Delaware State Police Detectives continue to investigate a shooting that occurred in Frankford and are asking for the public’s help with locating the suspect, 18-year-old Kelvin Wescott of Seaford, Delaware.

On February 2, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., troopers responded to the 28000 block of Gum Tree Road in Frankford for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 41-year-old male had been shot and taken to the Frankford Fire Company. The victim was taken to an area hospital with critical injuries.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a black male and the victim were engaged in an argument at a residence when the suspect shot the victim and fled the scene. Through investigative means, detectives identified Kelvin Wescott as the suspect and are working to locate him.

Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information as to Wescott’s whereabouts to call 9-1-1 or Troop 4 at (302) 856-5850. Anyone with further information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective R. Mitchell by calling 302-752-3794. 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 Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred in Frankford yesterday afternoon.

On February 2, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., troopers responded to the 28000 block of Gum Tree Road in Frankford for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 41-year-old male had been shot and taken to the Frankford Fire Company. The victim was taken to an area hospital with critical injuries.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a black male suspect and the victim were engaged in an argument at a residence when the suspect shot the victim and fled the scene.

Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with further information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective R. Mitchell by calling 302-752-3794. 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 have identified 93-year-old David Baird of Camden, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in Camden on Friday morning.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash or might have more information to contact Master Corporal J. Lane by calling (302) 698-8457. 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 have identified 63-year-old Deborah Priddy of Milton, Delaware, as the woman who died in the fatal pedestrian crash in Lewes on Thursday afternoon.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal K. Argo by calling (302) 703-3264. 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 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.

The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash that occurred this morning in Camden that left one man dead.

On January 31, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., an unknown vehicle was traveling southbound on South Dupont Highway approaching Caboose Lane. At the same time, a pedestrian was walking eastbound, crossing the southbound lanes of South Dupont Highway. The preliminary investigation revealed that the unknown vehicle struck the pedestrian. The vehicle did not stop and continued southbound on South Dupont Highway. After the pedestrian was struck, he was hit by other vehicles that also did not stop.

The pedestrian, a 93-year-old man from Camden, Delaware, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family has been notified.

South Dupont Highway 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 crash or might have more information to contact Master Corporal J. Lane by calling (302) 698-8457. 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 crash that occurred on Thursday afternoon in Lewes that left one woman dead.

On January 30, 2025, at approximately 3:22 p.m., a black 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee was traveling southbound in the parking lot of the Weis Markets located at 17232 North Village Main Boulevard in Lewes. At the same time, a pedestrian was walking westbound in the same parking lot and crossing the lane of travel in front of the Jeep. For reasons under investigation, as the pedestrian was crossing the travel lane, the Jeep continued southbound and struck the pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a 63-year-old woman from Milton, Delaware, was taken to an area hospital by ambulance, where she later died. Her name is being withheld until her family is notified.

The driver of the Jeep, an 86-year-old man from Lewes, Delaware, was not injured.

The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal K. Argo by calling (302) 703-3264. 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 arrested 31-year-old Daquan Christy of Newark, Delaware, for a shoplifting turned robbery that occurred at a Newark area smoke shop yesterday afternoon.

On January 29, 2025, at approximately 3:53 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at King Smoke Shop, located at 4614 Ogletown Stanton Road in Newark. The preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect approached the King Smoke Shop employee at the counter and inquired about products. The suspect then grabbed the merchandise and began to flee from the shop with the unpaid items. The employee attempted to stop the suspect from exiting the store, at which point the suspect punched the employee multiple times and a physical altercation ensued. The fight continued in the parking lot, until the suspect ultimately fled on foot towards in a northbound direction with the stolen merchandise. Delaware Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement Officers assisted troopers with canvassing the area, and quickly located him in a nearby park. The suspect, identified as Daquan Christy, was taken into custody without incident. A search of his person led to the discovery of the stolen merchandise.

The employee was evaluated at the scene by EMS for his injuries.

Christy was taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with the crime listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $3,000 secured bond.

• Robbery 2^nd Degree (Felony)

Disclaimer: Any individual charged in this release is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a warehouse in New Castle yesterday evening.

On January 28, 2025, at approximately 5:21 p.m., troopers responded to a report of an armed robbery at Wireless World, 161 Cirillo Circle in New Castle. The preliminary investigation revealed an unknown male suspect entered the business and began loading a bag with electronic devices stocked at the business. A Wireless World employee confronted the suspect, and a struggle ensued, during which the suspect pulled out a handgun and pointed it at the victim. The suspect then fled from the business towards a wooded area behind the industrial park with the stolen merchandise.

The suspect is described as an unknown male wearing dark-colored clothing. 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. Patterson at (302) 365-8472. 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.