will focus on providing the community with a better understanding of how Troop 7 functions and the duties and responsibilities those Troopers handle on a daily basis.  Topics will include a review of the rates of crime, crashes and investigative clearances in Eastern Sussex County in 2017, and how enforcement plans have adjusted for 2018.

The meeting is open to the public and all are welcome and encouraged to attend. It is a great opportunity for the community to exchange ideas for maximum public safety where we live, work, and travel.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 041018 0942

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Middletown-Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a crash involving an overturned tractor trailer.  The crash occurred at approximately 7:58 a.m., Tuesday, April 10, 2018, which has the southbound lane and shoulder of Summit Bridge Road in the area of Churchtown Road closed.

Motorists should expect delays in the area and are asked 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 its early stages and further details will be released as they become available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 041018 0828

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Delaware- The Delaware State Police has partnered with the Delaware Department of Education in hosting Violent Intruder Preparedness and Response (VIPR) seminars.  The seminars will run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the listed locations:

• April 11:  Redding Middle School, 201 New Street, Middletown, DE
• April 16:  Laurel Middle School, 1133 S. Central Avenue, Laurel, DE
• April 17:  Indian River High School, 29772 Armory Road, Dagsboro, DE
• April 23:  Caesar Rodney High School, 239 Old North Road, Camden, DE
• May 3:  Cape Henlopen High School, 1250 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

These free training sessions will include topics related to active shooter threats, emergency preparedness, suspicious activity reporting, and hometown security threats. The seminars are open to the public and no registration is required.  Three additional training seminars will be advertised in the near future.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 040918 1441

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Wilmington (19803)- The Delaware State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a suspect who is wanted in connection with embezzlement from a restaurant.

The investigation began on February 6, 2018 when Troopers were contacted by a manger of the Panera Bread located at 2311 Concord Pike, Wilmington, regarding an employee who was stealing money from the cash register.  Through further investigations, it was discovered that an employee, identified as 36-year-old Yasser J. Wolf of Downingtown, PA had been conducting fraudulent cash refund transactions from October 2017 to January 2018.  Wolf made over 151 fraudulent cash refunds totaling over $2,300.00.

Wolf (no photo available) is a white male, 5’08” tall, 220 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair.

Troopers have been unable to locate Wolf who currently has active warrants for Theft (Felony) and Falsifying Business Records.

If anyone has information on his whereabouts they are asked to please contact Troop 1, Corporal K. Macauley at 302-660-4282  .  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: 040818 0956

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