Wilmington (19802) – Delaware State Police are investigating the armed robbery of a North Wilmington BP station that occurred Christmas night.

The incident occurred at approximately 7:35 p.m., Monday, December 25, 2017, at the BP gas station, located at 3507 Miller Road, Wilmington, when a subject approached the clerk at the counter and attempted to purchase cigarettes. The employee, a 32 year old Wilmington woman, asked for the subjects ID, at which time he reached into his jacket pocket, produced a black handgun and demanded cash from the register. The employee complied with the demand, and turned over an undisclosed amount of money to the subject, who then fled on foot towards the Miller Road Shopping Center. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect is described as a black male in his early twenties, 5’4” – 5’6” tall, with a thin build, wearing a black jacket over a gray hoodie, black hat, and bright blue jeans, possessing a black unknown make and model handgun. 

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Sgt. A. Lloyd of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit at 302-365-8403.

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: 122617 1215

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Middletown – Delaware State Police are currently on scene of an overturned tractor trailer that occurred at approximately 10:15 a.m., Tuesday, December 26, 2017, on Summit Bridge Road in the area of Old School House Road, Middletown. The tractor trailer is the only vehicle involved and the driver was not injured.

As a result of the crash Summit Bridge Road is closed in both directions, between Boyds Corner Road/ Churchtown Road and Armstrong Corner Road / Marlpit Road. The roadway is expected to be closed for an extended period of time. Please seek alternate routes of travel as delays can be expected on all surrounding roadways due to the closure.

For updated traffic conditions and information on the re-opening of the roadway log onto: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 122617 1130

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Newark – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate a motor vehicle crash that has claimed the lives of two New Jersey residents.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:53 p.m., Saturday, December 23, 2017, on Delaware Park Boulevard, west of Ogletown-Stanton Road (DE Rt. 4), Newark.

A 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis, operated by a 77 year old Mantua, N.J. man was traveling  on Delaware Park Boulevard, west of Ogletown-Stanton Road, as he was exiting the Delaware Park Casino property. Also occupying the Mercury, as a front seat passenger, was a 92 year old woman, also of Mantua.

A 2015 Nissan Altima, operated by  Stephen R. Goodman, 33, of Wilmington, was entering the Delaware Park Casino property, on Delaware Park Boulevard, west of Ogletown-Stanton Road, at a high rate of speed. The Nissan was passing several vehicles on Delaware Park Boulevard after crossing the double yellow center line, and traveled directly into the path of the Mercury, at which time the vehicles collided head on.

The operator of the Mercury was pronounced dead at the scene by responding EMS. The front seat passenger in the Mercury was transported to the Christiana Hospital, where she was pronounced dead a short time later. Goodman was transported to the Christiana Hospital where he was admitted with serious injuries.

The investigation revealed that Goodman was wanted by the Wilmington Police Department, for stealing the Nissan during the course of a carjacking, which occurred earlier this same date.

As a result of the initial crash investigation warrants were obtained charging Goodman with 2 counts of Vehicular Homicide 2nd Degree, and one count each of Receiving Stolen Property, Driving on the Wrong Side of the Road, Driving at an Unreasonable Speed, and Driving While Suspended. The execution of these warrants along with the pre-existing Carjacking 2nd warrant will be accomplished when Goodman’s medical condition allows.

Identification of both victims is pending the notification of next of kin.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Sgt. D. Alexander of the Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit at 302-365-8484.

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: 122417 1140

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Newark – Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:53 p.m., Saturday, December 23, 2017, on Delaware Park Boulevard in the area of Churchman’s Road (S.R. 4), Newark.

Traffic in the area is not being affected at this time.

The investigation is active and ongoing with further details being released as they become available.

Magnolia – Delaware State Police have arrested a Dover woman for pointing a handgun at another woman and threatening to shoot her, during an argument at a local gas station.

The incident occurred at approximately 7:32 p.m., Thursday, December 21, 2017, at the Happy Gas, located at 50 W. Birdie Lane, Magnolia.

While inside the Happy Gas, the victim, a 24 year old Dover woman, became engaged in a verbal altercation with Shaniqua Saunders, 24, also of Dover. After the argument, Saunders exited into the parking lot, with the victim remaining inside the business with an acquaintance, a 37 year old Dover man.

The pair eventually exited the business at which time the victim was again confronted by Saunders, who was waiting in the parking lot. Another verbal altercation ensued and as Saunders walked towards the victim, she produced a black handgun and pointed it at the victim, threatening to shoot her. The male acquaintance intervened, and was able to disarm Saunders, taking possession of the handgun.

Upon Troopers arriving on scene all parties were still present, and Saunders was taken in to custody without incident. A loaded Ruger LCP 9 mm handgun, was recovered from the scene and positively identified as the weapon possessed by Saunders during the altercation. None of the involved parties were injured as a result of the incident.

Saunders was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 3 where she was arrested and formally charged with one count each of: Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon, Aggravated Menacing and Reckless Endangering 1^st Degree.

Saunders was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #7 and released after posting $30,000.00 secured bail.

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: 122317 1850

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Stanton – Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:53 p.m., Saturday, December 23, 2017, on Delaware Park Boulevard in the area of Churchman’s Road (S.R. 4), Newark.

Traffic in the area is not being affected at this time.

The investigation is active and ongoing with further details being released as they become available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 122317 1840

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Dover- On Thursday, December 21, 2017, The Superintendent of the Delaware State Police Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr. and The Delaware State Police K9 Unit recognized the individuals that have made contributions to the K9 Unit this past year.  In 2017, the unit raised over $10,000 to purchase ballistic vests for DSP K9s.  The cost of one vest ranges from $1,000 – $1,500, depending on the level protection and customization of the vest.

Those who contributed to the K9 Unit fund for the purchase of these new vests included:

Brennen Wright a student at Appoquinimink High School.  As part of his senior project he raised funds along with Valerie DeLisle of the DeLisle K9 Officer Safety Foundation to donate ballistic vests for different police departments throughout the state of Delaware. The Veterinary Specialty Center of Delaware donated to Brennen’s project for a vest to specifically be given to DSP.  Another vest that was donated this year was in memory of Sergeant Rodney H. Bond Jr.

Ken and Annmarie Kowrach supported the K9 Unit to show thanks and appreciation on behalf of one of our graduating handlers, Cpl/1 Brian Page (Troop 7).

Heather Stuttard made a donation to the K9 Unit in memory of her beloved German Shepherd, Zak.  She has also made a second donation in memory of her mother, Diane Stuttard, who recently passed away.

Rich DeZao of the St. Polycarps Squire Circle has made annual donations to the K9 Unit for the purchase of ballistic vests.  The Squires have also conducted fundraisers at their church in order to support the Unit.

Crystal Rau conducted a fundraiser earlier in the year specifically to contribute to the purchase of the new vests.

Through all of the support and contributions this year, the unit was able to purchase seven new vests to outfit their K9s!  The vests are crucial to the dog’s safety when responding to potentially lethal incidents, and they will help protect the K9s from gun shots, stabbings, explosives, and blunt force trauma.

The Delaware State Police K9 Unit is extremely thankful for all the assistance and support they have received to help keep their partners safe!

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 122317 1715

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Georgetown – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that has claimed the life of a Virginia man.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:47 p.m., Friday, December 22, 2017, on DuPont Boulevard (U.S. 113) southbound, just north of the intersection with Seashore Highway (S.R. 18), Georgetown.

A 2006 Jaguar S-Type, being operated by a 53 year old Pennsylvania woman, was traveling DuPont Boulevard southbound in the left lane, approaching the intersection with Seashore Highway. Daniel W. Rohde Jr., 75, was on foot, attempting to cross DuPont Boulevard, in an easterly direction and proceeded directly into the path of the Jaguar. The driver was unable to avoid Rohde, and he was in turn struck by the right front bumper of the vehicle, while in the left lane of travel. Rohde was thrown onto the hood and windshield of the vehicle, before falling to the ground, eventually coming to rest in the DuPont Boulevard southbound, right lane. The Jaguar continued southbound, coming to a controlled stop, in the left turn lane.

Rohde, who was wearing dark clothing, had no light and was not utilizing a marked crosswalk, was pronounced dead at the scene by responding EMS. Alcohol does appear to be a factor on his behalf.

The operator of the Jaguar, as well as a 24 year old Pennsylvania man, who was a front seat passenger in the vehicle, were both properly restrained and sustained no injuries as a result of the crash. Neither speed nor impairment are being considered factors on behalf the driver.

The southbound lanes of DuPont Boulevard were closed for approximately 3 hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cpl. A. Mitchell at 302-703-3322. 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: 122317 1500

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The Delaware State Police have concluded an investigation into suspected drug dealing, after the execution of a search warrant, which has resulted in the arrest of two Dover residents.