Troopers Arrest Bridgeville Man for 5th Offense DUI

Delaware State Police have arrested 59-year-old Glen Sample of Bridgeville, Delaware, for 5th offense felony DUI yesterday morning near Bridgeville.

On December 4, 2024, at approximately 1:37 a.m., a trooper on patrol saw a Nissan Maxima speeding westbound on Seashore Highway near Wilson Hill Road and pulled it over. When the trooper spoke to the driver, identified as Glen Sample, he showed signs of impairment. The trooper administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and after the tests, he was arrested for driving under the influence. A computer check showed that Sample had four prior DUI-related convictions and a suspended driver’s license.

Sample was taken to Troop 5, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on a $6,150 unsecured bond.

  • 5th Offense DUI (Felony)
  • Driving while Suspended or Revoked
  • Speeding


Detectives Investigating Vehicular Assault and Robbery at Newark Shell Gas Station

The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred yesterday evening at a Shell gas station in Newark.

On December 4, 2024, at approximately 6:45 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a car at the Shell gas station located at 380 East Chestnut Hill Road in Newark. Preliminary investigation revealed a 38-year-old man was walking through the parking lot when a red passenger car drove toward him at a high rate of speed and struck him. The suspect got out of the car, stole the victim’s wallet, and fled the area. The victim was taken to an area hospital by ambulance for serious injuries.

The suspect is described as a white male. Surveillance video and images are not yet available. While this appears to be an isolated incident, there is no indication of any ongoing threat to the general public at this time.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling (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 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.


Detectives Investigating Strong-Arm Robbery at Bear Area Wawa

The Delaware State Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery that occurred yesterday evening at a Wawa in Bear.

On December 2, 2024, at approximately 5:41 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a strong-arm robbery at the Wawa, located at 1605 Pulaski Highway in Bear. The preliminary investigation revealed an unknown male suspect approached a victim at the ATM inside the store. After the transaction was completed, the suspect attempted to grab the money from the victim, which led to a physical altercation. The victim held onto his money and began leaving the store; however, the suspect followed the victim and another physical altercation ensued near the front of the store. The suspect ultimately grabbed an undisclosed amount of the victim’s money and fled on foot toward Salem Church Road. The victim was not injured.

The suspect is described as an unknown white male wearing light-colored clothing. Surveillance video and images are not yet available.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling (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 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.


State Police Investigating Shooting at Biden Welcome Center

Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning at the Biden Welcome Center in Newark.

On December 1, 2024, at approximately 7 a.m., troopers responded to a reported shooting at the welcome center located at 530 John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway in Newark. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 45-year-old man from Goshen, New York, had stopped at the service station during his travels when an unknown suspect or suspects approached him. The victim was robbed and subsequently shot.

When troopers arrived, they located the victim lying on the ground in the parking lot outside of Starbucks. The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of injuries that appeared to be non-life-threatening.

At this time, a description of the suspect or suspects is unavailable, and the circumstances leading to the shooting remain under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit. Detectives are actively pursuing leads and asking for the public’s assistance. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information is asked to contact Detective R. Strecker by calling (302) 365-8413. 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.


Homeless Sex Offender Notification

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.

 

 

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Delaware State Police S.O.A.R. Searching for Wanted Sex Offenders

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.

 

 

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State Police Detectives Investigating Strong-Arm Robbery in Felton

The Delaware State Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery that occurred in Felton yesterday.

On November 28, 2024, at approximately 3:10 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a strong-arm robbery. The investigation revealed that a 17-year-old male victim was in the parking lot at Shore Stop, located at 8953 South Dupont Highway in Felton, when he was attacked by three unknown male suspects wearing masks. The suspects stole the victim’s property and fled in an unknown vehicle. The victim was not hurt.

Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers are asking anyone who witnessed this incident or has relevant information to contact Detective T. Ford at (302) 698-8569. 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.


Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Clayton

The Delaware State Police continues to investigate a Clayton area crash that occurred on Sunday after 51-year-old Henry Mast of Camden Wyoming, Delaware, died from injuries sustained in the crash.

On November 24, 2024, at approximately 11:24 a.m., a 2007 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was traveling in a northwest direction on Shaws Corner Road, approaching Seeneytown Road. For reasons under investigation, the motorcycle left the road as it approached a sharp curve on Shaws Corner Road. The motorcycle continued a short distance until it came to a stop at a grass embankment.

The motorcyclist, identified as Henry Mast, was transported to an area hospital, where he later died. His family and relatives were notified.

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

 

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The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed this crash to contact Master Corporal W. Booth at (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.


State Police Detectives Investigating Shots Fired in Dover

Delaware State Police Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred in Dover early this morning.

On November 25, 2024, at approximately 12:15 a.m., troopers responded to John Clark Road in Dover for a report of shots fired. When troopers arrived, they learned that two unknown black males. along with two other unknown males, were arguing in the street before an unknown number of shots were fired. Further investigation revealed that an unoccupied house on the 1500 block of John Clark Road had been hit by gunfire. The unknown suspects fled the scene on foot, and detectives recovered numerous shell casings at the scene. No one was injured, and the incident remains under investigation.

Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues its investigation and urges anyone who has information about this incident to contact Detective M. Keane at (302) 698-8444. 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 Seeking Public’s Assistance in Death Investigation at Christiana Hospital

The Delaware State Police are conducting a death investigation for an unknown incident that occurred at Christiana Hospital in Newark Saturday night that left one woman dead. Detectives are seeking the public’s help in the ongoing investigation.

On November 23, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., troopers responded to the area of a retention pond at Christiana Hospital, located at 4755 Ogletown Stanton Road, Newark, for a report of a woman with an unknown emergency near the roadway. Upon arriving, troopers found the victim unresponsive and began life-saving efforts. The victim, identified as 42-year-old Amie Bradley of North Carolina, was taken to the hospital by EMS, where she later died. It should be noted that she was not an employee of the hospital. The cause of death remains unknown, and autopsy results are pending.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is actively investigating this case, and as it continues, detectives are asking for the public’s assistance. Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to contact Detective D. Patterson by calling 302-365-8404 or emailing david.patterson@delaware.gov. 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.