Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Newark– Delaware State Police are investigating an incident in which a Wilmington man was shot at that occurred late this morning just north of Glasgow.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident happened at approximately 11:53 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, June 6, 2017, as a 28 year old Wilmington man was walking on DE Rt. 896 (South College Avenue) in the area of Executive Drive. It was at this point that the victim was approached by a dark colored vehicle with tinted windows. A male subject in the front passenger seat of the car then fired multiple rounds from an unknown make and model handgun at the victim. The vehicle then left the area and was last seen fleeing in a southbound direction on Rt. 896. The male victim was not injured and could not provide any further information.

This incident is still under investigation by the Delaware State Police. If anyone has any information they are asked to contact Corporal Al Garcia at 302-834-2630. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword “DSP.”

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Released: 060617 1505

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Wilmington (19805)- Delaware State Police are currently investigating the armed robbery of a subject which occurred in the parking lot of a Wilmington area shopping center yesterday afternoon.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident occurred on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at approximately 4:00 p.m., as a male victim was walking in the parking lot of the Canby Park Shopping Center, located at 1904 Maryland Avenue. It was at this time that the victim was approached by two male suspects. One of the suspects displayed an unknown make and model handgun and pointed it at the victim, demanding cash and jewelry. The victim complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over the property to him. Both suspects then fled from the area on foot and were last seen running toward the Alban Park Apartments. The victim was not injured.

The suspect with the gun was described as a black male. He was 5’10” tall, weighed 160-170 lbs., had a muscular build, and was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and navy blue cut-off shorts.

The second suspect was described as a black male. He was 6’00” tall, weighed approximately 160 lbs, had a thin build, and was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and sweatpants.

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, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword “DSP.”

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. 

Released: 060517 0755

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Hockessin- The southbound lanes of SR 48 have been re-opened to traffic. The northbound lanes of the roadway remain closed, however, and commuters should expect slowing in the area.

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Released: 060517 0735

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Hockessin- Delaware State Police are currently investigating a crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer which occurred this morning.

The crash occurred at approximately 6:43 a.m. this morning, Monday, June 5, 2017 near the intersection of SR 48 (Lancaster Pike) and SR 41 (Newport-Gap Pike) and involves an overturned tractor-trailer carrying a load of sand, which subsequently became engulfed in flames.

There were no injuries as a result of the crash, however, the roadway is currently  closed and commuters are asked to avoid the area and find alternate routes of travel.

Released:  060517 0715

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Millsboro- Delaware State Police are currently investigating the robbery of a Millsboro area liquor store that occurred last night.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident happened on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at approximately 9:15 p.m., as a male suspect entered the Gumboro Liquors, located at 38398 Millsboro Highway. The suspect approached the sales counter where he confronted two female clerks implying that he was armed. The suspect then demanded money from the cash register. The clerks, however, refused to comply with the suspect’s demands. The suspect then removed the cash register from the counter and fled from the store. He then entered a dark colored unknown make and model pick-up truck and fled from the parking lot in an unknown direction. There were no injuries.

The suspect was described as an unknown race male. He was 5’05”-5’07” tall, weighed between 150-175 lbs., and was last seen wearing blue jeans, a light colored flannel jacket, sneakers, a dark colored knit cap, and had a bandana covering his face. There is no further physical or clothing description available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact the Troop 4 at 302-856-5850. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword “DSP.”

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. 

Released: 060417 0925

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Ellendale- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate a serious crash which occurred this morning just south of Ellendale.

The initial investigation has determined that the crash happened at approximately 9:25 a.m. this morning, Saturday, June 3, 2017, as Rigoberto Perez-Sanchez, 43, of Bridgeville, was operating a 2015 Toyota Yaris and was stopped in the crossover at the intersection of CR 579 (E. Robbins Road) and US Rt. 113 (N. DuPont Boulevard), attempting to enter the northbound lane of N. DuPont Boulevard. As Perez-Sanchez began to enter onto Rt. 113, he pulled directly into the path of a 1996 Chevrolet pick-up truck which was being operated by a 25-year-old Georgetown woman. The front of the Chevrolet then struck the rear of the Toyota, which forced it off of the east edge of the roadway where it came to rest. The Chevrolet was able to come to a controlled stop on the northbound shoulder of DuPont Boulevard.

Rigoberto Perez-Sanchez, who was properly restrained at the time of the crash, was treated at the scene by Paramedics. He was then transported by ambulance to the Milford Memorial Hospital where he was treated and released with minor injuries.

A 9-year-old male rear seat passenger (son) in the Toyota, who was not properly restrained, was treated at the scene by paramedics before being flown by Delaware State Police Aviation (Trooper 2) to the A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children where he was admitted in critical condition. There were no other injuries.

The northbound lane of DuPont Boulevard was closed for approximately 3 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police. Alcohol or drug use is not being considered as a factor in the crash.

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Released: 060317 1558

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Ellendale- Delaware State Police are currently investigating a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred this morning in Ellendale.

The crash occurred this morning, Saturday, June 3, 2017 at approximately 9:26 a.m. on northbound US Rt. 113 (DuPont Boulevard) south of E. Robins Road. Two vehicles are involved in the crash and there have been serious injuries sustained to at least one occupant. The total number of subjects injured is unknown at this time.

As a result of the crash, the northbound lanes of US Rt. 113 have been closed and commuters are asked to find alternate routes of travel.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police. Further information will be provided at the conclusion of the investigation.

Released: 060317 1158

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Smyrna– Delaware State Police have arrested a Wilmington man who was wanted in connection with the robbery of a Smyrna Wawa which occurred on Wednesday.

Keandre Summers turned himself in at Troop 9, Odessa, yesterday, Friday, June 2nd. He was arraigned at JP Court 2 and committed to the Howard Young Correctional Institution in default of $6000.00 secured bail.

Troopers had obtained warrants charging Summers with Robbery 2nd Degree and Theft  after it was determined that he had committed the robbery of the Wawa located at 5632 S. DuPont Parkway, Smyrna, on Wednesday, May 31, 2017.

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Released:060317 0905

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Dover– The following are not wanted.   This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification.  If you have information that the listed subjects are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword “DSP.”

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Released: 060317 0828

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Millsboro – The Delaware State Police have arrested a Millsboro man following an investigation into an alleged sexual harassment complaint.

The investigation began on Sunday May 28, 2017 when a 25-year-old female victim contacted Troop 7 in Lewes to report a sexual harassment complaint that took place back in the beginning of the month on Tuesday May 2, 2017.  The victim advised she was working at Mid-Sussex Rescue Squad, located on Indian Mission Road, along with three other Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) including Jerry A. Johnson, 46 of Millsboro.  While the four were in an office, a medical call came in and two of the EMTs left the office, leaving Johnson and the victim alone.  At that point, Johnson suggested the female victim lift her shirt up to show him her breasts.  The victim refused and Johnson continued to ask several more times, each time refusing his request.  Feeling uncomfortable, the female left the office and started to walk down a set of stairs to the Crew Room where Johnson followed her.  Once in the Crew Room, Johnson repeatedly asked her to show him her breasts and then grabbed her shirt and pulled it from her waistline, exposing her breasts, and then groped her.  The victim gained her composure and pushed Johnson away before walking away.

The victim made two complaints about the incident to the President of the station on May 23rd and May 28th, but received no response.

On Monday May 29, 2017, Jerry Johnson turned himself in to troopers at Troop 7 and was charged with Unlawful Sexual Contact 3rd and Sexual Harassment.  He was arraigned at JP3 and released on $600.00 unsecured bond.

Please contact Mid-Sussex Rescue Squad for any information regarding his employment.

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. 

Released: 060217 1335

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