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 contact 302-672-5306.  Information may also be provided 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: 061816 1115

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

 Wilmington, DE- Delaware State Police Robbery Unit Detectives have arrested a Wilmington man following a string of robberies he had committed since early April.

Following multiple interviews and examination of evidence detectives were able to identify Eric L. Hubbard, 55, of Wilmington, as the male suspect who had committed five robberies of four different businesses throughout New Castle County beginning on April 4, 2016. In each of the robberies, Hubbard would enter the targeted business and imply that he was armed. He would then demand cigarettes from the store employee, and once he received them, he would flee the business in an unknown direction. There were no injuries.

Eric Hubbard was arrested at his residence without incident on Thursday, June 16, 2016. A subsequent search of his residence revealed evidence linking him to the robberies. He was transported to Troop 2, Glasgow, where he was charged with 4 counts of Robbery 1^st Degree, and 1 count of Robbery 2^nd Degree. Hubbard was arraigned at JP Court 11 and then committed to the Howard Young Correctional Institution for lack of $15,000.00 cash bail.

Detectives were able to link Hubbard to the following robberies:

1. Rite Aid, 2034 New Castle Avenue, New Castle, Monday, April 4, 2016.
2. Rite Aid, 501 E. Basin Road, New Castle, Thursday, May 5, 2016.
3. Rite Aid, 2034 New Castle Avenue, New Castle, Monday, May 23, 2016.
4. Royal Farms, 3701 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, Tuesday, June 7, 2016.
5. Walgreens, 1508 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, Monday, June 13, 2016.

Released: 061716 1330

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

Newark, DE- Delaware State Police have arrested a Newark man in connection with the robbery of an area restaurant that occurred last weekend.

On Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at approximately 12:10 p.m., troopers were told to respond to the McDonald’s Restaurant located at 4625 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, in reference to a suspicious male subject who was loitering inside. As troopers were responding, they were advised that that the male subject matched the description of a suspect who had committed the robbery of the McDonald’s located at 4160 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, on June 12, 2016 at approximately 7:58 p.m. In that incident a male suspect entered the McDonald’s and responded behind the sales counter. He then pushed an employee away from a cash register and proceeded to remove an undisclosed amount of money from inside. The suspect, later identified as Michael S. Berwick, 25, of Newark, then fled in an unknown direction. At the time of the robbery, Berwick was wearing a gray t-shirt under a gray and green jacket, green camouflage shorts, and white and black sneakers.

As troopers arrived at the McDonald’s on Wednesday, they observed Berwick standing in the parking lot. As the troopers approached him, he fled but was apprehended after a short foot pursuit. Troopers noticed that Berwick was wearing the same clothes he had been wearing during the robbery which had occurred on June 12^th.

Michael Berwick was arrested and transported to Troop 2 where he was charged with Robbery 2^nd Degree. It was also discovered that he had outstanding warrants issued by Delaware State Police for Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was also wanted by the New Castle County Police Department for Burglary and related charges, as well as by JP Court 11 for an active capias. Berwick was arraigned at JP Court 2 and committed to the Howard Young Correctional Institution for lack of $8875.00 secured and $160.00 cash bond.

Released: 061716 0910

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale

**Travel Advisory- Update**

Troopers On Scene of Jack- Knifed Tractor Trailer 

Wilmington, DE- All lanes on I-495 at the I-295 northbound and I-95 southbound ramps have been re-opened to traffic. Commuters should still expect slow moving traffic in the area.

Released: 061616 1505

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**Travel Advisory**

Wilmington, DE- Delaware State Police, along with fire department personnel, and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control are currently at the scene of a jack knifed tractor trailer incident which has closed I-495 south of Wilmington.

The initial investigation has determined that the incident occurred at approximately 12:37 p.m. this afternoon, Thursday, June 16, 2016, on southbound I-495 at the ramp to I-295 northbound and I-95 southbound, Wilmington. There were no injuries and only one vehicle was involved.

As a result, traffic on southbound I-495 is being diverted onto the ramp to DE Rt. 141. Commuters are asked to find alternate routes of travel around the scene.

It is unknown how long the roadway will be closed. An update will be released once the roadway has been re-opened.

Released: 061616 1350

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Presented by the Director of Public Information Sergeant Richard Bratz

Seaford, DE- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit has released the name of the male ATV operator who was killed in the apparent fatal motor vehicle crash as Paul C. W. Fleetwood, 36 of Seaford.

This incident remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit.

Released: 061516   1301

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State Police Conducting Death Investigation

Seaford, De.-The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently conducting an investigation of an apparent fatal crash of a man operating an ATV near a tax ditch.

The preliminary investigation has determined the crash occurred on Sunday, June 12, 2016, at approximately 4:22 p.m. at a private farm field on Bethel Concord Road, Seaford. A 2001 Polaris Sportsman 700 four wheel ATV was operated by a 36 year old male of Seaford, who was traveling in a north westerly direction on a private farm field along a tax ditch at the rear of the property. It appears the ground gave way along the ditch causing the ATV to roll to the right down an embankment approximately ten feet deep. The ATV came to rest on top of the operator who was found underneath the ATV at the bottom of the ditch which contained a very shallow amount of water.

The operator, who was found on Monday June 13, 2016 at approximately 8:49 p.m., was not wearing a helmet and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Alcohol appears to be a factor.

The Delaware Division of Forensic Science was contacted and responded to the scene in order to remove the victim. An autopsy will be conducted in an attempt to determine the cause and manner of death. The name of the victim is being withheld at this point pending the notification of his next of kin.

Traffic on Bethel Concord Road was not affected during this investigation which occurred on private property.

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

Released: 061416  0911

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Presented by Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale 

Wilmington, DE- Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of an area pharmacy which occurred Monday evening.

The investigation has determined that the incident occurred on Monday, June 13, 2016, at approximately 7:20 p.m., as a male suspect entered the Walgreens located at 1508 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. The suspect then approached a male clerk and implied that he was armed. He then demanded cigarettes from the clerk. The clerk complied with the suspect’s demands and turned over an undisclosed amount of cigarettes to him. The suspect then exited the business and was last seen fleeing in an unknown make and model vehicle. There were no injuries.

The suspect was described as a black male, 30-35 years of age. He was 5’10”-6’00” tall, weighed 160-175 lbs., and was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, blue shorts, and blue and white sneakers. There is no further physical or clothing description 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.”

Released: 061516 1005

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

Millsboro, DE – The Delaware State Police have arrested five suspects after responding to an underage consumption and loud party complaint east of Millsboro.

The preliminary investigation has determined on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at 10:00 p.m., troopers were dispatched to a loud party and possible underage consumption complaint located in the 35,000 block of 7^th Street, Bay City Mobile Home Park, Millsboro. As troopers arrived at the residence several subjects fled from a shed on the north side of the residence. After apprehending the suspects at the residence, heroin and drug paraphernalia were observed inside the shed which totaled 46 bundles (8.97 grams) seized. A 1998 Lexus was also located at the residence that belonged to one of the suspects that fled. Marijuana was observed in the vehicle and a search warrant was executed which revealed 2.3 grams of marijuana seized.

The investigation revealed an 11 year old child and daughter of the homeowner was asleep inside the residence during the party. A family friend subsequently took custody of the child until her mother arrived at the residence.

The following subjects were apprehended at the residence and charged with the following:

Bryant Evans, 46 of Millsboro, was transported to Troop 7 where he was charged with maintaining a Dwelling, Possession Heroin Tier 5 Quantity, Possession with the Intent to Deliver, Endangering the Welfare, Possession Drug Paraphernalia and Conspiracy 2^nd Degree.  He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 and was committed to the Sussex Correctional Institute in default of $25,000.00 secured bond. (mug shot attached)

Steven Mauthe, 25 of Magnolia, was transported to Troop 7 and charged with Failure to comply with fingerprints, possession heroin tier 5, Possession with the Intent to Deliver, Endangering the Welfare, Possession Drug Paraphernalia, Conspiracy 2^nd degree, hindering prosecution and resisting arrest. He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 and was committed to the Sussex Correctional Institute in default of $23,500.00 secured bond. (mug shot attached)

John Chianese, 33 of Millsboro, was transported to Troop 7 and issued a criminal summons for criminal impersonation and subsequently had two active capiases, one from Sussex Superior Court and one from Kent County Court of Common Pleas. He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 and was committed to the Sussex Correctional Institute on the capiases. (mug shot attached)

Brittany Baker, 19 of Clayton, was transported to Troop 7 and charged with possession of heroin tier 5, Possession with the Intent to Deliver, Endangering the welfare, Possession of drug paraphernalia and conspiracy 2^nd degree. She was arraigned at the Justice of the Peace Court 3 and was committed to the Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institute in default of $16,500 secured bond. (mug shot attached)

Nicole Goodwin, 43 of Millsboro, was wanted for Burglary and Theft out of Troop 7 Lewes. She was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 3 and was released on $5,500.00 unsecured bond. (mug shot attached)

The suspects who fled are described as a white male and black male approximately 5’08”- 6’02” tall, 150-170 lbs. no further description is available at this time.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident or knows the identity of the other subjects who fled they are asked to contact Corporal Michelle Hawk of Troop 7 at 302-703-3306. 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: 061416 1451

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Presented By Public Information Officer Master Corporal Jeffrey R. Hale 

**Update** 

Troopers Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash 

Smyrna, DE- The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate a two vehicle crash which has claimed the life of a Hartly, DE woman.

The investigation has determined that the crash occurred at approximately 11:35 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, June 14, 2016, as Jose Tuma-Aid, 75, of Hartly, DE, was operating a 2006 Toyota Highlander and was traveling in a westbound direction on Wheatley’s Pond Road (SR 300) east of Bryn Zion Road, Smyrna. Tuma-Aid fell asleep as he was operating his vehicle, which caused him to drift off of the north edge of the roadway. The front of his vehicle then struck the left rear of a 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier which was stopped on the westbound shoulder of Wheatley’s Pond Road, and which was occupied by Doris M. Johnson, 84, of Hartly. After the impact Johnson’s vehicle traveled in a westbound direction and into a small ditch before it re-entered the roadway and came to rest. The Toyota also traveled in a westbound direction for a short distance before coming to rest in a small ditch off of the north edge of the roadway.

Doris Johnson, who was properly restrained at the time of the crash, was treated at the scene by Kent County Paramedics. She was then transported to the Kent General Hospital by EMS where she was pronounced dead.

Jose Tuma-Aid was also properly restrained at the time of the crash. He was treated at the scene by Kent County Paramedics before being transported to the Kent General Hospital with minor injuries.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit. Alcohol use is not being considered as a factor in the crash.

Wheatley’s Pond Road between Bryn Zion Road and Mt. Friendship Road was closed for approximately 2 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

Released: 061416 1700

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Troopers Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash 

Smyrna, DE- Delaware State Police are investigating a two vehicle crash which has claimed the life of one person that occurred late this morning west of Smyrna.

The initial investigation has determined that the crash occurred at approximately 11:36 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, June 14, 2016, in the 1500 block of Wheatley’s Pond Road, Smyrna. As a result of the crash, a female operator of one of the vehicles has been pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital. The operator of the second vehicle received minor injuries.

Wheatley’s Pond Road between Bryn Zion Road and Mt. Friendship Road is currently closed and commuters are asked to find alternate routes of travel.

This crash remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit. More information will be provided at the conclusion of the investigation.

Released: 061416 1335

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Presented by the Director of Public Information Sergeant Richard Bratz

Felton, DE – Troopers are currently investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning near Felton.

The preliminary investigation revealed the incident occurred at approximately 3:19 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2016, in the unit block of Weatherstone Lane, Felton, as a 9-1-1 call was made reporting multiple shots fired during a party at a residence. Troopers arrived on scene, secured the area and contacted several witnesses as they attempted to leave the location.

Shortly after the report of shots fired, one victim, a 15 year old female arrived at the Frederica Volunteer Fire Department by privately owned vehicle with a gunshot wound to the upper torso. EMS transported the victim to a local area hospital where she is listed in stable condition. The victim was not believed to be the intended target of the shooting.

Delaware State Police detectives conducted multiple interviews which revealed that an argument occurred outside of the residence. As several subjects were leaving, the argument escalated into a fight and shots were fired subsequently striking the victim.

The suspect is described as a skinny black male approximately 17-20 years of age, 5’08” to 5’ 10” tall with a white t-shirt.

The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit assigned to Troop 3 is currently investigating this incident. The investigation is in the early stages and more information will be released when it becomes available.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Detective D. Blomquist at 302-698-8426. 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: 061416  1101

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

Seaford, De.-The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is currently conducting an investigation of an apparent fatal crash of a man operating an ATV near a tax ditch.

The preliminary investigation has determined the crash occurred on Sunday, June 12, 2016, at approximately 4:22 p.m. at a private farm field on Bethel Concord Road, Seaford. A 2001 Polaris Sportsman 700 four wheel ATV was operated by a 36 year old male of Seaford, who was traveling in a north westerly direction on a private farm field along a tax ditch at the rear of the property. It appears the ground gave way along the ditch causing the ATV to roll to the right down an embankment approximately ten feet deep. The ATV came to rest on top of the operator who was found underneath the ATV at the bottom of the ditch which contained a very shallow amount of water.

The operator, who was found on Monday June 13, 2016 at approximately 8:49 p.m., was not wearing a helmet and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Alcohol appears to be a factor.

The Delaware Division of Forensic Science was contacted and responded to the scene in order to remove the victim. An autopsy will be conducted in an attempt to determine the cause and manner of death. The name of the victim is being withheld at this point pending the notification of his next of kin.

Traffic on Bethel Concord Road was not affected during this investigation which occurred on private property.

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

Released: 061416  0911

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