Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Selbyville – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a crash in which a pedestrian was struck last night northeast of Selbyville.

The incident occurred around 7:07 p.m., Saturday January 14, 2017 as Walter S. Stolz, 78 of Ocean Pines, Maryland was operating a 2016 Lexus ES 250 southbound on Hudson Road, approaching the intersection at Bixler Road. Geralynn N. Ober, 49 of Millville was standing in the roadway speaking with the operator of a separate unknown vehicle which was stopped in the northbound lane.  As the Lexus approached, Ober moved away from the stopped vehicle, but did so directly into the path of the southbound vehicle. Walter Stolz was unable to avoid striking the pedestrian, and struck her with the right front of his vehicle in the southbound travel lane.  Geralynn Ober was projected forward and landed just off the west edge of roadway in the grass. Stolz was able to bring is vehicle to a controlled stop just south of the impact.

Geralynn Ober, who was not wearing any reflective clothing or carrying a flashlight, was removed from the scene by EMS and transported to Peninsula Regional Medical Center where she is currently admitted in critical condition.

Walter Stolz was properly restrained and uninjured in the crash.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into this incident.  Poor weather conditions (rain) and an unlit roadway may also have been contributing factors in this case.  Hudson Road north of Bixler Road was closed for approximately three hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

Released: 011517 1300

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Georgetown– The Delaware State Police are releasing the name of the bicyclist involved in Friday evenings crash as Coleman C. Lauterbach, 62 of Georgetown.  He is still listed in critical condition at Christiana Medical Center.

The investigation is on-going.

Released: 011517 1225

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State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit Investigating Serious Crash in Georgetown

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Georgetown– At the request of the Georgetown Police Department, the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a serious crash involving a bicyclist that occurred late Friday afternoon.

The incident occurred around 5:35 p.m. Friday January 13, 2017 as Chelsea A. Rohrbach, 24 of Mohnton, Pennsylvania, was operating a 2009 MINI Cooper westbound on East Market Street, west of Burton Street within the town limits of Georgetown. A 62-year-old Georgetown man was riding his bicycle in the same area and crossed perpendicularly in front of the MINI when he was struck on the left side of the bicycle by the car, causing him to fall from the bike and land in the eastbound lane.  The MINI was able to come to a controlled stop after the impact.

The 62-year-old male, who was not wearing a helmet, was airlifted from the scene by Delaware State Police Aviation and transported to Christiana Medical Center where he is currently admitted in critical condition.  His name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Chelsea Rohrbach was properly restrained and uninjured in the crash.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into this incident.  If anyone may have witnessed this crash, they are asked to contact Corporal N. Demalto of the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 302-703-3267. 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: 011417 1425

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

The incident occurred around 2:20 a.m. Sunday January 15, 2017, when a male suspect entered the convenience store located at 8953 South DuPont Highway and approached the male employee at the counter 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 an unknown direction.  The employee was uninjured in this incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, 5’09”-5’10” tall, 180-185 lbs., wearing a light colored sweatshirt, blue jeans, and tan shoes (No further physical or clothing description).  Armed with an unknown type handgun.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Troop 3 Major Crimes Unit at 302-697-2104. 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: 011517 0840

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Selbyville – The Delaware State Police have obtained additional warrants for Tanner C. McElwee for Burglary 1st and two counts of Reckless Endangering after an incident occurred in Selbyville.

Troopers were called to the 11000 block of Signature Boulevard, Americana Bayside, around 10:45 p.m. Saturday January 14, 2017, for a report of gunshots being fired. Upon their arrival it was determined that Tanner McElwee and Andrew Mudry had broken into an apartment over a garage and ransacked the interior.  The occupant of the apartment was not home at the time, but when the 15-year-old brother of the victim went to investigate and call 9-1-1, he and a 16-year-old friend were confronted by McElwee and Mudry at the bottom of the steps to the apartment.  It was at that time that McElwee pulled a handgun from his waistband and fired one round at the two juveniles, striking the exterior of the garage where they were standing.  The two young victims then sought cover back inside the apartment until troopers arrived.  The 15-year-old and 16-year-old were uninjured in this incident.  McElwee and Mudry then fled the area in an unknown direction.

It is believed the two may be operating a grey Honda Civic with a large dent on the side with unknown registration.

Tanner McElwee and Andrew Mudry should be considered armed and dangerous. If anyone should come into contact with them or know their whereabouts, they are asked to contact 9-1-1 immediately. 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: 011517 0810

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Trooper Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Wanted Subjects

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Dover – The Delaware State Police are requesting assistance in locating Andrew Mudry, 19 of Dover, and Tanner C. McElwee, 18 of Wilmington, who are wanted for numerous counts of Felony Theft, Criminal Trespass, and Conspiracy.

Through investigations dating back to October of 2016, Mudry and McElwee have been involved in various crimes of theft from motor vehicles in the Smyrna, Clayton, and Kenton areas.  They two may be living at various locations throughout the state.

If anyone has any information in reference to either Andrew Mudry’s or Tanner McElwee’s whereabouts, they are asked to contact Detective A. Goode at 302-698-8517. 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: 011417 1510

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Milford – Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery of the Spring Hill area gas station that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:34 p.m., Saturday January 14, 2017, as two male suspects, one armed with an unknown type handgun, the other armed with an unknown type shotgun, entered the Valero gas station, located at 1885 Bay Road. They approached a store employee and demanded cash from a safe.  When clerk was unable to open the safe, the suspects demanded cash from the register.  The employee complied with the demand and turned over an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspects then exited the store and entered an unknown type vehicle on Cicada Lane before fleeing southbound on Bay Road (SR1).  The clerk was not injured.

The first suspect was described as black male approximately 5’6″, thin build wearing black pants with a black hooded sweatshirt and a bandanna covering his face (No further physical or clothing description). Armed with an unknown type handgun.

The second suspect was described as a black male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black pants (No further clothing or physical description).  He was armed with an unknown type shotgun.

No surveillance photos available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Detective J. Dear at 302-698-8540. 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: 011517 0720

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Camden – Admit it — you loved playing dodgeball as a kid, whether it was in gym class, at recess, or in your backyard. And ever since then, you’ve often dreamed of having just one more opportunity to wind up and try to peg someone with a ball.

Now you can while benefiting Special Olympics!

Delaware Law Enforcement for Special Olympics is hosting a Dodgeball Tournament, sponsored by The Delaware State Troopers Association (DSTA) to benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Delaware on Saturday, March 25, 2017 beginning at 8:00 a.m. Entry fee for the tournament is $50.00 per player ($300.00 for a team of 6, $350.00 for a team of 7, and $350.00 for a team of 8).  The tournament will be held in the Caesar Rodney High School Gymnasium located at 239 Old North Road, Camden, Delaware, 19934 and competition will begin at 8:30 a.m.

The tournament will consist of the first 36 teams to register. Each team is guaranteed to play in at least six games.  The minimum age to participate is 16 years old.  Teams must consist of six players and may have two alternate players.  Teams can consist of all male, female, or co-ed members.  All team members will receive a Dodgeball Madness event t-shirt and a sandwich voucher courtesy of Chick-Fil-A in Camden. Trophies will be given to the overall tournament winner and runner-up. Games will be played under the rules and regulations of the National Dodgeball League.  Food and refreshments will be available to purchase on site.

Reason to Dodge and Throw? Special Olympics Delaware is an organization that changes lives by promoting understanding, acceptance and inclusion between people with and without intellectual disabilities. Through year round sports training, athletic competition and related programs conducted for more than 4,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities, the organization creates a model community that celebrates people’s diverse gifts.  Special Olympics Delaware builds sports skills, confidence, strength, motivation and self-esteem – not just for athletes, but for everyone involved.  Dodgeball Madness has raised over $88,000.00 for Special Olympics Delaware since its inception back in 2011.

Deadline to register is Friday, March 10, 2017. There are three ways to register for the event, please visit the Special Olympics Delaware website at www.sode.org, online registration by clicking on the following link: https://give.classy.org/dodgeball2017, or call Special Olympics Delaware (302)831-4796.

Released: 011417 1635

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Dover – The Delaware State Police are requesting assistance in locating Andrew Mudry, 19 of Dover, and Tanner C. McElwee, 18 of Wilmington, who are wanted for numerous counts of Felony Theft, Criminal Trespass, and Conspiracy.

Through investigations dating back to October of 2016, Mudry and McElwee have been involved in various crimes of theft from motor vehicles in the Smyrna, Clayton, and Kenton areas.  They two may be living at various locations throughout the state.

If anyone has any information in reference to either Andrew Mudry’s or Tanner McElwee’s whereabouts, they are asked to contact Detective A. Goode at 302-698-8517. 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: 011417 1510

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Bear – Delaware State Police are currently investigating the robbery of a Bear area Wawa that occurred early this morning.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident occurred at approximately 5:05 a.m., Saturday, January 14, 2017, as a male suspect entered the Wawa located at 1100 Pulaski Highway.  The suspect confronted a male employee who was standing behind the sales counter and asked for a carton of cigarettes.  Before making a monetary transaction, the suspect demanded money from the cash register and displayed an unknown type handgun.  The employee was unable to turn over the cash and the suspect reached over the counter and forcefully removed the cigarettes from the clerk’s hands before exiting the business and fleeing toward the rear of the business. The clerk was uninjured in the incident.

The suspect was described as a white male, 20-25 years of age, 5’05”-5’07” tall, 160-180 lbs., last seen wearing a dark colored sweatshirt, dark pants, and a dark colored baseball hat (No further physical or clothing description available).  An unknown type handgun was displayed.

No video surveillance footage is available at this time.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery unit 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: 011417 1445

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Georgetown– At the request of the Georgetown Police Department, the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a serious crash involving a bicyclist that occurred late Friday afternoon.

The incident occurred around 5:35 p.m. Friday January 13, 2017 as Chelsea A. Rohrbach, 24 of Mohnton, Pennsylvania, was operating a 2009 MINI Cooper westbound on East Market Street, west of Burton Street within the town limits of Georgetown. A 62-year-old Georgetown man was riding his bicycle in the same area and crossed perpendicularly in front of the MINI when he was struck on the left side of the bicycle by the car, causing him to fall from the bike and land in the eastbound lane.  The MINI was able to come to a controlled stop after the impact.

The 62-year-old male, who was not wearing a helmet, was airlifted from the scene by Delaware State Police Aviation and transported to Christiana Medical Center where he is currently admitted in critical condition.  His name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Chelsea Rohrbach was properly restrained and uninjured in the crash.

The Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into this incident.  If anyone may have witnessed this crash, they are asked to contact Corporal N. Demalto of the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 302-703-3267. 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: 011417 1425

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Frederica – Troopers are investigating a single vehicle crash that occurred back in December resulting in the death of a Frederica man.

The incident occurred around 9:04 a.m. Tuesday December 27, 2016, as Glode Requa, 92 of Frederica, was operating a 2009 Toyota Camry eastbound on Barratts Chapel Road east of Otter Way. Requa was attempting to negotiate a left curve when he lost control and veered off the north side of the roadway, striking a dirt embankment with the front bumper.  The Camry then continued eastbound striking a guardrail with the driver’s side of his vehicle.

Glode Requa, who was properly restrained, was transported by EMS to Bayhealth Kent General Hospital (KGH) where he was admitted in critical condition.  He died on Wednesday January 10, 2017.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing their investigation into this incident.

Released: 011317 2025

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