Dagsboro – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred earlier today .

The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred at approximately  11:03 a.m. Tuesday,  November 7, 2017, as a 31-year-old Millsboro man was operating a 2008 Honda CRF 450 dirt bike traveling northbound on the southbound shoulder of Dupont Boulevard (US 113), approaching a private driveway exiting the Del-One Federal Credit Union (FCU).  A 1994 Buick Century operated by a 46-year-old female from Frankford was exiting the Del-One FCU parking lot, preparing to merge into the southbound travel lanes.

As the Buick was exiting, the Honda approached on the shoulder at a high rate of speed. In an effort to avoid the collision, the driver of the Honda attempted to lay the bike down; however it collided with the right front side of the Buick on the shoulder. The operator of the Buick was able to come to a controlled stop almost immediately.  The Honda was redirected and came to rest off of the west side of the roadway.  The driver of the Honda came to rest in the right lane of US 113.

The operator of the Buick who was properly restrained, was removed from the scene and transported by EMS to Atlantic General Hospital where she was admitted with minor injuries.

The operator of the Honda was removed from the scene and transported by EMS to Beebe Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into the crash.  Southbound Dupont Boulevard (US 113), south of Molly Field Road was closed for approximately 3½ hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.  No charges have been filed at this time.

*TRAFFIC ADVISORY* Troopers Investigating Motor Vehicle Crash-Dagsboro

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: 110717 1627

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Newark (19713) – Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a serious motor vehicle crash on E. Chestnut Hill Road (DE Rt. 4) in the area of Todds Lane, Newark. East Chestnut Hill Rd. is closed between Salem Church Road and Pearson Lane.

Expect prolonged delays in the area and please seek alternate routes of travel

For updated traffic conditions and road closure information log onto: http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories

Further details regarding the crash will be released as they become available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 110717 1524

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Milton– The Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in connection with a residential burglary.

This incident occurred around 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 23, 2017 in the 100 block of Vega Way, Cave Colony.  The suspect depicted in the surveillance photos entered the residence through a side door and once inside stole several items.

If anyone has any information in reference to the identity of this individual, they are asked to contact Detective K. Wideman at 302-752-3832.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110717 1423

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Dover– The Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a crash on northbound State Route 1 in the area of exit 91.

The incident occurred around 12:39 p.m. Tuesday, November 7, 2017 on State Route 1 northbound in the area of exit 91 (Kitts Hummock Road).  It has been reported that the accident includes a tractor trailer and a vehicle.  It is unknown if there is reports of injuries at this time.

State Route 1 northbound in the area of exit 91 is currently closed.  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: 110717 1337

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Dagsboro – The Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a serious crash on Dupont Boulevard (US113) in the area of Parker Lane.

The incident occurred around 11:03 a.m. Tuesday,  November 7, 2017 US113 southbound in the area of Parker Lane.  Injuries have been reported in the crash, however, the exact number and extent of the injuries is unknown at this time.

US113 southbound lanes have been completely shut down in the area of Parker Lane.  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: 110717 1154

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Rehoboth Beach – The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery of a gas station that occurred last evening.

The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred around 7:05 p.m. Monday, November 6, 2017, as a male subject armed with a sharp instrument entered the Valero Gas Station located at 20880 Coastal Hwy Rehoboth Beach, DE . The suspect approached the clerk at the counter and demanded cash from the register. The employee complied with the suspect’s demands and the suspect was able to remove an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect fled the store in an unknown direction. The clerk was not injured.

The suspect is described a black male approximately 5’4” to 5’6” tall, wearing dark colored clothing, and armed with a sharp instrument. (no further physical or clothing description available).

No surveillance photos are available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Troop 4 Major Crimes Unit at 302-856-5850 or Detective D. Cathell at 302-752-3793. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110717 1045

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Bridgeville – The Delaware State Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a wanted subject in connection with a vehicle pursuit.

The incident occurred on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at approximately 6:28 p.m. when a trooper attempted to stop a vehicle traveling Northbound on Coverdale Road north of Hastings Farm Road.  A pursuit ensued and ended when the suspect vehicle struck a utility pole at Fisherman’s Bridge.  The suspect took off on foot and through further investigation was identified as Donshell T Weston, 32 of Seaford.  Weston is currently wanted for Possession of  a Controlled Substance, Disregarding a Police Officer Signal, Resisting Arrest, and other traffic related charges.

If anyone has any information in reference to Donshell Weston’s whereabouts, they are asked to contact TFC. E. Eschbach at 302-337-1090.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110617 2032

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Dover– The Delaware State Police are currently investigating an incident in which shots were fired at Jazzy Jay’s Soul Food Café.

The incident occurred around 12:18 a.m. Sunday,  November 5, 2017 as troopers, along with officers from Cheswold Police Department and Smyrna Police Department responded to Jazzy Jay’s Soul Food Café located at 5409 North DuPont Highway for a report of a large crowd with shots being fired in the area.  When units arrived, the majority of the crowd had dispersed.  Several witnesses were interviewed and confirmed that shots were heard coming from the parking lot of the business, however they were unable to provide any suspect information.  No victims have been identified and there have been no reports of injury stemming from this incident.

This case remains under investigation and the Delaware State Police is requesting any information regarding this incident to contact Lt. G. Windish at 302-697-4454 or 302-698-8453. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110617 1420

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Millsboro– Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to locate a wanted suspect in reference to a stolen motor vehicle.

The incident occurred on Saturday, November 4, 2017, at approximately 2:18 a.m. when a trooper was patrolling the area of John J. Williams Highway and Banks Road in Millsboro, DE in reference to attempting to locate a stolen motor vehicle out of Millsboro Police Department. The stolen vehicle, a beige 1998 Toyota Avalon was located by the trooper traveling on eastbound John J. Williams Highway and brief pursuit ensued. The vehicle then came to a stop at the entrance to Holly Lake Campground, when the operator jumped out and fled on foot into the camp ground area.

Through the initial investigation, the suspect was identified as 32-year-old, Daniel V. Berquist of Fredericksburg, VA.  Upon further investigation, it has been determined that Berquist is not in fact the suspect that was involved in this incident, although, Berquist is wanted out of Justice of the Peace Court 4 on an unrelated capias.  This case remains under investigation.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is asked to please contact Corporal K. Haley at (302)-644-5020.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 110617  0932
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Milton- The Delaware State Police are currently on scene of a motor vehicle crash on Broadkill Road (Rt. 16) west of Coastal Highway.

The initial investigation has determined the crash occurred at approximately 8:03 a.m. this morning, Monday, November 6, 2017 and involves a single overturned dump truck. As a result of the crash debris from the truck have spilled over the roadway, causing Broadkill Road west of Coastal Highway to be shut down.  No known injuries at this time.

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: 110617 0852
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