SBI to Begin Appointments for Those Requiring Services for Pre-Employment Purposes

The Delaware State Police State Bureau of Identification (SBI), has remained open during the Coronavirus outbreak, and has implemented necessary changes throughout, in an effort to safely and efficiently continue to provide services to our community. Beginning on Friday, May 15, 2020 SBI will again be offering appointments to those individuals requiring services for pre-employment…

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UPDATED: DSP Arrest Millsboro Woman for Reckless Endangering

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Updated – 5/13/20 3:30pm – A woman wanted by Delaware State Police for reckless endangering has been arrested. Police say 29 year old Donshea Brewer of Millsboro turned herself in at Troop 4. She’s being held at the Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution in default of a $12,500 secured bond. =============================================== Delaware State Police are looking…

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UPDATED: Stabbing Incident Near Laurel – Ruled Homicide

UPDATED -5/6/20 – A death investigation in the Laurel area has been ruled a murder by Delaware State Police. Laurel Police were investigating a stabbing that occurred during a fight on Susan Beach Road. Four victums were suffering from stab wounds when they showed up at the Laurel Police Department. The four victims were taken…

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New Castle Man Charged in Bridgeville Burglary

A New Castle man has been arrested in connection with the burglary of a Bridgeville business early Monday morning.  State Police were called to OA Newton for an alarm just before 2am and found the front window smashed and the business had been burglarized with cash and two TVs or computer monitors taken.  Delmar police…

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UPDATED: Route 54 Crash Near Keenwick Under Investigation

UPDATED 5/3 9:30am – A Selbyville area woman is hospitalized with serious injuries after she was struck by a pickup truck on Route 54 near Salty Way near Keenwick.  Delaware State Police say the 69 year old woman was riding a bicycle in the bicycle lane when she suddenly crossed the roadway in front of…

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Laurel Man Charged with Aggravated Menacing

A Laurel man is charged with aggravated menacing after an incident on Whaleys Way in Laurel Friday afternoon.  Delaware State Police met a 17 year old female victim who said she was outside when her dog began barking.  She saw a man – identified as 24 year old Gideon Sisk – talking to her dog…

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Wilmington Man Charged with DUI After Crashing into Long Neck Home

Delaware State Police were called after a vehicle crashed into a Long Neck home on East Wind Drive Friday night.  Police found a Mercedes Benz collided with the home – and smelled alcohol when they contacted the driver, 54 year old John Ruello of Wilmington.  Investigation showed that Ruello was southbound on Long Neck Road…

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Harrington Teen Charged in Thefts from Vehicles in Henlopen Acres

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A Harrington teen has been arrested by Delaware State Police in connection with multiple thefts from vehicles.  Police were called to Henlopen Acres last week after several theft from vehicle complaints – that occurred during the overnight hours of Monday into Tuesday.  Investigation led police to 18 year old Dalton Hillard of Harrington as one…

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DSP Looking for Two for Selbyville Area Robbery

 A 25 year old man is hospitalized after a robbery Friday night near Selbyville.  Delaware State Police say two victims were in the area of Washington Avenue and Polly Branch Road when two male suspects with their faces covered demanded cash and assaulted the male victim – striking him in the head with a handgun.…

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Magnolia Teen Arrested for Attempted Murder

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A Magnolia man has been arrested by Delaware State Police on two counts of attempted murder.  Police were called early Friday morning to the Canterbury Shore Stop in Felton for a report of a shooting.  Police learned that the victims went home to their home in Camden-Wyoming where they spoke with a 17 year old…

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Georgetown Man Arrested after Domestic Incident

Georgetown Police have arrested 19-year-old Cecil Gilmore of Georgetown, for multiple felony-related charges stemming from a domestic incident Monday morning. The incident occurred on Monday, April 13, 2020 in the Dunbarton Oaks apartment complex. Georgetown Police were dispatched to reports of a woman running through the complex parking lot, yelling that someone was trying to…

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Rehoboth Beach Woman Arrested on Burglary & Other Charges

A Rehoboth Beach woman has been arrested on burglary and other offenses.  Delaware State Police were called to Central Avenue Sunday around 11:30am for a disorderly incident.  The 51 year old victim was arguing with 33 year old Kristin Shabazz who then threw an object striking the victim as she began to remove Shabazz’s belongings. …

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DSP Investigating Shots Fired near Millsboro

Delaware State Police are currently investigating a shots fired complaint. The incident occurred on April 6, 2020 at approximately 2pm, when Troopers were dispatched to the area of Lynch Road and Daisey Road near Millsboro, for a report of shots being fired. There is heavy police activity in the area and motorists should expect delays…

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14 Year Old Charged in Threat against IRHS

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A 14 year old Millville girl has been charged by Delaware State Police in connection with a threat aimed at Indian River High School last month.  School District officials notified police about the threat on March 9th – and the investigation revealed that the teen made written threats in a journal – specifically targeting the…

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DSP Academy Cancels 49th Trooper Youth Week in June

The Delaware State Police Academy has cancelled the 49th Trooper Youth Week scheduled to run from June 22-26, 2020.  Our concern for the health and well-being of our community as well as our Troopers remains our top priority.  We greatly appreciate the continued partnership with the American Legion, Department of Delaware and look forward to working with…

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Deadline to Apply to DSP Fall 2020 Academy Class Nearing

The Delaware State Police Fall 2020 hiring process deadline is quickly approaching! Applications need to be submitted on or before April 8, 2020 to be considered for our Fall 2020 Academy Class. Applications can be submitted online via our website www.becomeatrooper.com Questions concerning this information can be directed to the Recruitment Office of the Delaware State Police…

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Driver Cited in Friday Night Route 24 Crash near Love Creek

A crash on Friday night around 10:30 on Route 24 near Love Creek left on driver with minor injuries and a citation.  Delaware State Police say the driver of a Honda stopped to make a left turn when a Hyundai struck them from behind.  The driver of the Honda was not injured, the 18 year…

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DSP Investigate Threat against Indian River HS

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A threat aimed at Indian River High School is under investigation by Delaware State Police.  Police learned on Monday that a student made written threats aimed at the school.  Further investigation revealed a 14 year old student made the written threats in a journal – specifically targeting the school – however, the student has not…

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DSP Arrest Wanted Bridgeville Man for Felony Assault

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A Bridgeville man wanted for domestic felony assault charges has been located and arrested by Delaware State Police.  Police located 28 year old Arthur Williams in Walker’s Mill on Monday – he’s charged with 2 counts of strangulation, 3 counts of assault and multiple other offenses.  He’s being held at SCI in default of a…

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UPDATED: DSP Looking for Bridgeville Man Wanted for Domestic Assault

UPDATED – 9:30am – Delaware State Police are looking for 28 year old Arthur Williams of Bridgeville who is wanted on felony charges related to a domestic assault.  Police say Williams was arguing with his ex-girlfriend at a Bridgeville home when the argument turned physical and he unlawfully restrained her.  Williams was gone when police…

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Delmar Man Charged after Domestic Incident in Bridgeville

A Delmar man has been arrested after a stabbing that occurred during a domestic incident in Bridgeville early Saturday morning.  Delaware State Police were called to a home on Wilson Farm Road for a break-in and serious assault after the victim’s ex-boyfriend broke into her home and began to assault her with a metal pipe…

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