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A Georgetown man was arrested after police say he caused a chase when officers tried to pull him over for failing to re-register as a sex offender. Georgetown Police charged 25-year-old Eder Rosas with numerous traffic charges and failing to re-register as a sex offender after a vehicle chase Thursday afternoon. Rosas was observed by…
Delaware State Police are continuing to investigate a shooting incident that seriously injured a man in Seaford. According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred shortly before 1 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13 as troopers were dispatched to the 23000 block of German Road for reports of a shooting. Troopers arrived and located a…
A duo from Pennsylvania were arrested after police say they were found with crack cocaine and other drugs in Milford. According to the Milford Police Department, shortly before 12 a.m. Tuesday, officers conducting a proactive patrol of Brightway Commons located a parked vehicle that was occupied with a noticeable smell of marijuana coming from the…
A Harrington man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for selling fentanyl that he purchased on the dark web and sold on the streets of Sussex County, resulting in the death of a woman who overdosed. David C. Weiss, U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware, announced that 33-year-old Christopher Hurd, of Harrington, was…
At least one person has died in Delaware from severe lung disease believed to be caused from vaping, according to officials with the Division of Public Health. Currently in Delaware, there are 11 cases of vaping-related lung injury that meet the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) case definition as either probable or confirmed. Additionally, DPH…
Delmarva Power is donating 2,900 smoke alarms to local communities for Fire Prevention Week through its partners at the Delaware State and Maryland State Fire Marshals’ Offices. This is the 20th year Delmarva Power has donated the life-saving devices as part of its efforts to join local emergency services personnel to help keep its customers…
Ocean City Police say they’re prepared if the crowd of unruly car enthusiasts decide to return in two weeks to wreak havoc during Endless Summer Cruisin’. Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro said his department is prepared for whatever may occur and they’re monitoring social media and will make adjustments accordingly. “We have the information…
After a failed bid for Congress, Scott Walker is back at it again, and this time he has his sights set on the U.S. Senate. Known for his controversial antics and makeshift signs, Walker switched his party affiliation and announced a run against Senator Chris Coons in the 2020 Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. Walker…
After Iron Hill Brewery announced that it’s relocating its latest location out of state due to a law limiting how many a company operate, one Delaware State Rep. has taken steps to remove the restrictions and fight for free market principles. Delaware State Representative Bryan Shupe is the primary sponsor of House Bill 158, legislation…
A Seaford woman has died following a multi-vehicle crash that injured several people on Route 9. According to the Delaware State Police Department, the crash occurred around 3:30 p.m., Monday as a 2017 Fiat Coupe was traveling eastbound on County Seat Highway (Route 9), stopped at the intersection of Asbury Road about to turn left.…
The Delaware Department of Correction and the Delaware Division of Forensic Science are investigating the death of an inmate at James T. Vaughn Correctional Center in Smyrna. On Sunday, 71-year-old Theodore Benson, of Millsboro, was found unresponsive lying on the floor of his cell. Life-saving measures were taken by medical staff until EMS arrived, who…
A Salisbury man has been sentenced to 90 years in prison for sexually abusing children. 52-year-old Charles Quails was sentenced to a total of 90 years of active incarceration, 25 years each for two counts of sexual abuse of a minor, 20 years for one count of second degree rape, and 20 years for one…
“Never again will they hold our city hostage and challenge our police department,” Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan said of the thousands of unruly car enthusiasts who wreaked havoc in the beach town over the weekend. Annually, City Officials and Police are faced with increasing challenges as hundreds, if not thousands, of unruly car enthusiasts…
State Police would like to remind motorists use extra caution on Delaware roadways as the deer rut and hunting season is fast-approaching during the months of October and November. The majority of deer activity resulting in crashes occur during the dusk and dawn hour on main roads as well as back roads. Keep a sharp…
A Pittsville, Maryland man was arrested on DUI charges in Wicomico County after police say he drove drunk and struck a telephone pole. Maryland State Police were called to a single vehicle crash around 5:30 p.m. Sunday in the area of Old Ocean City Road and Bent Pine Road. Troopers arrived and met with the…
Delaware State Police are investigating an industrial accident that seriously injured a Seaford man after he fell off a roof. According to State Police, the incident occurred Thursday, around 10 a.m. as troopers were dispatched to Bi-Rite Auto Sale on Sussex Highway in reference to an industrial accident. Police arrived and learned that a 35-year-old…
Country star Jimmie Allen says fake GoFundMe pages are being made in Delaware to fraudulently raise money for his Father’s funeral. Allen, who lived in Milton prior to his rise to fame, took to social media last week to express concerns over what he described as “fake gofundme pages” being made in Delaware, claiming to…
Delaware State Police and the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) have joined forces to address the issue of distracted driving by conducting a series of statewide enforcement initiatives. This enforcement initiative took place during the morning and mid-afternoon time frames, on State Route 1 and along the Rt. 13 corridor in the Troop 2…
The world’s largest offshore wind turbines could be coming to the coast of Ocean City and not everyone is happy about it, specifically those who argue it would create an eyesore on the horizon and commericial fisherman who question the impact it could have on their operations in the region. The proposal would install turbines…
The Laurel Police Department concluded a month long narcotic investigation Thursday resulting in the seizure of more than 500 bags of heroin. Early Thursday morning Laurel Police officers with the assistance of the Delaware State Police executed a search warrant at 2708 Daniel Street in Carvel Gardens. Located inside the residence were the targets of the…
A serious crash on Route 113 claimed the life of a Frankford man early Thursday morning. According to the Delaware State Police Department, the crash occurred shortly after 8 a.m. Thursday as a Mercury Milan was traveling westbound on Daisey Street, approaching the intersection of Route 113 northbound, which is controlled by a posted stop…
Delaware State Police arrested and charged a man with his 5th DUI after he rear-ended a vehicle at a red light near Laurel. According to State Police, the incident occurred just before 6 p.m. Wednesday when troopers were dispatched to a motor vehicle crash on Sussex Highway, south of Trussum Pond Road. Further investigation revealed…
Republican Congressional candidate Lee Murphy slammed Congresswoman Lisa Blunt-Rochester over her support of the current impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. “She’s out of touch with the people of Delaware,” Murphy explained in an interview with WGMD’s Rob Petree where he said there are no real grounds to impeach the President. Congresswoman Blunt-Rochester recently took…
The Seaford School District is issuing letters of apology to parents and officials in the Milford School District after a parody of the National Anthem was played to open the girls volleyball game Tuesday night at Seaford High School, sparking outrage from some who were in attendance. Prior to Tuesday night’s girls volleyball match between…
Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) employees joined together with the Food Bank of Delaware, legislators, and volunteers to distribute 30,000 pounds of non-perishable food, fresh produce, and dairy products to Delawareans in need. The mission was made possible through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Trade Mitigation Program, which provides payments to…