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Police: Wanted Man Caught In The Act, Released On His Own Good Name
State Police have arrested Thomas Hetzler, 52. of Wilmington following a series of similar shoplifting incidents at Wegmans, located at 371 Buckley Mill Road in Wilmington. Officials said on the evening of July 4, 2024, around 7:00 p.m., a Wegmans employee alerted an on-duty trooper about a habitual shoplifter trespassing on the premises. The employee identified the suspect, Thomas Hetzler, who was in possession of a shopping cart filled with grocery items. Recognizing Hetzler from previous shoplifting incidents, the trooper intercepted him as he exited the store with stolen goods valued at over $300.
Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crash in Newark
The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash that occurred yesterday afternoon in Newark that left one man dead. On July 5, 2024, at approximately 4:14 p.m., a pedestrian was walking northbound on the right shoulder of Salem Church Road, north of Michaels Lane. At the same time, an unknown white vehicle was also traveling northbound on Salem Church Road, north of Michaels Lane. For unknown reasons, the vehicle failed to maintain its lane of travel and drifted onto the shoulder, where it struck the pedestrian. The striking vehicle did not remain at the scene and fled northbound on Salem Church Road.
Delaware Cops Punch, Drag Black Woman By Her Locs to Wrestle Her to the Ground In Brutal Arrest, Bodycam Footage Shows
Authorities in a Delaware town released body camera footage that showed multiple cops punch a Black woman several times in the head during her arrest […] Delaware Cops Punch, Drag Black Woman By Her Locs to Wrestle Her to the Ground In Brutal Arrest, Bodycam Footage Shows
Edgemoor and surrounding areas raise environmental, health concerns from Port of Wilmington expansion
Residents and community groups in and around Edgemoor are pushing back on the Port of Wilmington expansion. The state announced the $635 million public-private partnership project in May – the new facility in Edgemoor will quadruple the port’s capacity for container cargo and handle newer and larger ships.
Report: Affordable apartments are out of reach of many low-wage Maryland renters
Maryland is among the most-challenging states for minimum wage workers to earn enough to be able to afford rent for a two-bedroom apartment, a new report shows. The post Report: Affordable apartments are out of reach of many low-wage Maryland renters appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Salisbury Police Investigate Body Found at Burger King Dumpster
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury Police are investigating a body found in the vicinity of a dumpster behind the Burger King on South Salisbury Blvd. The Police Department confirmed to WBOC that an adult man was found dead. A Department spokesperson said there are no suspicious circumstances and no threat to the public.
NJ lifeguards start shift early to rescue 9 beachgoers at once
OCEAN CITY — Another close call over the weekend is a reminder to not go near water unless a lifeguard is present. 6 ABC in Philadelphia reported nine beachgoers had to be rescued from the ocean after falling off the 9th Street jetty Saturday morning. The outlet said the...
Millsboro police courting local engagement
From its new headquarters, the Millsboro Police Department is soliciting community involvement, with an invitation for residents to join the hoopla. A new basketball court, made possible by a donation from Mountaire Farms and designed by Davis, Bowen & Friedel, is part of the agency's complex at 120 Railroad Ave.
Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit in battle over pop icon Prince's estate
A Delaware judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit filed by former business advisers to the late pop music icon Prince against two of his siblings and other heirs in a dispute over his estate.The judge on Friday also agreed with plaintiffs L. Londell McMillan and Charles Spicer Jr. that an agreement purporting to replacing them as managers of a limited liability company established by three siblings was invalid.Prince died of an accidental fentanyl overdose in 2016. He had no will, and his six siblings inherited equal interests in the estate.Three of them assigned their combined 50% interest to Prince...
Lewes PD Arrest 2 on Drug & Weapons Offenses
Lewes Police with assistance from the DEA Southern Delaware Task Force conducted surveillance of a Rehoboth Beach area man which ended on June 25th with arrest. Police say 35 year old Gregory Lawson-Hixon was known to be active in illegal drug sales in the City of Lewes and during the surveillance he was seen with a large quantity of drugs and stopped after entering a vehicle driven by another subject. Lawson-Hixon was in possession of one pound of marijuana, 106 Amphetamine pills, 140 Oxycodone pills, 100 Xanax pills, 7.5 grams of a mixture of heroin and fentanyl, a digital scale and $4700 in cash. Lawson-Hixon was charged with 16 felony level violations and is being held at SCI in default of $70,000 cash bail.
When does school start and how long is the school year in Pa.?
Sure, it’s still summer, but before you know it, school will be back in session. As parents, understanding how much time your child will spend in school each year can help you prepare for the upcoming academic season. Here’s a quick overview of the school year requirements in New...
Chia seed recall as FDA issues highest risk level after salmonella warning
The FDA classified a batch of recalled chia seeds with the highest risk level last week as a dangerous salmonella outbreak linked to the seeds as the public is urged to check their products and throw out any they find
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