Delaware State Police have identified 50-year-old Ugochi Chiaha of Annapolis, Maryland, as the woman who died in a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred Wednesday night in New Castle.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal R. Kunicki by calling 302-365-8417. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday night in Camden.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., troopers responded to South State Street near Spoon Bill Circle for a report of shots fired. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 62-year-old man from Camden was driving in the area when his vehicle was struck by gunfire. Luckily, he was not injured.

At this time, no suspect description is available.

Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues investigating this shooting. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information regarding this case to contact Detective I. Hitchens at (302) 698-8426. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred last night in New Castle that left one woman dead.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 10:36 p.m., a 2012 white Nissan Altima was traveling in the left southbound lane of South Dupont Highway, in the area of 3rd Avenue. At the same time, a pedestrian, who was not wearing reflective clothing or carrying a light, was in the Nissan’s path of travel in the left southbound lane of the highway, just north of the pedestrian crosswalk. Subsequently, the pedestrian was struck by the Nissan.

The pedestrian, a 50-year-old woman from Annapolis, Maryland, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her name is being withheld until her family and relatives are notified.

The driver of the Nissan, a 20-year-old woman from New Castle, Delaware, was not injured.

The roadway was partially closed for approximately 2.5 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal R. Kunicki by calling 302-365-8417. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is investigating a suspicious death after a man was found dead inside a vehicle parked in Rehoboth Beach.

On June 24, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers from the Rehoboth Beach Police Department responded to the 40 block of Olive Avenue for a report of a foul odor coming from a parked vehicle. When officers arrived, they located a grey Mazda CX-5 with Virginia registration legally parked on the street in front of a residence.

When officers checked the vehicle, they found the body of a deceased man inside. The victim’s body was partially covered, making it difficult to see from outside the vehicle.

Due to the circumstances, the Rehoboth Beach Police Department requested the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit to assume the investigation.

The victim was turned over to the Division of Forensic Science for an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death and to confirm his identity.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives ask anyone who saw the victim’s vehicle, noticed suspicious activity in the area, or has relevant information to contact Detective D. Grassi at (302) 365-8441 or daniel.grassi@delaware.gov . Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred late Sunday night in Lewes.

On June 22, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 32000 block of Cea Dag Circle in Dagsboro to check on the welfare of a 49-year-old armed man who made threats to harm himself and his family. The man was identified as Jason Arnold.

While responding, troopers learned that Arnold was driving a black Honda Pilot and was possibly on his way to the family home on Blackwood Drive in Lewes. An officer from the Millsboro Police Department spotted a vehicle matching the description in town limits and attempted a traffic stop. The Honda did not stop, and a pursuit ensued with the assistance of a trooper. The pursuit ended on Blackwood Drive.

The preliminary investigation revealed that after coming to a stop on Blackwood Drive, Arnold got out of the Honda armed with a firearm and began shooting at the officers. The Millsboro officer and the trooper returned fire. Arnold was hit during the exchange but ran into his family’s house on Blackwood Drive.

Over the next several hours, members of the Delaware State Police Special Operations Response Team and the Crisis Management Team attempted to negotiate Arnold’s surrender. Eventually, officers entered the home and found Arnold dead from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been notified.

During the incident, a 69-year-old woman in a neighboring home sustained minor injuries. It is unclear at this time whether her injuries were directly related to the exchange of gunfire. She was treated at a local hospital and released. No other injuries were reported.

Per Delaware State Police standard operating procedures, the trooper involved has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of a use-of-force investigation conducted in conjunction with the Delaware Department of Justice. The Millsboro Police Department officer involved will also follow their departmental protocol.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives ask anyone with relevant information to contact Detective M. Csapo at (302) 741-2729. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. If anyone knows the location of these individuals, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Note: Some of the individuals listed below are also homeless. Their profiles will not be duplicated in the separate homeless sex offender news release, as their wanted status is already reflected here and within their public sex offender registry listing.

The following individuals are not wanted for failing to register or re-register at their current address. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed individuals are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Delaware State Police have identified 64-year-old David Edwards of Camden-Wyoming, Delaware, as the man who died in a fatal motorcycle crash on Tuesday night in Camden.

The Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the crash. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Sergeant J. Wilson at (302) 698-8518. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police continue to investigate the fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash that occurred on Sunday night in Bethel.

In the ensuing investigation, troopers have identified the driver, a 23-year-old woman from Milford, Delaware, and located the 2012 Buick Lacrosse involved in the crash. The driver was arrested for unrelated capias warrants and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution. The investigation is ongoing, and charges related to the crash are pending.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police have identified 46-year-old Paul Ridenour of Felton, Delaware, as the man who died in a fatal motorcycle crash on Monday night in Magnolia.

The Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the crash. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Sergeant J. Wilson at (302) 698-8518. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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 need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.