Capitol Police Investigating Death in Woods Behind Dover DMV

The Delaware Capitol Police are conducting a death investigation in a wooded area behind the Dover DMV, located at 303 Transportation Circle in Dover. Shortly before 10 a.m. on June 4th, Capitol Police officers responded to the area after being notified by Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) employees that members of a state service agency had discovered the deceased individual. Delaware Capitol Police detectives, with assistance from the Delaware State Police, are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the death. The body was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science to determine the cause and manner of death. The identity of the deceased is not being released pending notification of next of kin. No additional information about the victim is currently available. According to police, foul play is currently not suspected, and there is no public safety concern related to this incident.