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Newark – The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a two vehicle crash involving a vehicle that rolled over on Chapman Road at around 7:50 a.m. this morning. The area of the crash is shut down due to a fuel leak. At this time it is unknown how many people are injured and the extent of their injuries.

The eastbound lane of Chapman Road is currently closed in the area of the crash.  Commuters are advised to use caution in the area of the crash as crews are continuing to investigate the collision.

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Bear – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred this afternoon.

The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred around 2:35 p.m. Sunday, June 18, 2017 as a 61 year old female from Newark was operating a 2011 Kia Soul with a 74 year old male passenger, turning left from US 40 westbound onto Glendale Boulevard southbound. This vehicle had the green arrow signal and the right of way. Traffic in the straight lanes of US 40 in both directions were stopped for a red traffic signal. A 2011 Kia Optima was operated by William T. German, 25 of Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania and he was travelling at a reported high rate of speed on the right shoulder of US 40 eastbound. The shoulder became the right turn lane for Glendale Boulevard and William T. German proceeded straight into the intersection against the red light.  The front of the Kia Optima struck the right side of the Kia Soul in the area of the front wheel and passenger door.  Both vehicles traveled eastbound from the collision and the Kia Soul came to a stop on the lanes of US 40 eastbound.  The Kia Optima came to a stop on the grass southeast of the intersection.

The 74 year old male of Newark, was properly restrained and removed from the scene by EMS and transported to the Christiana Hospital where he was pronounced deceased from injuries sustained in this collision. The 61 year old driver was admitted to the ICU at Christiana Hospital with serious injuries. The names are being withheld pending next of kin notification.

William T. German, who was properly restrained, was removed by EMS and transported to the Christiana Hospital where he was admitted with minor injuries. Drugs are suspected on German’s part and he will be charged with vehicular homicide, vehicular assault and DUI upon release from the hospital.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into the crash.   US 40 eastbound at Glendale Boulevard were closed for approximately three hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

**Traffic Advisory** Troopers Investigating Serious Crash-Bear

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Milford, De.- The Delaware State Police at the request of the Milford Police Department is currently conducting a robbery investigation which has resulted in the arrest of two men that occurred late last night.

The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred at approximately 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2017 as troopers, Harrington Police Department and Georgetown Police Department responded to an armed robbery in the unit block of Franklin Street in Milford.

The investigation revealed the victim was sitting in her driveway when two black male suspects approached her vehicle. One suspect attempted to distract the victim while the other pointed a handgun at the victim and demanded her belongings. The suspects then fled with the victim’s purse and other belongings. There were no injuries.

Through a comprehensive area canvass and investigative measures the suspects were located nearby the robbery scene. Kevin M. Carter, 25 of Milford, and Justin J. Cauley, 26 of Dover were identified as the suspects and transported to Troop 3, Camden where they were charged with Robbery 1^st Degree, Conspiracy and Aggravated Menacing. Kevin M. Carter was arraigned before Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution in default of $25,000.00 secured bond. Justin J. Cauley’s arraignment and bond is pending at this time.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident or any inquiries, they are asked to contact the Milford Police Department at (302) 422-8081. 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.”

Released: 061817 1341

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Milford – The Delaware State Police at the request of the Milford Police Department are currently investigating an incident in which a 31-year-old Millsboro man was shot outside a local area apartment building.

The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred on Sunday, June 18, 2017, at approximately 2:00 a.m., as troopers were called to respond to the Bayhealth at Milford Memorial Hospital Emergency Room for the report of a male subject shot in the lower extremity.

Through further investigation, troopers learned the man was shot in the unit block of Linstone Lane, Silverlake Estates Apartments after an argument between two other subjects. As the victim went to see what they were arguing about, an unknown person fired several shots in the area striking the victim. The victim left the scene and drove himself to the hospital where he was treated with non-life threatening injuries. No other individuals were injured as a result of this incident. No suspect description at this time.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident or any inquiries, they are asked to contact the Milford Police Department at (302) 422-8081. 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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Dover – The Delaware State Police are investigating a carjacking that took place this morning in Dover.

 The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred early this morning at around 2:52 a.m. Saturday, June 17, 2017, when a passerby contacted a trooper who was working a traffic assignment at the entrance of Lot 18 north of Persimmon Tree Lane. As the passerby reported a pedestrian had run into the side of a bus, the trooper turned around and observed a white Ford Transit Van traveling south down the gravel road entrance to Lot 18. The van swerved in an east direction and crashed into a fence and then into brush before coming to a stop. Troopers quickly responded to the crash and contacted the occupants of the van to check on them. It was at this time the individuals inside the van advised the driver had stolen the van. As troopers attempted to take the driver into custody he resisted arrest and punched at the troopers. The driver also head butted the side of a marked patrol vehicle causing damage to the vehicle.

The investigation revealed, the driver later identified as Zachary O. Hamilton, 25 of Dickerson, Maryland, punched the female driver of the van after she exited the driver’s seat and then stole the van while six employees of RMC Events were still seated inside the vehicle. The employees in the vehicle attempted to stop Hamilton but were unable and sustained minor injuries.

Hamilton was transported to the Bayhealth Medical Center at Kent General Hospital where it was determined he was under the influence of drugs. An arrest warrant for Hamilton was obtained from Justice of the Peace Court 7 charging him with the following: Carjacking First Degree, Attempt to Commit Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer, Resisting Arrest With Force, Criminal Mischief over $5000, six counts of Reckless Endangering Second Degree, Assault Third Degree, Criminal Mischief over $1000 and Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Drugs.

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New Castle- Delaware State Police have arrested a Newark man following the robbery of a local area gas station.

The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred on Friday, June 16, 2017, at approximately 12:40 p.m., as a white male suspect wearing a white and black striped hooded sweatshirt entered the Super Fuel Gas Station and Convenience Store located at 3006 New Castle Avenue and approached the clerk. The suspect implied he had a weapon and demanded cash. The clerk turned over an undisclosed amount of money to him. The suspect fled from the store in a red Kia Sportage on Memorial Drive. As troopers canvassed the area the suspect vehicle matching the description was observed at a nearby motel unoccupied in the parking lot. Troopers secured the area and observed the suspect attempting to leave and quickly took him into custody without incident.

The suspect was identified as Brandon R. Button, 32 of Newark, and through further investigation troopers located additional evidence linking him to the robbery of the gas station.

Brandon R. Button was transported to Troop 2 where he was arrested and charged with Robbery 2^nd Degree. He was arraigned before Justice of the Peace Court 11 and committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in default of $1000.00 secured bond.

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Bear- Delaware State Police are currently investigating the robbery of a Bear area pharmacy that occurred this morning.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident occurred on Friday, June 16, 2017, as two male suspects entered the Rite Aid located at 701 Governors Place. The suspects went straight to the pharmacy with their faces covered and one suspect displayed an unknown make and model handgun and demanded pills. One of the suspects jumped over the counter and began taking medications off of the shelf. Both suspects then fled the business in an unknown direction. The employee was not injured.

The first suspect was described as a black male. He was approximately 5’08”-5’10” tall, weighed 150-175 lbs., and was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with his face covered armed with an unknown make and model handgun.

The second suspect was described as a black male. He was approximately 5’08” to 5’10” tall, weighed 170-200 lbs., and was last seen with his face covered. 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 Robbery Unit at Troop 2, Glasgow, at 302-365-8566. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword “DSP.”

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Delaware- The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for wanted sex offenders after they failed to register as a sex offender as required by law.

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Terry Smith, 55 of Milton.  Smith, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a white male, 5’07” tall, 135 lbs., with blond hair and blue eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00004257

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Trevine Robinson, 21 of Dagsboro.  Robinson, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a black male, 6’00” tall, 195 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00006161

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Roosevelt Bease, 54 of Seaford.  Bease, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a black male, 5’07” tall, 235 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00003187

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Mark Baker, 19 of Georgetown.  Baker, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a white male, 5’04” tall, 150 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00005895

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Arlys Dotson, 20 of Dover. Dotson, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a white male, 5’10” tall, 150 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00005975

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Dale Ferrell, 65 of Seaford.  Ferrell, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a white male, 5’07” tall, 210 lbs., with gray hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00000094

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Jimmy Barlow, 26 of Dover.  Barlow, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a white male, 5’10” tall, 175 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00004624

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Marcellus Fooks, 48 of Georgetown, a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a black male, 6’00” tall, 210 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00002867

Investigators have obtained a warrant for Ethan Henry, 26 of Laurel,  a Tier 2 (Moderate Risk) sex offender, is a white male, 6’01” tall, 200 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.  Click or copy and paste the link to view profile and download mug shot: https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov/Poster/00002672

The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit are asking anyone who may know the location of the wanted sex offenders to call 302-672-5306. 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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Dover– The following are not wanted.   These are Homeless Sex Offender Public Notifications.  If you have information the listed subject is 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.”

Released: 061617 1611