Wilmington (19802) – Delaware State Police are currently investigating the armed robbery of a North Wilmington convenience store.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. on Tuesday September 26, 2017, at the Country Farms located at 3505 Miller Rd. A male suspect entered the business and confronted a male clerk who was standing behind the sales counter. The suspect then displayed an unknown make and model handgun and demanded money from the cash register. The male clerk complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over an undisclosed amount of money. Once obtaining the money the suspect fled the business in an unknown direction.

The suspect was described as black male 25-27 years of age, approximately 5’11” tall with a thin build. He was last seen wearing a gray colored hooded sweatshirt, light-colored blue jeans and black shoes. He also had a mask covering a portion of his face.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident they are asked to contact Det. Harris of the Troop 2 Robbery Unit at 302-365-8428. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delawarecrimestoppersweb.com

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 092817 2035

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Wilmington (19803) – Delaware State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to identify the subject in these surveillance photographs who was involved in the burglary of a North Wilmington grocery store.

The incident occurred at the Shop Rite located at 1300 Rocky Run Parkway, Wilmington, on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, between the hours of 1:00 and 2:00 a.m. The initial investigation indicated that the suspect entered the business and removed merchandise from various locations throughout the store before fleeing the property in an unknown direction.

The suspect was described as a black male, 30-40 years of age, 6’00” tall with a thin build. The suspect was also described as having a “salt & pepper” colored goatee.

If anyone has information regarding this incident or the identity of the pictured subject they are asked to contact Det. Bridget Harris of the Troop 2 Criminal Investigative Unit at 302-365-8410. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delawarecrimestoppersweb.com

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Released: 101017  1510

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Wilmington (19809) – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues the investigation of a motor vehicle crash which occurred on September 16th and that has claimed the life of a Pennsylvania man.

The investigation thus far has determined that the crash occurred on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at approximately 5:44 p.m., as a 26-year-old Wilmington male was operating a 2011 Volkswagen GTI and was traveling in a westbound direction on Cauffiel Parkway, attempting to cross the northbound lanes of Philadelphia Pike. As the Volkswagen entered the left hand lane of northbound Philadelphia Pike, its left side was struck by a 2014 Honda Accord, which was being operated by Edwin Jamieson, 70, of Aston, PA. After the impact both vehicles came to rest in the southbound lanes of Philadelphia Pike just north of the intersection with Bellevue Parkway.

Edwin Jamieson, who was properly restrained at the time of the crash, was treated at the scene by New Castle County Paramedics. He was then transported by EMS to the Wilmington Hospital where he was admitted for his injuries. He was cited by troopers with Failure to Stop at a Red Light. The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit was  subsequently contacted and advised that Edwin Jamieson succumbed to his injuries at the hospital on Sunday, September 24.

A 70-year-old female passenger in Jamieson’s vehicle, who was also properly restrained at the time of the crash, was treated at the scene by paramedics. She was then transported to the Wilmington Hospital where she was treated for her non-life threatening injuries.

The male operator, and sole occupant of the Volkswagen, was also treated at the scene before being transported to the Wilmington Hospital where he was admitted for his non-life threatening injuries. He was also properly restrained at the time of the crash.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a 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 1-800-VICTIM-1. (1-800-842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@delaware.gov.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Released: 092817 1435

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Wilmington (19801) – Delaware State Police have arrested a New Castle man and charged him in connection with the serious assault of a male subject which occurred at an area motel last weekend.

The initial investigation began on Saturday, September 23, 2017, at approximately 6:45 p.m. after troopers observed an argument occurring between a male and a female in the area of the Fairview Inn, located at 1051 S. Market Street. As troopers intervened, they learned that the two subjects were arguing over the assault of a 48-year-old male which had just occurred at the motel. Troopers further learned that the male victim had been involved in a verbal altercation with a second male, later identified as Jordan R. Slevin, 27, of New Castle. After the verbal altercation, Slevin and the victim separated, however, a short time later, Slevin approached the victim from behind and proceeded to strike him in the head several times with a metal pipe. Slevin then removed a cell phone from one of the victim’s pants pockets before fleeing on foot in an unknown direction.

The 48-year-old victim was treated at the scene by New Castle County Paramedics before being transported by EMS to the Christiana Hospital where he was treated for his serious injuries.

After further investigation, which included interviews and the examination of video surveillance footage, troopers were able to positively identify Jordan Slevin as the suspect and obtained warrants charging him with Assault 1st Degree, Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony, and Theft.

On Monday, September 25, 2017, Jordan Slevin turned himself in to detectives at Troop 2. He was arraigned at JP Court 11 and committed to the Howard Young Correctional Institution in default of $40,500.00 secured bail.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Released: 092817 1220

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Magnolia – The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery of an area liquor store.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:45 p.m., Wednesday September 27, 2017, as a male subject entered the Woodside Liquors, located at 1307 Peachtree Run, armed with a handgun.  The suspect pointed the gun at an adult male customer that was leaving the store and told him to leave.  The suspect then confronted the female employee at the counter and demanded cash.  The clerk complied with the demand and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash before the suspect exited the store and ran in a northerly direction.  The customer and employee were not injured.

The suspect was described as black male, 5’10”-6’00” tall, 180-200lbs.  He was last seen wearing jeans, black shoes, a black jacket, gloves and a hat. (No further physical or clothing description).  Armed with an unknown type handgun.

No surveillance photo available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Detective J. Callini at 302-698-8503. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Released: 092817 1100

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Sussex County – The Delaware State Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a wanted subject in connection with various thefts and burglaries.

Clyde Campbell, 28 of Harbeson, is wanted for three counts of Burglary 2nd, Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Conspiracy 2nd, Selling Stolen Property, four counts of Theft, two counts of Criminal Mischief, and Falsifying a Business Document.

If anyone has any information in reference to Clyde Campbell’s whereabouts, they are asked to contact Detective T. Powell at 302-752-3807.  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 Gary Fournier

Released: 092717 1740

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Bridgeville – A Bridgeville man was arrested for illegal drug possession after heroin and cocaine were located during a traffic stop.

The incident occurred around 11:39 a.m. Tuesday September 26, 2017 as a trooper on patrol in the area of North Mill Park Drive observed a tan Chevrolet Caprice stopped in the roadway with a subject standing at the driver’s side window.  The trooper observed the operator not wearing a seatbelt as the car started to drive away, and after making a U-turn the trooper was able to perform a traffic stop.  Willie W. Massey, 33 of Bridgeville, was contacted as he exited his vehicle and a computer check revealed his driver’s license was suspended and he had two capiases out of Sussex County courts.  A search of where Massey was standing once he exited the vehicle revealed numerous bundles of suspected heroin and a bag of suspected crack cocaine.  Upon arriving back at Troop 5, Massey was removed from the rear seat of the patrol vehicle and more bundles of heroin were located on the seat.  In total, 221 bags (1.547 grams) of heroin, 13.51 grams of crack cocaine, and more than $2,100.00 in suspected drug proceeds were seized.

Willie Massie was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Crack Cocaine), Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Possession of a Controlled Substance (Crack Cocaine), Possession of a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Tampering with Physical Evidence, two counts of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving While Suspended or Revoked, Failure to Insurance in Possession, Stopping in Roadway, along with other traffic related offenses.  He was arraigned at JP2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $45,602.00 secure bond.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Released: 092717 1725

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Pike Creek – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit has identified the 74-year-old woman who was killed in the two vehicle crash on DE Rt. 7 at New Linden Hill Road yesterday morning, September 26, 2017, as Kathleen P. Yearick.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police. Investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash to contact Master Corporal Joseph Aube at 302-365-8483. 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 Jeffrey R. Hale

Released: 092717 0755

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New Castle – Delaware State Police are currently investigating the armed robbery of a female which occurred in the parking lot of an area Walmart.

The investigation thus far has determined that the incident occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Monday, September 25, 2017, as a female customer of the Walmart, located at 117 Wilton Boulevard, New Castle, was entering the driver’s seat of her car which was parked in the lot. It was at this time that a male suspect approached the victim’s car and prevented her from closing the driver’s side door. He then displayed a handgun and demanded money from her. The suspect then inappropriately touched the female before removing an undisclosed amount of money from her wallet as well as her cell phone. He then fled on foot in an unknown direction. The victim was not injured.

The suspect was described as a black male approximately 25 years of age. He was 5’06” tall and was last seen wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and black jeans. There is no further physical or clothing description available.

No video surveillance photos are available at this time.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact the Robbery Unit at Troop 2 at 302-365-8566. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Released: 092617 1810

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Millville – Delaware State Police Troop 4 along with Senator Hocker will be holding a Community Café on Friday, September 29, 2017. The event will be from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at the Millville Town Hall located at 36404 Club House Road, Millville, DE 19967.  The Community Café will have Troop 4 Administration and the Community Outreach Officer 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.

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

Released: 092617 1601

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