Dover, DE- The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register their current address. If anyone knows the location of these subjects, 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 Michael Austin

Released: 011318 0800

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Bridgeville– The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred in the Walkers Mill Mobile Home Park last evening.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:44 p.m., Thursday, January 11, 2018, at a residence located in the 11,000 block of 3rd Street, Walkers Mill Mobile Home Park.  The victim, 30-year-old female of Bridgeville and her three juvenile children had just pulled into their driveway when a vehicle pulled in behind them.  The suspects’ vehicle had blocked the victim’s vehicle in the driveway.  Before the victims were able to exit the vehicle, two suspects armed with handguns approached each side of the vehicle at the front doors.  The suspects opened the doors and began demanding money.  The suspect at the driver’s side door then began rifling through the 30-year-old victim’s pockets while holding a handgun to her.  The suspect was able to obtain an undisclosed amount of cash prior to both suspects fleeing the scene in their vehicle.

The first suspect was described as a Hispanic male, in his upper 20’s, tall with an average build, and darker complexion.  He had curly hair and hair on his chin that was approximately one inch in length. He was wearing mechanic style coveralls and a jacket with a hood that was pulled up over his head.

The second suspect was described as a Hispanic male, in his mid 20’s, tall with a slightly heavy build.  He was also wearing a jacket with the hood pulled up over his head.

The suspect vehicle was described as a four door, dark in color passenger vehicle.  No further information could be provided on the vehicle or the suspects at this time. The victim and her three children were not harmed as a result of this incident.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident, they are asked to please contact the Troop 4 Major Crimes Unit at 302-856-5850 . Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at 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. 

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 011218 0817

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New Castle – Delaware State Police detectives have arrested a Maryland man, for his involvement in an identify theft scheme, in which he attempted to purchase a new vehicle using fictitious identification.

The incident began at approximately 1:18 p.m., Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at the Carmen Chrysler Jeep Dodge dealership, located at 196 S. DuPont Highway, New Castle, when a salesperson became suspicious of a customer, whom he believed was attempting to use fictitious identification to purchase a vehicle.

Detectives responded to the dealership and made contact with the suspect, who was ultimately identified as Moses Assi, 33, of College Park Maryland. The ensuing investigation determined that Assi was attempting to purchase a 2018 Dodge Challenger Hellcat, valued at $69,000.00 using a fictitious Maryland drivers license. Further investigation revealed that the information on the license was actually that of a California man who had no association with Assi.

Assi was taken in to custody without incident and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 2, where he was arrested and formally charged with 1 count each of Attempted Theft Over $50,000.00, Identity Theft, Possession of Burglary Tools, and Making a False Statement. Assi was additionally charged with 2 counts of Forgery 2nd Degree and 3 counts of Criminal Impersonation.

Assi was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #2 and committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution, in lieu of $30,000.00 cash bail.

The investigation into Assi’s activity is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Detective S. Mauchin of the Troop 2 Financial Crimes Unit by calling 302-365-8414.

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: 011018 2100

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Newark – Delaware State Police are investigating the armed robbery of a Newark area convenience store that occurred yesterday morning.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:15 a.m., Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at the 24/7 Food Mart, located at 2445 Pulaski Highway, Newark. A white male suspect entered the business and approached the 27 year old, male clerk at the sales counter, and pointed a handgun at him. The clerk then complied with the suspect’s demand to give him all the money out of the register. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect exited the store and fled in an unknown direction. The clerk was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a white male, wearing all black clothing, a black hat and in possession of a black handgun.

No surveillance photos 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 Michael Austin

Released: 011118 1650

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Frederica –The Delaware State Police are investigating a home invasion that occurred last evening.

The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 10, 2018 when troopers responded to the 80 block of Barefoot Lane for a reported Home Invasion.  The investigation revealed that an unknown suspect had approached the residence and knocked on the door.  Upon the homeowner/victim, 31-year-old male of Frederica opening the door, he was struck in the head by an unknown blunt force object.  As the victim fell to the floor, a scuffle ensued.  The victim was subsequently held down by the suspect who then began communicating with a second suspect who entered the residence.  The second suspect proceeded to the bedroom where he removed three firearms, several boxes of ammunition, and an undisclosed amount of cash.  Once these items were obtained, both suspects fled the residence on foot.

The first suspect was described as a white male in his mid-30’s, stocky, with reddish hair and a goatee, wearing an unknown color sweatshirt, and light colored sweatpants.   A description of the second suspect could not be provided.

The victim was transported to a local area hospital by a private vehicle where he was treated and released with non life threatening injures that he sustained during this incident.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective B. Beck, Troop 3 Criminal Investigative Unit at 302-698-8527.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, 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: 011118 1448

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APPLICATION EXTENSION – 92nd DSP Hiring Process

Delaware – The Delaware State Police have released a recruiting video and are continuing to accept applications for the 92nd Delaware State Police Recruit Class.  The closing date for the applications will be on Friday, March 2, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.  Testing for this class is slated for mid-March 2018.

The 92nd Recruit Class is tentatively scheduled to begin the Academy in September 2018. Anyone wishing to apply for the position of State Trooper should visit https://jobaps.com/dsp DSP to submit an online application!

Don’t wait, accept the Challenge and APPLY TODAY!

Questions concerning this information can be directed to the Recruitment Office of the Delaware State Police by email at dsprecruiting@delaware.gov or telephone 302-739-5980.  Information regarding minimum qualifications, the application process, and to view the extended version of the recruiting video, please go to: www.becomeatrooper.com.

Short Version of the Delaware State Police Recruitment Video

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The Delaware State Police is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard Bratz

Released: 011118 1131

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Newark – Delaware State Police are investigating the armed robbery of a Newark area dry cleaning business that occurred yesterday afternoon.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:40 p.m., Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at the VIP Cleaners, located at 2430 Pulaski Highway, Newark. A Hispanic male subject entered the business and approached a 50 year old female employee at the sales counter, pointed a handgun at her, while handing her a bag. The employee placed an undisclosed amount of money from the register into the bag and handed it back over to the suspect, who then fled in an unknown direction. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a Hispanic male with a thin build, wearing a black jacket, black pants, black knit hat, black fabric covering the lower portion of his face and in possession of a black handgun.

No surveillance photos 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 Michael Austin

Released: 011018 1815

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Lincoln- The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a shooting that occurred earlier this morning in the Lincoln area.

The preliminary investigation has determined that the incident was reported around 12:56 a.m. Wednesday, January 10, 2018, when Troopers were dispatched to a local area hospital in reference to a reported shooting.  The incident was reported to the State Police by the Hospital Emergency Section Staff. The incident is alleged to have occurred at approximately 12:00 a.m. when the victim was outside of his residence in the 22000 block of Pine Haven Road, when he sustained a gunshot wound to his lower extremity.  The victim, a 42-year-old male of Lincoln was transported to an area hospital by a personal vehicle where Detectives made contact with him.  The victim was treated and admitted to the hospital with a non-life threatening single gunshot wound.

No suspect information could be provided at this time.

This incident remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Major Crimes Unit.   If anyone has any information in reference to this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective T. Williams-Snipes at 302-752-3897. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at 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: 011018 1700

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Selbyville – The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigation Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to locate a suspect in connection with multiple burglaries.

The suspect identified as 25-year-old William Wagner of Selbyville is wanted in connection with several burglaries that have occurred in the Swann Keys development from November 6, 2017 to January 6, 2018.  Through investigative measures, Detectives were able to link Wagner to these burglaries and have obtained warrants for his arrest.  Detectives have been unable to locate Wagner who is believed to be in the Swann Keys area, however he is also known to have ties to the Frankford area.

If anyone has further information in reference to these burglaries or can provide the whereabouts of Wagner, they are asked to please contact Detective A. Bluto at 302-752-3864.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, or via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 011018 1609

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Bear – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash, involving a single vehicle that occurred this morning.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:05 a.m., Wednesday, January 10, 2018, as a 2010 Mini Cooper, operated by Phoenicia M. Pugh, 30, of Bear, was traveling Red Lion Road (DE 71) westbound, approaching Summit Pointe Circle.  Pugh failed to negotiate a curve and traveled across the Red Lion Road eastbound lane, continuing in a southwest direction, striking multiple signs and a tree before coming to rest off the south edge of the roadway.

Pugh who was properly restrained was pronounced dead at the scene by responding EMS. Speed appears to be a contributing factor in the crash. It us undetermined at this time if impairment was a factor.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. J. Forester of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit at 302-365-8485.

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

Clink on the following link to view the original release: Troopers Investigating Fatal Crash-Red Lion Road

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: 011018 1615

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