Troopers Investigating Shots Fired Complaint-North Wilmington

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Wilmington (19810) – Delaware State Police are currently investigating an incident in which shots were fired at an unoccupied vehicle in the parking lot of a Naamans Road tavern.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:10 a.m., Friday, November 11, 2017, when Troopers responded to Famous Jack’s Tavern, located at 3100 Naamans Road, Wilmington, for a report of shots fired.

Upon arrival Troopers discovered a silver Nissan Versa parked in the lot, unoccupied, with damaged windows, that appeared to be the result of gunshots. Multiple spent shell casings were also observed on the pavement in the lot.

There are no known injuries related to this incident at this time however the investigation is active and ongoing.

If anyone has information regarding this incident they are asked to contact Detective S. Rizzo at Troop 2 by calling 302-365-8440. 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, Mater Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 111317 1508

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Delaware State Police Troop 2 to Host Community Café – New Castle

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New Castle – Delaware State Police Troop 2  will be holding a Community Café on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. The event will start at 10:00 a.m. and will be held at Sunset Restaurant BBQ and Crabs, located at 3007 New Castle Avenue, New Castle.  The Community Café will have Troop 2 Administration 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.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 111317 1457

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Delaware State Police on Nexdoor.com: Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Last year, the Delaware State Police partnered with Nexdoor.com, a free, secure and private social network for neighborhoods. Since then we have more than tripled our membership with 75,854 total members, 2,872 newest members within the past 30 days with 33,007 posts with over 1,800 crime and safety posts. This website has enabled the Delaware State Police to enhance communications with the neighborhoods we serve.

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The Delaware State Police is the first State Police agency in the country to utilize Nexdoor.com, which has been a first-rate networking tool used to help foster neighbor-to-neighbor communications. Troops throughout the state use this social media platform so neighbors across the state will be able to work together to increase safety and strengthen virtual neighborhood watch programs.

The Delaware State Police has used this website to inform members on Public Service Announcements like; Fraud Alerts, Bicyclist Safety, Pedestrian Safety, School Safety Tips, Deer Crash Safety, Holiday Safety Tips, Theft Prevention Tips and Alerts of Increased Thefts from specific geographical areas in the state. Other uses include announcements for the Citizen’s Police Academy, Community Outreach Initiatives like our Community Cafés, Donation Drives, Cold Weather Coat Initiatives, Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs Program, Burglary Arrests, Identify Theft Suspects, Community Night-Out Against Drugs and Crime, Back the Blue Events and Troop Commander Announcements to name a few.

One feature is the forwarding of Crime & Safety Posts to law enforcement. If you have an active law enforcement agency, such as the Delaware State Police using Nexdoor.com you may have the ability to forward your Crime & Safety posts and urgent alerts.

We encourage others to visit and research the website www.nextdoor.com and simply follow the easy steps to log in and after establishing their very own website visit help.nextdoor.com for any questions or concerns.

Please note Nextdoor.com is not the way to request emergency services, police services, report in-progress criminal or suspicious activity, file a report, etc. If you require emergency services, please call 911.

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We look forward to the continued use of Nextdoor.com to build stronger and safer neighborhoods and to provide excellent law enforcement services throughout Delaware.

“The mission of the Delaware State Police is to enhance the quality of life for all Delaware citizens and visitors by providing professional, competent and compassionate law enforcement services.”

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**Traffic Advisory** State Police Investigating Crash-Seaford

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Seaford– The Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a crash at the intersection of Wesley Church Road and Cannon Road.

The incident occurred around 1:31 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2017 at the intersection of Wesley Church Road and Cannon Road. It has been reported that there are injuries, however the number and extent is unknown at this time.

Commuters should expect delays in the area and find alternate routes of travel.

Further details will be released upon the conclusion of the investigation.

Please follow the Real Time Travel Advisories through DelDOT to get updates on the road opening by clicking: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 111317 1413

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Troopers Investigating Crash Involving a Horse and Buggy-Hartly

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Hartly– The Delaware State Police is investigating a crash that occurred earlier this morning involving a horse and buggy.

The incident occurred around 7:21 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2017 as a 25-year-old female from Hartly was operating a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox southbound on Pearsons Corner Road just South of Yoder Drive.  A horse and buggy driven by a 51-year-old man from Dover was traveling directly in front of the Equinox and was subsequently struck in the rear.  The horse fled the scene, however was located uninjured on a nearby farm.

The operator of the Equinox was identified as Lauren Nickerson, was properly restrained and not injured.  Nickerson was issued a traffic citation for Careless Driving.

The 51-year-old man was removed from the scene by EMS and transported to Bayhealth Kent General Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 111317 1224

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Statewide Enforcement Checkpoints Aim to Reduce DUI-Related Crashes and Fatalities

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Delaware – The Delaware State Police and the Office of Highway Safety (OHS) in partnership with local law enforcement agencies are committed to improving the safety of Delaware’s motoring public. On Saturday, November 4, 2017, more than 50 law enforcement officers from across Delaware assembled at several locations in all three counties to conduct statewide impaired driving checkpoints. The focus was on behavioral traffic safety issues such as impaired driving, seat belt use, speeding, child passenger safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, motorcycle safety, and teen driving issues.

A total of 1,165 vehicles went through the checkpoints. Of those, 19 drivers were detained for further investigation, eight were drug arrests, one DUI arrest, 10 Seatbelt arrests, one cell phone arrest, three wanted person apprehensions, and 18 other traffic arrests.

Checkpoint Strikeforce is a regional sobriety checkpoint campaign aimed at arresting DUI offenders by using high visibility enforcement to deter those who would otherwise choose to drink and drive. In 2017, there have been 3,230 DUI arrests statewide and 24 confirmed fatalities related to impaired driving as of November 2017. The Delaware State Police have teamed up with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety and local law enforcement agencies across the state to coordinate the multi-jurisdictional DUI checkpoints for a safer Delaware.

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FAQs on life after a DUI can be found at http://www.arrivealive.com/Drive-Sober/FAQs

The link to OHS’ website about driving sober, DUI fatalities and arrests is http://www.arrivealivede.com/DriveSober

For more information on impaired driving visit http://www.nhtsa.gov/Impaired

Presented by the Director of Public Information, Sergeant Richard D. Bratz

 

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**Update #3-Arrest Made** Troopers Seek Public’s Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspect

 

The Delaware State Police Major Crimes Unit has arrested Cody B. Reeves, 24 of Rehoboth Beach in connection with multiple armed robberies and other non-related charges.

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*Update* Troopers Seek Public’s Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspect-Rehoboth Beach

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

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Troopers Arrest Pennsylvania Man for Bank Robbery

Wilmington (19808) – Delaware State Police detectives have arrested an Oxford, Pennsylvania man in connection with a Wilmington area bank robbery.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:57 p.m., Friday, November 10, 2017, at the Bank of America, located at 2074 Limestone Road, Wilmington, when a subject, later identified as Donald L. Robb, 40, of Oxford Pennsylvania, entered the bank and provided a demand note to a 25 year old, female, teller.

The demand note stated that he was armed with an explosive device, and also instructed the teller to place money into a bag. The teller complied and turned over an undisclosed amount of money to Robb, who then exited the bank.

There were no injuries as a result of the incident.

Through a variety of investigative measures, detectives were able to obtain a detailed description of Robb. They were also able to identify a dark colored Mitsubishi Eclipse with distinctive identifiers, as a possible suspect vehicle.

While canvassing the area, detectives located a Mitsubishi Eclipse, matching the description of the suspect vehicle in the parking lot of the Delaware Park Casino. Detectives also observed a subject inside the casino who matched the description of Robb. As Robb exited the casino and returned to the Mitsubishi he was taken into custody without incident. A subsequent search of Robb produced evidence further linking him to the robbery.

Robb was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 2 where he was arrested and formally charged with one count of Robbery 1st Degree. Robb was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court #11 and released on $500.00 unsecured bond.

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: 111217 1000

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Family Members Assaulted and Robbed-Lincoln

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Lincoln- Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a mother and son which occurred in front of their Lincoln area home.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:15 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2017 at a residence in the unit block of Swiggetts Mill Road, Lincoln. A 27 year old male, and his 44 year old mother were standing in the front yard of their residence when they were approached by two subjects, who immediately began assaulting the male. During the course of the assault the subjects removed his wallet which contained an undisclosed amount of money. The mother attempted to intervene, at which time she was also assaulted. After obtaining the wallet both subjects fled on foot towards Fleatown Road.

Both victims were transported to Milford Memorial Hospital, where they were treated for minor injuries and released.

The suspects could only be described as males, wearing all dark clothing, with covered faces.

If anyone has information regarding this incident they are asked to contact Troop 7 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 Michael Austin

Released: 111117 1804

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Troopers Make Arrest in New Castle County Burglary Spree

Newark – Delaware State Police have arrested a Wilmington man for a string of burglaries which occurred over a two month time period at businesses throughout New Castle County.

Troop 2 detectives have arrested Eric Jackson, 44, of Wilmington, in connection with multiple burglaries at businesses located in North Wilmington, Bear, Glasgow and Middletown. The incidents occurred between September 13 and November 8, 2017. In each of the incidents Jackson would break a window with a blunt object to gain access, and then once inside,would target large quantities of cigarettes and lottery tickets.

Through various investigative measures and leads, detectives were able to confirm that the same suspect was responsible for each burglary. Detectives were also able to develop and positively identify a Toyota RAV 4, as a suspect vehicle.

On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 detectives were able to locate the Toyota in the area of the BP gas station located at 1923 Pulaski Highway, Bear, which was the most recent business to be burglarized. They then observed a black male, who was positively identified as Jackson, walk towards the vehicle. Contact was made with Jackson and he was taken into custody without incident. A subsequent search of the Toyota produced further evidence linking him to the burglaries.

In addition to the above Pulaski Highway BP gas station the following businesses were also burglarized.

  • Shop Rite 1300 Rocky Run Parkway, Wilmington
  • Dollar General 1605 Red Lion Road, Bear
  • Valero gas station 4434 Summit Bridge Road, Middletown
  • BP gas station 2360 Pulaski Highway, Glasgow

Jackson was transported to Troop 2 where he was arrested and charged with seven counts of Burglary 3rd Degree, two counts of Theft Under $1500.00 and three counts of Theft Over $1500.00. As well as four counts each of Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony, Possession of Burglary Tools and Criminal Mischief.

Jackson was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #2 and subsequently committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in lieu of $59,000.00 secured bond.

 

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 Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 111117 1446

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