Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted robbery that occurred Saturday afternoon at a smoke shop in Dover.

On April 12, 2025, at approximately 2:06 p.m., troopers responded to Smoke Beast, located at 220 Gateway South Boulevard, for a report of an attempted robbery. A preliminary investigation revealed that a male suspect had entered the store earlier that day before returning, pointing a handgun at the employee, and demanding merchandise. The employee did not comply, and the suspect fled the store without taking any items.

The suspect is described as a light-skinned black male wearing dark clothing, including a mask and gloves. He fled on foot in a northern direction.

Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact Detective M. Williams at (302) 698-8502. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State  Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The following individuals are not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed individuals are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. If anyone knows the location of these individuals, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

Delaware State Police have identified 32-year-old Rihem Frisby of Seaford, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal shooting Tuesday evening in Seaford.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to actively investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective M. Csapo by calling 302-741-2729. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police are investigating an accidental shooting that occurred this morning at ASPIRA Charter High School in Newark, leaving one man injured.

On April 10, 2025, at approximately 7:02 a.m., troopers responded to a report of a shooting at ASPIRA Charter High School, located at 750 Otts Chapel Road, Newark. Upon arriving, troopers discovered that a 41-year-old man, who was a school bus driver and member of the Culture & Climate Team, had sustained a gunshot wound to the leg after his firearm, which was concealed in his clothing, accidentally discharged while inside the school.

A preliminary investigation indicates that the firearm, which was concealed in the school employee’s waistband, discharged unintentionally due to how it was handled or manipulated. The incident took place in a school hallway while children and staff members were present. Fortunately, no one else was injured. The school’s constable rendered aid to the school employee, who was ultimately transported to an area hospital by EMS.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone with relevant information or who may have witnessed the shooting is asked to please contact Detective M. Conway by calling 302-365-8411. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police Detectives are investigating a stabbing that occurred last night in Bridgeville that left one man injured.

On April 9, 2025, at approximately 8:14 p.m., troopers responded to Coverdale Road near Camelia Lane in Bridgeville for a report of a stabbing. When troopers arrived, they learned that the 41-year-old male victim had been stabbed by an unknown suspect. The victim was taken by ambulance to an area hospital with serious injuries. The investigation is active and ongoing.

The Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues its investigation of this incident. Detectives are asking for anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective H. Lingo by calling 302-752-3864. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Seaford yesterday evening that left one man dead.

On April 8, 2025, at approximately 5:50 p.m., officers from the Seaford Police Department and Delaware State Police responded to a report of a shooting on Clarence Street, between Thomas Street and Chandler Street, within the city limits of Seaford. Upon arriving, officers found the victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds, and began life-saving efforts. The victim, a 32-year-old man from Seaford, Delaware, was transported by EMS to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His identity is being withheld until his family is notified.

Due to the nature of the incident, the Seaford Police Department requested the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit assume the investigation. A preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was shot by an unknown number of suspects.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to actively investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective M. Csapo by calling 302-741-2729. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police have identified 36-year-old Antonio Adolfo Vasquez of Trenton, New Jersey as the man who died in the fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash that occurred Friday night in Wilmington.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash or might have more information to contact Sergeant J. Jefferson by calling (302) 365-8484. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash that occurred Friday night in Wilmington that left one man dead.

On April 4, 2025, at approximately 11:36 p.m., a pedestrian was walking southbound, in the lane of travel, on Augustine Cut-Off south of Alapocas Drive. At the same time, an unknown vehicle was traveling southbound on Augustine Cut-Off near Alapocas Drive. The investigation revealed that the front of the unknown vehicle hit the pedestrian and fled southbound on Augustine Cut-Off.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family has been notified.

The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash or might have more information to contact Sergeant J. Jefferson by calling (302) 365-8484. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for the following wanted sex offenders after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. If anyone knows the location of these individuals, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.