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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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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Released: 011317 1930

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

Bear- Delaware State Police Robbery Unit detectives have arrested a Newark man and charged him in connection with an armed robbery and an attempted armed robbery which occurred in Bear earlier this week.

The investigation began on Monday, January 9, 2017 at approximately 12:57 p.m., as a male suspect entered the Wawa located at 1605 Pulaski Highway, Bear. The suspect then approached the sales counter and confronted a female employee. He then demanded money from the cash register as he displayed what appeared to be the handle of a handgun that was in his waistband to the clerk. The employee complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over an undisclosed amount of money to him. He then fled from the business and was last seen exiting the parking lot in a dark colored mini-van. The employee was not injured.

At approximately 7:00 p.m., Troopers responded to the Taco Bell Restaurant, located at 1501 Governor’s Place, Bear, for the report of an attempted robbery that had just occurred. Upon their arrival, it was learned that a male suspect matching the description of the suspect who had robbed the Wawa earlier in the day, had approached the drive through window of the Taco Bell in the same mini-van and presented two female employees with a demand note for cash. The suspect then displayed an unknown make and model handgun and pointed it at the employees. The employees, however, fled to the rear of the restaurant without providing the suspect with any money. The suspect then drove away from the drive through window and fled in an unknown direction. There were no injuries.

A short time later, a Trooper who was checking the surrounding area, observed a mini-van which matched the description of the vehicle used in the two earlier robbery incidents, parked in the lot of Airport Liquors, located at 202 Churchman’s Road, New Castle. Troopers then made contact with the operator, later identified as Joseph L. Potter, 33, of Newark, and took him into custody without incident. Evidence linking Potter to the crimes was located inside of his vehicle.

Joseph Potter was transported to Troop 2 where he was charged with Robbery 1st Degree, 2 counts of Attempted Robbery 1st Degree, and 2 counts of Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony. He was arraigned at JP Court 11 and committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in default of $63,000.00 cash bail.

Released: 011317 1045

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

Newark (19702)- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit has identified the 25 year old Newark man who was killed in the fatal motor vehicle crash yesterday morning on Old Baltimore Pike in Newark as James A. Gagnon.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police.

Released: 011317 2150

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**Original Releases**

Newark (19702)- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate a fatal motor vehicle crash which has claimed the life of a 25 year old man that occurred this morning in Newark.

The investigation thus far has determined that the crash occurred this morning, Thursday, January 12, 2017 at approximately 4:02 a.m., as Maria Campos, 50, of Bear, DE, was operating a 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe and was traveling in a westbound direction on Old Baltimore Pike just west of the Salem Church Road and Salem Woods Road intersection. It was at this time that the Tahoe ran over a 25 year old Newark man who was reported to have been laying in the westbound lane of travel. The male was drug several feet in a westbound direction until the Tahoe came to a controlled stop just west of the scene.

The male victim was declared dead at the scene. His name is being withheld pending the notification of his next of kin. Alcohol use on the part of the victim is being considered as a contributing factor in the collision.

Maria Campos was properly restrained at the time of the crash and was not injured.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police. Old Baltimore Pike was closed between both the north and south  extensions of Salem Church Road for approximately 2.5 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

Released: 011217 1906

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**Original Release**

Newark (19702)- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating a motor vehicle crash which has claimed the life of a male subject that occurred this morning in Newark.

The initial investigation has determined that the crash occurred at approximately 4:02 a.m. this morning, Thursday, January 12, 2017, in the 500 block of Old Baltimore Pike, Newark. As a result of the crash a male pedestrian has been declared dead. There were no other injuries.

The circumstances surrounding this incident is still under investigation and no further information is available at this time. Further details will be released at the conclusion of the investigation.

Released: 011217 0745

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

Claymont – Delaware State Police are currently investigating an attempted armed robbery which occurred in the parking lot of a Claymont area Burger King early this morning.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident happened at approximately 1:40 a.m. this morning, Friday, January 13, 2017, as two male employees were standing in the parking lot of the Burger King Restaurant located at 2911 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont. It was at this time that the employees were approached by a male suspect who displayed an unknown make and model handgun and pointed it at them. One of the victims immediately fled from the parking lot. The suspect then demanded money from the second victim. The victim, however, did not have any money. The suspect then fled from the parking lot in an eastbound direction and was last seen entering into the passenger seat of a dark colored unknown make and model passenger car which was being operated by a second unknown subject. The vehicle then fled on Philadelphia Pike.

The armed suspect was described as a black male. He was 35-40 years of age, 5’09”-6’00” tall, weighed 170-200 lbs., and was last seen wearing a tan hooded sweatshirt and light colored pants. 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 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.”

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Released: 011317 0910

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

Newark (19702)- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate a fatal motor vehicle crash which has claimed the life of a 25 year old man that occurred this morning in Newark.

The investigation thus far has determined that the crash occurred this morning, Thursday, January 12, 2017 at approximately 4:02 a.m., as Maria Campos, 50, of Bear, DE, was operating a 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe and was traveling in a westbound direction on Old Baltimore Pike just west of the Salem Church Road and Salem Woods Road intersection. It was at this time that the Tahoe ran over a 25 year old Newark man who was reported to have been laying in the westbound lane of travel. The male was drug several feet in a westbound direction until the Tahoe came to a controlled stop just west of the scene.

The male victim was declared dead at the scene. His name is being withheld pending the notification of his next of kin. Alcohol use on the part of the victim is being considered as a contributing factor in the collision.

Maria Campos was properly restrained at the time of the crash and was not injured.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police. Old Baltimore Pike was closed between both the north and south  extensions of Salem Church Road for approximately 2.5 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

Released: 011217 1906

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**Original Release**

Newark (19702)- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating a motor vehicle crash which has claimed the life of a male subject that occurred this morning in Newark.

The initial investigation has determined that the crash occurred at approximately 4:02 a.m. this morning, Thursday, January 12, 2017, in the 500 block of Old Baltimore Pike, Newark. As a result of the crash a male pedestrian has been declared dead. There were no other injuries.

The circumstances surrounding this incident is still under investigation and no further information is available at this time. Further details will be released at the conclusion of the investigation.

Released: 011217 0745

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

New Castle (19720) – The Delaware State Police are currently investigating the attempted robbery of a New Castle area gas station that occurred yesterday morning.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident happened at approximately 6:16 a.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, as a male suspect entered the Sunoco located at 285 Christiana Road. The suspect, who had a mask partially covering his face, approached the enclosed sales counter and ordered the female clerk inside to open the door. The clerk however refused. The suspect, who did not imply that he was armed or display a weapon, then exited the store and fled in an unknown direction. The clerk was not injured.

The suspect was described as a black male. He was 5’08”-6’02” tall, weighed 180-200 lbs., and was last seen wearing a black jacket, brown sweatshirt, gray sweatpants, and black shoes. There is no further physical or clothing description available. No video surveillance photos are available to be released at this time.

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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Released: 011217 1220

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Seaford- Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery of a Seaford area store that occurred last night.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:19 p.m., Wednesday January 11, 2017, as two male suspects, both armed with an unknown type handguns, entered Deluxe Dairy Market,  located at 10599 Concord Road.  The suspects jumped the counter and demanded cash from the employees who were forced to the floor.  The suspects then removed an undisclosed amount of cash from the registers and cigarettes before exiting the store and fleeing in an unknown direction.  The clerks were not injured.

The suspects were described as black males wearing masks and gloves (No further clothing or physical description).  Both were armed with an unknown type handguns.

No surveillance photos available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Troop 4 Major Crimes Unit 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.”

Released: 011217 0850

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

Newark (19702)- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating a motor vehicle crash which has claimed the life of a male subject that occurred this morning in Newark.

The initial investigation has determined that the crash occurred at approximately 4:02 a.m. this morning, Thursday, January 12, 2017, in the 500 block of Old Baltimore Pike, Newark. As a result of the crash a male pedestrian has been declared dead. There were no other injuries.

The circumstances surrounding this incident is still under investigation and no further information is available at this time. Further details will be released at the conclusion of the investigation.

Released: 011217 0745

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