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Newark man accused of stealing $40,000 worth of merchandise in organized retail theft scheme
A Newark man is behind bars, accused of orchestrating an organized retail theft scheme that stole more than $40,000 worth of merchandise from stores around New Castle County. Delaware State Police said Moses Warren, 33, is responsible for at least 18 incidents of shoplifting from late May through the end of June. He is accused of stealing eyewear, cigarettes and various household goods from stores including Giant, Rite Aid, Royal Farms, Kohl’s, Sunglass Hut at Macy’s, Walgreens and Wawa. ...
Video released of woman's controversial arrest in Delaware; incident now under review
Police in New Castle County, Delaware have released body camera video of a woman's controversial arrest.It happened Saturday at a convenience store parking lot on Pulaski Highway.The video was released on Thursday, July 4. Officials say they are currently investigating the use-of-force incident.Police say it all began when an officer saw a driver commit several traffic violations and confirmed the car's registration was suspended without insurance.They say the officer attempted to pull her over at Pulaski Highway and Wellington Drive, but she continued to a Royal Farms parking lot in Bear.Once she stops, the video shows the officer demanding she...
Crash on Route 13 leaves 54-year-old motorcyclist dead; police investigating
A 54-year-old Dover man died Tuesday afternoon after his motorcycle was hit by a car near Smyrna, according to Delaware State Police. His name will be released once his family is notified. Police said the 54-year-old was riding a 2002 Yamaha YZFR1 motorcycle south in the left lane of Route...
Man charged with sixth DUI after falling asleep behind the wheel in Glasgow
A Delaware City man is facing his sixth DUI charge after falling asleep behind the wheel in the parking lot of an auto repair center in Glasgow, police said. The incident happened shortly after 8:30 a.m. July 1 outside the Lunch Box Garage on Pulaski Highway, according to state police. Employees of the business saw a pickup truck blocking the garage doors. When they approached, they found the driver slumped...
Man shot dead in Wilmington's East Side community identified by city police
A 49-year-old man who was fatally shot early Thursday has been identified by Wilmington police as Kevin Harris. Harris, according to police, was in the 900 block of Lombard St. when he was shot about 1:05 a.m. ...
Drug Investigation Leads to Arrest and Seizure in New Castle
(New Castle, De. 19720) Detectives from the New Castle County Division of Police Safe Streets Task Force and Mobile Enforcement Team have charged 24-year-old Damion Thomas of New Castle following an investigation into drug dealing. The investigation, launched in June 2024, targeted drug distribution in New Castle County and identified Damion Thomas as the suspect through investigative methods.
Delaware State Police Investigate Armed Carjacking at New Castle Wawa, Suspect at Large
Authorities are on the lookout following an armed carjacking that took place at a Wawa convenience store in New Castle, Delaware. The Delaware State Police announced that they are currently investigating the crime which occurred in the early hours this morning. According to the official report, the incident happened around...
Police: Maryland mom released on bond after daughter exposed to fentanyl, cocaine
ELKTON, Md. — A mother charged with child abuse and multiple drug-related offenses has been released from the Cecil County Detention Center and awaits a preliminary hearing later this month. Andrea Wilkie, 42, is facing nine charges following a child abuse/neglect referral in January and an arrest warrant in...
NCCPD RESPONSE TO USE OF FORCE INCIDENT
The New Castle Division of Police is aware of a video circulating regarding a use-of-force incident between a citizen and our officers. The incident occurred on the afternoon of June 29, 2024, at the Royal Farms on Pulaski Highway. At the direction of the Chief of Police, the body-worn camera...
GOLD ALERT ISSUED FOR MISSING WILMINGTON MAN – MICHAEL PULLARO
(Wilmington, DE 19808) The New Castle County Division of Police has issued a Gold Alert for 56-year-old Michael Pullaro of Wilmington. Michael was last seen at his home on Glackens Lane around 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, 2024, and has not been seen since. Michael made comments that caused concern for his welfare and safety. All efforts to locate or contact Michael have been unsuccessful.
Woman charged with assault after incident at North East Wendy's
NORTH EAST — A woman is facing assault charges after she allegedly climbed through the drive-thru window at the Wendy’s in North East and threatened employees while brandishing scissors — because she had applied for a job and hadn’t heard back from management, according to Cecil County District Court records. No one was injured during the incident, which occurred at approximately 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday at Wendy’s near the North East Station shopping center in the 2000 block of West Pulaski Highway (Route 40), police...
Smyrna Police Investigating Shooting at George Wright Municipal Park
Smyrna Police say the shooting happened on July 3, around 8 p.m., at George Wright Municipal Park. Officers say they responded to an anonymous call about gunshots. Upon arrival, officers reportedly located shell casings from 3 separate firearms in the parking lot. Police say all bystanders on the scene stated they did not witness anything or were uncooperative.
Body cam of controversial arrest, big racing weekend, National Fried Chicken Day
Hey, there, Delaware. If you’ve lost track this week, it’s Saturday. We are still under a heat advisory today in the Wilmington area, with highs expected to reach 95. If you’re...
UPDATE: Delaware State Police Cancel Gold Alert for Missing Clayton Man
UPDATE: 11:10 a.m.– The Gold Alert issued by Delaware State Police Troop 3 for Steven Fabi has been canceled. Steven has been located. Delaware State Police Troop 3 has issued a Gold Alert for 36-year-old Steven Fabi of Clayton, Delaware. He was last heard from by phone at 2:10 a.m. this morning, July 4th. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and he has made statements that raise concerns for his safety and well-being. He is described as a white man, approximately 5’6” tall, and weighing about 155 pounds, with blue eyes and short brown hair. His clothing description is currently unknown, and it is unclear whether he is traveling on foot or by car. Anyone with information regarding Steven’s whereabouts is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 3 by calling (302) 697-4454 or dialing 9-1-1. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
N.J. motorist struck and killed bicyclist, fled from police, cops say
A South Jersey motorist is behind bars after he allegedly struck and killed a bicyclist, fled the scene, then led police on a chase Tuesday evening in Salem County, police said. Deandra L. Brownpalmer, 44, of Swedesboro, was driving a car westbound on the 300 block of Shirley Road in...
Elkton man charged after gun-related incident spurs raid
ELKTON — A man remained jailed on Tuesday after he allegedly pointed a firearm at a visitor outside an Elkton residence over the weekend and threatened to shoot, leading to a police raid in which investigators confiscated more than two and a half ounces of suspect methamphetamine, two loaded handguns and other evidence, according to Cecil County District Court records. Investigators identified the suspect as 34-year-old Lance Poppiti, whose address is listed in court records as 200 Hollingsworth Manor in Elkton, where the incident leading...
Man gets time served - 94 days - in Elkton reckless endangerment case
ELKTON — A judge has sentenced a man to time served — 94 days — for resisting arrest and a related offense that he committed during an incident at an Elkton motel in April 2023, according to Cecil County Circuit Court records. Cecil County Circuit Court Judge William W. Davis Jr. imposed a maximum five-year sentence on the defendant — Robert L. Grubb, 25, now of Felton, Del. — for reckless endangerment and then suspended all but 94 days of the penalty during a courtroom...
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