Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Lincoln- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating a single vehicle crash which claimed the life of a Milford man last night.

The initial investigation has determined that the crash occurred at approximately 6:54 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, 2017, as Mark A. Harris, 54, was operating a 2005 Toyota RAV 4 and was traveling in a northbound direction on North Old State Road at a high rate of speed. Harris was unable to negotiate a moderate left hand curve as he approached Susquehanna Avenue, which caused his vehicle to exit the east edge of the roadway. The driver’s side of the Toyota then struck a tree, trapping Harris in the car.

Mark Harris, who was not properly restrained at the time of the crash, was pronounced dead at the scene. It is unknown if alcohol or drug use was a factor in the crash.

North Old State Road between Susquehanna Road and McCoy Street were closed for approximately 3.5 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police.

Released: 031217 0810

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

Wilmington- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing the investigation of a two vehicle crash which has claimed the life of a 66 year old Wilmington man that occurred this afternoon.

The investigation thus far has determined that the crash occurred today, Saturday, March 11, 2017, at approximately 2:41 p.m., as a 66 year old Wilmington, DE man was operating a 2005 Buick Lacrosse and was attempting to make a left hand turn from westbound DE SR 2 (Kirkwood Highway) onto Woodlawn Avenue. As the operator of the Lacrosse began to make the turn, he entered directly into the path of a 2012 Honda Accord, which was traveling in the center lane of eastbound SR 2, and which was being operated by Ellen Salcedo, 47, of Wilmington. The front of the Honda then struck the right hand side of the Buick which caused it to rotate in a counterclockwise direction. It then traveled in a southeasterly direction before coming to rest in a grassy area off of the roadway. The Honda rotated in a clockwise direction and traveled in a southeasterly direction before coming to rest on the sidewalk south of the roadway.

The male operator of the Buick Lacrosse was not properly restrained at the time of the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld pending the notification of his next of kin.

Ellen Salcedo was properly restrained at the time of the crash. She was treated at the scene by New Castle County Paramedics before being transported by ambulance to the Christiana Hospital where she was treated for her non-life threatening injuries.

Neither alcohol, drug use, or excessive speed appear to be a factors in this crash.

The eastbound lanes of SR 2 were closed for approximately 3 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

The crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police.

Released: 031117 0910

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

Wilmington- Delaware State Police are currently investigating a serious motor vehicle crash which occurred west of Wilmington this afternoon.

The initial investigation has determined that the crash occurred at approximately 2:40 p.m. today, Saturday, March 11, 2017, on eastbound DE Rt. 2 (Kirkwood Highway) at Woodhaven Drive, and involves two vehicles. As a result of the crash, two people, one of which has sustained serious injuries, have been removed from the scene and transported to the Christiana Hospital.

The eastbound lanes of Kirkwood Highway are currently closed between Farrand Drive and Duncan Road. 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: 031117 1545

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

Dover, DE- The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offender after he either failed to register, re-register, or provide verification as a sex offender. If anyone knows the location of this subject, they are asked 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.”

Released: 031117 0950

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Newark (19713)- Delaware State Police are currently investigating the robbery of a Newark area Chinese Restaurant that occurred last night.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident happened at approximately 9:45 p.m., on Thursday, March 9, 2017, as a male suspect entered the Great Wall Chinese Restaurant located at 21 W. Chestnut Hill Plaza. The suspect approached the sales counter and presented a female employee with a demand note for cash. The suspect implied that he was armed, however, a weapon was not displayed. The female victim turned over a tip jar containing an undisclosed amount of money to the suspect, who then exited the business and fled in an unknown direction. The clerk was not injured.

The suspect was described as a white male. He was 6’00”-6’03” tall, weighed 160-180 lbs., and was last seen wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, dark pants, and dark shoes. No further physical or clothing description is 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: 031017 1240

Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Harbeson – The Delaware State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a mail carrier that occurred earlier this afternoon.

The incident occurred around 11:26 a.m. Thursday March 9, 2017 as Michael S. Mears, 46 of Georgetown, was operating a 2016 Ford Transit Connect van westbound on Forest Road and came to a stop at the intersection with Harbeson Road (SR5).  Mears failed to remain stopped and pulled across the intersection to continue westbound on Anderson Corner Road when the front of the van struck the left front corner of a southbound 1994 General Motors mail truck being operated by Kimberly R. Humphrey, 44 of Milford.  After the impact, the mail truck continued in a southwesterly direction, striking a stop sign before coming to a stop.  The van also continued in a southwesterly direction before coming to a stop.

Kimberly Humphrey was properly restrained and airlifted by State Police Aviation to Christiana Medical Center where she is currently admitted in serious condition.

Michael Mears was properly restrained an uninjured in the crash.  He was cited for Failure to Remain Stopped.

Traffic in the area of the collision was impacted for approximately two hours while the crash was investigated and cleared.

Released: 030917 1935

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Townsend – The Kent County Governor’s Task Force have arrested brothers after illegal drugs were found in their motel room.

The incident occurred Wednesday March 8, 2017 around 7:15 p.m. when troopers and Probation Officers assigned to the Task Force, along with the State Police Special Operations Response Team (S.O.R.T.) responded to the Pleasant Hill Motel located at 3155 DuPont Parkway in order to conduct a search warrant for Usef L. Dickerson, 30 of Middletown.  Usef Dickerson was wanted by troopers in reference to a hit and run crash investigation that occurred on January 24, 2017 on Pulaski Highway, Newark.  He was also wanted out of Smyrna Police Department for traffic related charges, as well as multiple capiases out of Superior Court in all three counties.

Upon arrival at the motel, troopers made entry into the room and took Ronnaire Dickerson,25 of Townsend, into custody without incident.  Usef Dickerson was taken into custody after he attempted to flee through a bathroom window.  A search of the room revealed 519 bags of heroin (3.633 grams) as well as over $900.00 in suspected drug proceeds.

Both the Dickerson brothers were transported to Troop 3 and charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Possession of a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Conspiracy 2nd, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  Ufef Dickerson was additionally charged with Resisting Arrest during this most recent event and multiple traffic related offenses committed during the January 24th incident.  Usef was committed to James T. Vaughn Correctional Center on $35,253.00 secured bond, while Ronnaire was committed on $32,250.00 secured bond.

Released: 030917 1545

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

Newark (19711)- Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a Newark area Wendy’s restaurant that occurred yesterday evening.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident happened at approximately 6:35 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, as a male suspect entered the Wendy’s Restaurant, located at 10 Possum Park Road, Newark. The suspect then approached the sales counter where he confronted a female employee. While implying that he was armed with a gun, the suspect demanded money from the cash register. The employee complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over an undisclosed amount of money to him. He then exited the restaurant and fled in an unknown direction. The employee was not injured.

The suspect was described as a white male. He was 6’02”-6’04” tall, weighed 170-190 lbs., and had blonde hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and dark colored pants. There is no further physical or clothing description available. No video surveillance photos are available at this time.

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: 030917 1445

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Gary Fournier

Smyrna – A Dover couple was arrested for illegal drug possession after heroin was located during a traffic stop.

Troopers and Probation Officers assigned to the Kent County Governor’s Task Force conducted a traffic stop on a Hyundai Sonata south of Smyrna Thursday March 2, 2017 around 4:25 p.m. after they learned that the occupants had been involved in recent drug transaction.  Upon conducting the stop, Ginna M. Grocki, 32, was contacted in the driver’s seat, while Charles W. Pernot III, 42, was in the passenger’s seat.  A computer check revealed Grocki’s driver’s license was suspended and both were on probation.  Grocki and Pernot were asked to exit the vehicle, and upon doing so, Grocki was observed to have a large bulge in the front of her pants.  When questioned numerous times if the bulge was in fact drugs, Gorcki continued to answer no, but it eventually removed a large plastic bag containing 338 bags of heroin (2.366 grams).  Three additional bags were located in Gorcki’s bra upon being searched by a female trooper, along with six bags being located in her purse (total 347 bags, 2.429 grams).

Ginna Grocki and Charles Pernot were both transported back to Troop 3 where Grocki was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Possession of a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Tampering with Physical Evidence, Hindering Prosecution, Conspiracy 2nd, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  She was additionally charged with Tampering with Physical Evidence, Promoting Prison Contraband, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Heroin), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia after she arrived at Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution and was found to be in possession of another 12 bags of heroin (.084 grams) during a more invasive search.  She was committed to the women’s prison on $55,500.00 secured bond.

Charles Pernot was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Possession of a Controlled Substance (Heroin), Conspiracy 2nd, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  He was arraigned at JP2 and committed to James T. Vaughn Correctional Center on $52,500 secure bond.

Released: 030917 1450

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Delaware – The Delaware State Police is now accepting applications for the 92nd Delaware State Police Recruit Class.  The closing date for the applications will be Friday, April 21, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.  Testing for this class, which is slated for an undetermined date in 2018, will occur in mid May.

Questions concerning this information can be directed to the Recruitment Office of the Delaware State Police by email at dsprecruiting@delaware.gov or telephone 302-739-5980.  Information regarding minimum qualifications and the application process can be found on the Delaware State Police website at www.becomeatrooper.com.

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Released: 030917 1135

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