Wilmington (19808) – Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery committed by three suspects that took place over the weekend.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:34 p.m., Saturday, December 2, 2017, at the Pizza Hut, located 3611 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, as a 24 year old female employee, who was working behind the sales counter, observed three subjects enter the store.

The first subject to enter the business, was displaying a black handgun, and had it pointed directly at the victim. As he and a second subject approached the victim behind sales counter, a third subject remained at the entrance door acting as a lookout.

The subject possessing the hand gun, then ordered the victim to remove all the money from the safe, while at times sticking the muzzle of the gun into her side. After obtaining money from the safe, the suspects also demanded money from the registers. The victim complied, and turned over an undisclosed about cash. The suspects also ordered the victim to surrender her Apple I-phone, which she did. After obtaining all the property, the suspects then forced the victim into the walk-in freezer, before fleeing in an unknown direction.

The victim who was not locked in the freezer, waited approximately ten minutes before exiting, at which time she called 911. The victim was uninjured as a result of the incident.

The suspects are described as follows:

Suspect #1: Black male, 25-35 years of age, 5’5”-5’7”, wearing all dark clothing, with a mask covering his face, displayed a black, unknown make and model handgun.

Suspect #2: Black male, 25-35 years of age, 6’0”- 6’2”, wearing all dark clothing, a black knit hat, with a mask covering his face.

Suspect #3: Black male, 5’8”-5”10’, wearing all dark clothing, a black knit hat, with a mask covering his face.

No surveillance footage is available at this time.

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: 120617 1330

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Bear – The incident occurred at approximately 6:50 a.m., Tuesday, December 5, 2017 as a 2007, Mack dump truck, operated by Jamal Thomas, 27, of Newark, was traveling Wrangle Hill Road (DE 72), eastbound, approaching Red Lion Road (DE 71). Thomas was unaware that the dump body portion of his vehicle was in the up position, and it struck overhead utility lines, bringing them, and the attached pole down into the roadway.

Thomas who was properly restrained at the time of the incident was uninjured as result of the crash and no other vehicles were involved. Impairment is not being considered a factor on Thomas’ behalf, however he was cited for Inattentive driving.

Wrangle Hill road was closed for approximately seven hours as repairs were made.

Click on the following link to view the original release: *TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Motor Vehicle Crash with Wires Down has Wrangle Hill Road Closed

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released; 120517 1650

Wilmington (19802) – Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery involving four juvenile suspects, in which a knife was displayed.

The incident occurred at approximately 5:33 p.m., Sunday, December 3, 2017, in the parking lot of the Dollar Tree, located at 3602 Miller Road, Wilmington. A 56, year old Wilmington woman, who had just exited the Dollar Tree, was approached by four juveniles in front of the store, at which time one of the suspects approached her, displayed a knife, and attempted to engage in a conversation with her. The victim immediately proceeded to her vehicle, which was parked in the lot, but was followed by all the suspects. When she entered her vehicle, all four suspects also entered, with three occupying the back seat, and the suspect who had originally displayed the knife, in the front passenger seat. The victim immediately exited the vehicle, leaving her purse behind. All four suspects then also exited, with the front seat occupant taking the victims purse on the way.

The victim proceeded back towards the Dollar Tree as the suspects fled on foot, southbound through the parking lot. As she was walking away the victim yelled that she was going to call the police, at which time the suspect dropped the purse and continued walking.

The purse was recovered with all property intact, and the victim was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspects were described as follows:

Suspect 1 – Black male, 12-16 years of age, 5”3”-5’7”, 90-110 lbs., wearing a red shirt, red pants, red hat, red shoes, and a black leather jacket. Displayed a knife.

Suspect 2 – Black male, 12-16 years of age, black jacket, gray pants, wearing a back-pack.

Suspect 3 – Black male, black jacket, and black pants.

Suspect 4 – Black male, 8-11 years of age, dark jacket, black pants.

The above images were captured by the Dollar Tree surveillance cameras, while the suspects were in the store just prior to the incident.

If anyone can identify the above pictured suspects or has further information regarding this incident they are asked to contact Detective J. Lloyd of 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: 120517 1545

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Newark – The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a large amount of debris in the roadway.

As a result of debris consisting of a large amount of lumber and other materials in the roadway, southbound DE Route 1 in the area of Christiana Mall (Exit 164) has multiple lane closures.  There is a single lane that is getting by at this time.

Expect heavy delays in the area and seek alternate routes of the travel.

For current traffic conditions and road closure information click on the following link:

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

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 120517 1207

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Bear – Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a motor vehicle crash in which a dump truck has struck a utility pole, bringing wires down across the roadway.

As a result Wrangle Hill Road (DE 72), is closed between Red Lion Road (DE 71), and the railroad crossing, which is just west of Willamette Drive.

Delmarva Power crews are on scene, however the roadway is expected to closed for an extended period of time. Avoid the area and seek alternate routes of travel.

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

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 120517 0821

Wilmington (19809) – Delaware State Police are currently conducting a death investigation in which two subjects were found deceased in a North Wilmington motel room.

The investigation began at approximately 2:28 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2017, when Troopers were dispatched to the Day One Motel (formerly the Printz Motel), located at 5029 Governor Printz Boulevard, Wilmington, in reference to two male subjects who appeared to be deceased, inside one of the rooms. New Castle County Paramedics responded as well, and pronounced both subjects dead at the scene.

The bodies were removed from the scene by the Division of Forensic Science for the purpose of an autopsy, in order determine the manner and cause of death.

The investigation is still in the early stages, and homicide detectives are continuing to conduct interviews, and collect evidence to determine the circumstances surrounding this incident. Additional information and investigative details will be disseminated as the investigation progresses.

If anyone has information regarding this incident they are asked to contact Detective M. Csapo at 302-741-2729. 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: 120417 1937

Wilmington – Delaware State Police are investigating a crash involving an overturned tractor trailer that still has surrounding roadways shut down.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:12 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2017, on Philadelphia Pike in the area of Naaman’s Road, Wilmington. A 2007 Freightliner tractor trailer tanker truck, containing liquid propane, was turning right onto westbound Naaman’s Road, from Philadelphia Pike, southbound, when it overturned. The operator and sole occupant of the Freightliner, identified as Jason Groff, 35, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, who was properly restrained, was able to exit the vehicle without assistance, and was uninjured, as a result of the crash. The tanker remained intact and there was no subsequent leakage of its contents.

Groff was cited for Careless Driving.

 As a result of the crash Philadelphia Pike remains closed between the Pennsylvania state line and I-495. Naamans Road is closed at Ridge Road.

Expect heavy delays in the area and seek alternate routes of the travel.

For current traffic conditions and road closure information click on the following link:

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

Click on the following link to view the original release: *TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Overturned Tractor Trailer on Naamans Road Has Caused Road Closures

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 120417 1854

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Wilmington – Delaware State Police are currently on scene of an overturned tractor trailer on Naaman’s Road in the area of Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington.

As a result of the crash Philadelphia Pike is closed between the Pennsylvania state line and I-495. Naamans Road is closed at Ridge Road.

Expect heavy delays in the area and seek alternate routes of the travel.

For current traffic conditions and road closure information click on the following link:

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

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 120417 1254

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Wilmington (19802) – Delaware State Police are releasing the names of the two victims, who were killed in a motor vehicle crash, which occurred at approximately 11:58 a.m., Friday December 1, 2017, on I -495 northbound, at 12th Street, Wilmington.

The operator of the Ford Focus, who was pronounced dead at the scene has been identified as Virginia Brice, 56, of Wilmington. The front seat passenger in the same vehicle, who was pronounced dead at the Christiana Hospital, has been identified as Charles Butcher, 81, also of Wilmington.

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**Update** Serious Motor Vehicle Crash has I-495 Northbound Closed

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Serious Motor Vehicle Crash has I-495 Northbound Closed

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 120417 1142

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Wilmington (19803) – Delaware State Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a subject responsible for the theft of multiple pairs of designer sunglasses.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:56 p.m., Thursday, November 30, 2017, at the Simon Eye, located at 2625 Concord Pike, Wilmington, when a female subject removed multiple pairs of designer sunglasses, valued at $1000.00 from a display rack, and then fled undetected.

After realizing merchandise had been taken, employees reviewed surveillance camera footage, and observed the above pictured subject remove the sunglasses from the display, and then conceal them in her purse, before exiting the store.

The subject is described as a white female, 35-40 years of age, 5’4”-5’6”, 140 lbs., wearing a black jacket, blue jeans and carrying a black purse.

Anyone who can identify this subject or who may have further information regarding this incident, is asked to contact Corporal D. Fuscellaro at Troop 1, by calling 302-761-6677. 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 Michael Austin

Released: 120417 0937

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