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

Dover- Wednesday May 3, 2017, the Delaware State Police will conduct their annual Police Memorial Service at the Delaware State Police Training Academy, located at 1441 North DuPont Highway. The service will begin at 9:30 a.m.

Fellow Troopers, Family members, Relatives, and Friends will gather to remember those Troopers who have made the “Ultimate Sacrifice” in service to the State of Delaware.  Twenty Four, (24) Troopers have lost their lives in the line of duty since 1923.

Governor John C. Carney Jr., Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long, Attorney General Matthew Denn, Secretary Robert M. Coupe Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Colonel Nathaniel McQueen Jr., Superintendent of  the Delaware State Police, Lieutenant Thomas Brackin President of the Delaware State Troopers Association and Mrs. Eleanor Allione will be in attendance and provide remarks.

This event is open to the media.

Release: 050217 1601

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

Wilmington (19808)- Delaware State Police are currently investigating the robbery of a Wilmington area gas station that occurred last night.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident occurred last night, Monday, May 1, 2017 at approximately 9:35 p.m., as a male suspect entered the Star Gas and Diesel, located at 3927 Kirkwood Highway. The suspect approached the sales counter where he then displayed a knife and confronted a male clerk. The suspect then demanded money from the cash register. The clerk complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash to him. The suspect then exited the store and was last seen fleeing on foot towards Evelyn Drive. The clerk was not injured.

The suspect was described as a white male. He was 5’10”-6’02” tall, weighed 160-180 lbs., and was last seen wearing a dark blue hooded sweatshirt, black pants, dark shoes, and had a mask partially covering his face.

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.”

Released: 050217 1510

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

New Castle (19720) – Delaware State Police have arrested a New Castle teen and charged him in connection with a strong arm robbery that occurred in a shopping center parking lot yesterday evening.

The investigation began on Monday, May 1, 2017 at approximately 6:04 p.m., after troopers were called to respond to the parking lot of the Rambleton Center, located at 135 Christiana Road for the report of a robbery. Upon their arrival, responding troopers learned that a 32 year old female victim had responded to the shopping center lot in order to conduct the sale of a cellular phone that she had arranged online. As the victim parked her car, she was approached by a male subject, later identified as Zamad McMillian, 16, of New Castle, who entered the passenger side of the car. While discussing the sale, McMillian attempted to grab the phone from the victim. A brief struggle then ensued, at which time McMillian implied to the victim that he was armed. McMillian was then able to obtain the phone and exit the vehicle. He was last seen fleeing on foot toward the Rambleton Acres development. The victim was not inured.

After reviewing video surveillance footage from area businesses and other investigative means, troopers were able to locate Zamad McMillian’s address located nearby and took him into custody without incident. Troopers were also able to recover the stolen phone.

Zahmad McMillian was transported to Troop 2 where he was arrested and charged with Robbery 1st degree. He was arraigned at JP Court 11 and released on $5000.00 unsecured bail.

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. 

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Released: 050217 1430

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Angola/Long Neck – The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit is currently investigating two separate robberies involving what appears to be the same suspect.

The first incident occurred around 9:40 p.m. Monday May 1, 2017 when a male subject, with a mask covering his face, entered the Angola Shore Stop, located at 20701 John J. Williams Highway, and approached the clerk at the counter.  The suspect demanded money from the register, but the clerk refused and the suspect fled the business south on Camp Arrowhead Road without any cash.  The clerk was uninjured.

Approximately 45 minutes later and five miles away, a 9-1-1 call was received from the Long Neck Dash In, located at 24851 John J. Williams Highway, stating a male subject had entered the business armed with an unknown type handgun and demanded cash from the clerk.  The employee complied with the demand and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash before the suspect fled southbound behind the building.  The store employee was uninjured.

The suspect in both incidents is described as a white male, 5’07” – 5’10” tall, wearing a dark colored sweatshirt and pants, armed with an unknown type handgun (no further clothing or physical description).

No surveillance photos available at this time.

If anyone has any information in reference to either of these incidents, they are asked to contact the Detective K. Archer at 302-752-3791. 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: 050217 0935

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Dover – The Delaware State Police Drug Unit is requesting assistance in locating Kenneth L Holland, 46 of Dover, who is wanted for Possession of Heroin, Possession with Intent to Deliver Heroin, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Holland is wanted in connection with a drug investigation involving the sale of heroin throughout Kent County.

If anyone has any information in reference to Kenneth Holland’s whereabouts, they are asked to contact the Troop 3 Drug Unit at 302-698-8452. 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: 050217 0600

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Dover – Detectives with Delaware State Police Major Crimes Unit are currently investigating the death of a 16 month old male that occurred early Sunday morning.

Around 3:46 a.m. Sunday April 30, 2017, troopers were dispatched to Bayhealth Kent General Hospital in Dover after a 16 month old male was brought in by his parents unresponsive.  Lifesaving measures were taken to revive the young child, but he was eventually pronounced dead at 3:54 a.m.  The child was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science to determine the exact cause and manner of death.

Detectives are continuing their investigation into this incident and more details will be released as they become available.

Released: 050217 0600

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Felton – Troopers are investigating a robbery of the Canterbury Shore Stop that occurred early this morning.

The incident occurred around 2:02 a.m. Sunday April 30, 2017, when a male suspect entered the convenience store, located at 8953 South DuPont Highway, then approached the employee at the counter and implied he was armed with an unknown type handgun.  The suspect demanded cash and the clerk complied and turned over an undisclosed amount of currency.  The male then fled the business in a northerly direction.  The employee was uninjured in this incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, wearing a dark colored coat, and black and white checkered pants (No further physical or clothing description).  Armed with an unknown type handgun.

Surveillance photo attached.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Detective J. Buzzuro at 302-698-8502. 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: 043017 1945

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Bridgeville – The Delaware State Police are investigating a serious motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle that occurred mid-morning Saturday.

The incident occurred around 10:20 a.m. Saturday April 29, 2017 as a 72-year-old male was operating a 2015 Harley-Davidson motorcycle eastbound on Newton Road negotiating a slight right curve just east of Adams Road.  A 2012 Cadillac CTS was traveling westbound on Newton Road approaching the motorcycle while negotiating the same curve to the left.  For unknown reasons, the motorcycle crossed the center line of the road and struck the left side of the Cadillac in the west bound lane.  After impact, the motorcyclist and motorcycle slid on the left side and came to a stop in the westbound lane.  The Cadillac came to a controlled stop on the westbound shoulder, just east of Adams Road.

The 72-year-old motorcyclist was wearing an approved D.O.T. helmet and was airlifted to Christiana Medical Center where he is listed in serious but stable condition.

The adult male operator of the Cadillac and his adult male passenger were properly restrained and uninjured.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into this incident.  Alcohol does not appear to be a factor in this case for either driver.  Newton Road between Adams Road and US13 was closed for approximately three and a half hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

Released: 042917 1815

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary E. Fournier

Dover– The following are not wanted.   This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification.  If you have information that any of 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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