The Delaware State Police are investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash that occurred yesterday morning in Smyrna that left one man dead.

On February 26, 2025, at approximately 9:38 a.m., a 1995 Freightliner dump truck was traveling in the right southbound lane of Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway (State Route 1), approaching the East Commerce Street overpass in Smyrna. A blown tire caused the Freightliner to exit the right side of the roadway. As it continued traveling in a southwesterly direction off the roadway, the Freightliner struck a steep berm, and ultimately overturned.

The driver of the Freightliner, a 63-year-old man from Magnolia, Delaware, was transported to an area hospital, where he died. His name is being withheld until his family and relatives are notified.

The roadway was closed for approximately 4 hours while the scene was investigated and cleared.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this collision to please contact Master Corporal W. Booth by calling 302-698-8451. 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.

Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal head-on crash that occurred on Wednesday afternoon in Selbyville.

On February 26, 2025, at approximately 2:44 p.m., a Jeep Gladiator was traveling southbound on Hudson Road north of Lynch Road. At the same time, a Freightliner tractor was traveling northbound on Hudson Road. For reasons still under investigation, the jeep crossed into the northbound lane, directly into the path of the tractor. The driver of the tractor attempted to swerve right to avoid the crash, but its front collided with the jeep in a head-on collision.

The driver of the jeep, a 60-year-old man from Selbyville, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity is being withheld until his family is notified. The driver of the tractor, a 60-year-old man from Dover, Delaware, was transported to a nearby hospital for minor injuries.

The roadway was closed for approximately 4 hours while the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit investigated the crash and cleared the roadway.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information is asked to contact Master Corporal R. Albert at (302) 703-3266. 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 continues investigating the series of thefts from All Saints Cemetery in Wilmington last year, and are requesting the public’s assistance with locating the fourth suspect, 32-year-old Mark Worley of Wilmington, Delaware.

Between September 2024 to November 2024, troopers investigated multiple thefts of a similar nature from All Saints Cemetery, located at 6001 Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington. In each incident, 4 unknown suspects, carrying large bags/backpacks, trespassed onto the cemetery’s property after-hours, and stole bronze ceremonial vases from individual gravestones. The suspects then fled with the stolen vases in a car that was parked nearby. Over the 3-month span, the suspects stole nearly 200 vases, which totaled over $100,000 in stolen property.

Through investigative means, troopers identified the suspects responsible for the thefts as Thomas Hudson, Ashley Newcomb, Alonza Mosley, and later Mark Worley. On February 19, 2025, Hudson, Newcomb, and Mosley were arrested at a residence in Newark. Troopers obtained a warrant for Worley’s arrest for multiple felony theft and related charges, and made several attempts to locate him. Troopers are seeking the public’s assistance in their on-going efforts to locate Worley, whose current whereabouts are unknown.

Delaware State Police Troop 6 continues investigating these incidents. Troopers are asking anyone with information regarding Worley’s whereabouts or this case to contact Corporal C. Hofmann by calling (302) 633-5000. 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 are investigating a burglary that occurred early Friday morning at Eagle Tobacco Shop and Eagle Wireless in Wilmington.

On February 21, 2025, at approximately 7 a.m., troopers responded to a reported burglary at 3505 Miller Road in Wilmington, which houses both businesses. A preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown suspect or suspects entered the business by cutting a hole in the roof. Once inside, the suspect(s) stole an undisclosed amount of cash and three handguns before fleeing the scene.

At this time, investigators are working to develop suspect information.

Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective S. Marioni by calling (302) 365-8388. 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 Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate a shooting that occurred in Wilmington on Wednesday that has left a man dead.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 4:29 p.m., troopers responded to East Lea Boulevard in the area of Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, for a report of a shooting. Upon arriving, troopers found the victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound and began life-saving efforts. The victim, 19-year-old Jamarr Thompson from Wilmington, Delaware, was transported by EMS to an area hospital in critical condition. Due to the circumstances, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit assumed the investigation.

On February 21, 2025, Thompson died as a result of his injuries from the shooting.

One of the suspects, Darmond Green, remains at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution. Updated charges are pending.

The Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking for anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective B. McDerby by email at brian.mcderby@delaware.gov or by calling 302-741-2821. 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 armed robbery at a Dunkin Donuts in New Castle that occurred early this morning.

On February 23, 2025, at approximately 2:32 a.m., troopers responded to a report of an armed robbery at Dunkin Donuts, located at 4004 North Dupont Highway in New Castle. The preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown black male suspect entered the business, sat at a table, and spoke with the female store employee. After being in the store for some time, the suspect displayed a gun and demanded money from the register. The store employee complied, and the suspect ran away with an undisclosed amount of cash. The store employee was not hurt. Troopers searched for the suspect but were unable to locate him.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 5’8″ tall with a slim build. Surveillance video and images are not yet available.

Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed this incident or has relevant information to contact Detective D. Armstrong at (302) 365-8410. 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.

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 are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday afternoon in Wilmington that left one man in critical condition.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 4:29 p.m., troopers responded to East Lea Boulevard in the area of Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, for a report of a shooting. Upon arriving, troopers found the victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound, and began life-saving efforts. The victim, a 19-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, was transported by EMS to an area hospital, where he remains in critical condition. Due to the circumstances, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit assumed the investigation.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was walking to a residence on East Lea Boulevard when he was shot by an unknown suspect. At this time, a description of the suspect is unavailable.

The Homicide Unit is still actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking for anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective B. McDerby by email at brian.mcderby@delaware.gov or by calling 302-741-2821. 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 stemming from a road rage incident that occurred Monday morning on I-95 in Newark.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 11:38 a.m., troopers responded to I-95 southbound, in the area of State Route 896, for a report of a road rage shooting. The preliminary investigation revealed a white Ford van was involved in a road rage incident with an unknown SUV. During the incident, the suspect discharged a firearm at the victim, which struck the Ford. The Ford’s driver and sole occupant, a 55-year-old Maryland man, was not struck. Following the shooting, the suspect vehicle did not stop, and fled towards State Route 896.

The suspect is described as a black male with a short beard and wearing dark-colored clothing. The suspect’s vehicle is described as a dark gray/black mid-size SUV with heavy tint. There is no additional suspect or suspect vehicle information available at this time.

Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Detectives are still investigating this shooting. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective J. Lucyk by calling 302-365-8446. 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.