Joe Ciccanti

Troopers Arrest Greenwood Man for Gun and Drug Charges During Traffic Stop

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

Delaware State Police have arrested 33-year-old Greenwood man on multiple gun and drug-related charges during a traffic stop in Bridgeville. Police pulled him over around 10:30 yesterday morning, September 3rd northbound on Coverdale Road near Mill Park Drive due to a registration violation. After he exited the jeep, the trooper saw the handle of a gun…

Investigation into Shots Fired in Salisbury

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

Salisbury Police Officers are currently conducting an investigation into shots fired that occurred at approximately 12:20 this afternoon in the area of Jackson Street and East Vine Street in Salisbury. There are no reported injuries. Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact the Salisbury Police Department at (410) 548-3165 or anonymously through Crime Solvers…

DOJ Secures Lengthy Prison Sentences for Individuals Involved in Brutal Murder of Felton Woman

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

Two individuals have been sentenced in connection with a missing person investigation going back to 2020–which then became murder case that crossed state lines. The sentences follow the disappearance and murder of 41-year-old Jennifer Leyanna of Felton, Delaware. According to the Delaware Department of Justice, on October 9th, 2020, now 43-year-old Leonard Church of Henderson,…

Maryland Department of Health Releases New Maryland Action Plan to Prevent Suicide in Schools

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

A new comprehensive resource guide for schools has been released by The Maryland Department of Health. The Maryland Action Plan to Prevent Suicide in Schools includes training tools to better equip educators who are often the first points of contact for struggling students. The newly released Maryland Action Plan to Prevent Suicide in Schools is…

One Dead, Two Others Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash in Eden, MD

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

  A single-vehicle crash in the area of Cottman Road and Residential Drive in Eden, Maryland has left one person dead. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, late in the evening on Monday, September 2nd, the vehicle was heading south on Cottman Road and failed to negotiate a turn. The vehicle traveled off the…

Sections of North Indian River Inlet Beach closed to Recreational Activities

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

Beachgoers are advised that sections of the North Indian River Inlet Beach are closed to recreational activities due to debris and exposed bridge infrastructure creating unsafe conditions. Heavy equipment will also be moving in and around this area for the next several months. DNREC asks that visitors respect the access closures during this time period.

Three Arrested After Road Rage Incident in Queen Anne’s County

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

Three people have been arrested and charged following a road rage incident in Queen Anne’s County. According to the Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff, on the evening of August 24th, two vehicles were seen speeding and ramming each other on 301 Northbound near Warrington Farm Lane, prompting a traffic stop on one vehicle…

State Highway Administration to Resurface Section of US 13 (Salisbury Bypass) in Wicomico County Next Week

By Joe Ciccanti / September 4, 2024

A resurfacing project to improve the ride quality on US 13 northbound (Salisbury Bypass) from US 13 Business (S. Fruitland Boulevard) to MD 12 (Snow Hill Road) next week. This work should be completed by mid-November, weather permitting.  On Monday, September 9th, crews will begin milling (removing the top layer of asphalt) the roadway to…

House Fire in Westover, Somerset County Under Investigation

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

A house fire that occurred yesterday afternoon on Crisfield Highway in Westover, Somerset County is under investigation.  One occupant had to be assisted from the burning home by a passer-by. Two dogs were able to escape the home unharmed. Two individuals were transported to Tidal Health in Salisbury for smoke inhalation, which in each case…

Cat Tests Positive for Rabies in Wicomico County

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

A cat tested positive for rabies today in the area of Burnt Mill Road and New Hope Road in Willards, MD. The Wicomico County Health Department is advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals. Rabies is a preventable viral disease that exists in the…

Salisbury Police Department Requesting Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teenager

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

The Salisbury Police Department needs help in locating a missing 17-year-old. His name is Matthew Walsh. He was last seen on Birchwood Drive on August 29th at approximately 6:18 PM. Matthew is described as being 6′ in height, 180 pounds, and was last seen wearing black pants, a black t-shirt, and black shoes. Matthew has…

Maryland Department of Transportation Releases $18.9 Billion Draft Six-Year Capital Budget

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

The Maryland Department of Transportation today released its Draft Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2025 to 2030, outlining an $18.9 billion balanced plan that makes strategic investments to further the safety of the State’s transportation system and maintain operations. ​Important investments in the nearly $19 billion program include enhancing safety on the Eastern…

Delaware Mosquito Control Spraying Downstate This Evening

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

Weather permitting, the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans insecticide application(s) during the evening hours later today. The application with a truck-mounted sprayer will control adult mosquitoes in the Selbyville area as well as near Dagsboro, Frankford, Fenwick Island, Lewes, Millsboro including Longneck and Oak Orchard, Rehoboth Beach, and Dewey Beach. All insecticides to be used…

Easton Airport Airfield Modernization Program Runway Closure Update

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

Due to the continued work in connection with the Easton Airport Airfield Modernization Program, Runway 4/22 is closed again following the Labor Day Weekend. The closure is effective today, September 3rd until this Friday September 6th at 7 p.m. Runway 15/33 is open. One runway will always be open and available for operations in 2024.…

Driver Charged After Crashing into Deputy’s Vehicle While Impaired by Drugs

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

A driver whose vehicle struck the back of an on-duty Wicomico County Sheriff Deputy’s vehicle is facing charges that include Driving while impaired by Drugs. The collision happened on August 30th at just after 11:30 a.m. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s office, the deputy was westbound on RT 50 stopped at the red traffic…

Improper Ambulance Payments Result in Over $363K Penalty Against Highmark

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

Following a nearly years-long Market Conduct investigation, Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced today penalties against Highmark totaling over $363,500 related to improper volunteer ambulance company claims reimbursement. Reports had been received that payments were going to residents rather than directly to volunteer ambulance companies for payment of services. Also identified were 89 instances of…

Dover Police Preparing Citizens for Back-to-School Week

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

The Dover Police Department is offering the following information to better prepare the citizens for Back-to-School week. The Dover Police Department will utilize special enforcement units to increase presence in school zones and on bus routes throughout the city to target speed violations, passing of school buses, and other driving violations that threaten the safety…

Closure of Northbound US 301 Needed Friday, September 6th for Monitoring Equipment Removal

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

Monitoring and data collection equipment from the US 301 bridge over Chester River at the Queen Anne’s/Kent County line this Friday will require a total closure and detour of northbound 301 for that day beginning at 7 a.m. and continuing until 3 p.m. The detour is MD 544 east to MD 313 north to MD…

Robbery Investigation Underway in Dover

By Joe Ciccanti / September 3, 2024

Dover Police are investigating a robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon. Dover Police received the report of the robbery shortly after 4 p.m. The incident occurred in the area of Kesselring Ave and Haman Drive. Police say the victim was approached by three black males who demanded money. The victim did not comply, and one of…

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

By Joe Ciccanti / September 2, 2024

The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for several wanted sex offenders (click the link below for their profiles) after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. If anyone knows the location of these individuals, DSP wants you to call 302-672-5306. Information may also…

Two-Vehicle Accident at Pot Nets Creekside

By Joe Ciccanti / September 2, 2024

  A vehicle accident occurred in the area of Long Neck Road and Ridgewood Drive, Pot Nets Creekside yesterday, Sunday morning. The two-vehicle collision resulted in significant damage to the vehicles, but Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva no injuries were reported. According to the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company, it appears that…

Town of Dewey Beach Working on Flood Mitigation Projects

By Joe Ciccanti / September 2, 2024

The Town of Dewey Beach is working on three flood mitigation projects: Read Avenue bayside, Jersey Street 1st and 2nd block, and Van Dyke Avenue bayside. According to the Town’s monthly newsletter, on Read Avenue, the town is working with the Army Corps of Engineers on a proposed pump station project. On Jersey Street, the…

Laurel Man Wanted; Five Active Warrants for Arrest

By Joe Ciccanti / September 2, 2024

Laurel Police are asking for your help in locating 33-year-old Brandon Cain of Laurel, who has five active warrants for his arrest in Delaware. He is wanted by the Laurel Police Department for charges that include: -Theft Under $1500 (Class A Misdemeanor) -Possession of Drug Paraphernalia x2 (Class B Misdemeanor) -Trespassing Third Degree (Violation)  …

UPDATED: Milford Police Arrest 2 in Shooting Incident that Injured 4

By Joe Ciccanti / September 2, 2024

UPDATED – 09/08/24 – Milford Police have arrested two men in connection with a September 1st shooting that injured four people. Investigation led detectives to 20 year old Deontae King of Lincoln and 26 year old Laquan Johnson of Harrington who police say conspired to commit the shooting. Both men were arrested Friday. King is…

Two Millsboro Teens–Ages 15 and 13–Arrested for Repeated Burglaries, Thefts at Long Neck Business

By Joe Ciccanti / August 29, 2024

Delaware State Police have arrested two teenagers—a 15-year-old and a 13-year-old, both from Millsboro for breaking into and stealing from a Long Neck business repeatedly. According to police, the business targeted was Poppy’s Produce on Long Neck Road in Millsboro. Police received the report of a burglary on August 17th. When they arrived, they learned…