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2 children, mother trapped in car fire suffer 'extensive burns' in Wilmington: police
WILMINGTON, DE - A mom and her two children are suffering burns after police say they were inside a car that was on fire Monday night in Wilmington. On July 1, 2024, at around 7:30 p.m. the Wilmington Fire Department responded to the intersection of A Street and South Walnut Street for a report of a car fire.
Troopers Arrest Woman for Stealing Vehicle from Delaware Park Casino Parking Lot
The Delaware State Police arrested 28-year-old Breana Brooks of Dover, Delaware, for stealing a Nissan from Delaware Park Casino’s parking lot on Friday afternoon. On June 28, 2024, at approximately […] The post Troopers Arrest Woman for Stealing Vehicle from Delaware Park Casino Parking Lot appeared first on Delaware State Police - State of Delaware.
Good Samaritans who saved children from burning car in Wilmington describe heroic actions
A mom and her two children are lucky to be alive after escaping a car fire thanks to the help of good Samaritans in Wilmington, Delaware.It happened just after 7:30 p.m. Monday at the intersection of A and South Walnut streets as the mother was leaving a gas station.Fortunately, at that gas station was a group of men who jumped into action to save the family."They have a little business here. They wash cars," said Wilmington Firefighter Alex Ortiz, who served as an interpreter as the men spoke to Action News.As she left the parking lot, the men who work...
Delaware State Police investigating fatal 3-car, head-on collision
Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal three-car crash that took place in New Castle County on Monday.It happened at approximately 4 p.m. on the 1100 block of Wilson Road in Brandywine Hundred.Troopers responded to the scene for reports of a three-car, head-on collision.Upon arrival, authorities said two people in two of the vehicles were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.An elderly man in the third vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.Wilson Road has been closed for investigation.State police have not released the victim's identity or what led to the crash.
Firefighter treated for minor injuries after 2-alarm fire at home in New Castle County
A firefighter suffered minor injuries while battling a two-alarm blaze in Wilmington, Delaware, on Tuesday.It happened just after 12:30 p.m. on the 800 block of North Lombard Street.Firefighters were called to the scene for reports of a house fire. Upon arrival, crews saw smoke coming from the roof of a two-story rowhome.The fire spread rapidly, according to police.Additional crews were called in to help fight the flames.After approximately 45 minutes, authorities say the fire was placed under control.The fire caused heavy damage to the roof and second floor of the home, as well as moderate damage to the roof of a next-door residence.As a result of the blaze, one firefighter was transported to Wilmington Hospital with minor injuries. No other injuries were reported.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
High school football player shot, killed in Chester, Pa.
A high school football player in Chester, Delaware County, was shot and killed over the weekend, officials confirmed Tuesday.The shooting happened just after 6:30 p.m. Sunday in the area of 24th and Crosby streets.When officers arrived at the scene, police located 17-year-old Zaheem Sabree along the 100 block of East 24th Street.He suffered a gunshot wound to the head, authorities say.Sabree was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.On Tuesday, officials with the Chester Upland School District (CUSD) confirmed that Sabree was a rising 12th grader and a member of CUSD's High School football program."The shocking...
Victim Carjacked At Gunpoint While Pumping Gas
The Delaware State Police are investigating a New Castle area Sunoco gas station armed carjacking that occurred last night. Officials said on June 28, 2024, at approximately 10:07 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a carjacking that occurred at the Sunoco located at 285 Christiana Road in New Castle. Upon arriving, troopers learned that the 24-year-old victim was at the gas pumps in a Chevrolet Malibu when he was approached by a masked black male suspect who made unknown demands while threatening the victim with a firearm. The victim complied as the suspect stole the victim’s cell phone and car keys. The suspect then fled northbound on Airport Road in the victim’s car. The victim was not injured.
Woman's arrest by New Castle County officers captured on social media under investigation
New Castle County police are investigating an incident in which four county officers are captured on video forcefully arresting a woman in a Route 40 Royal Farms parking lot, according to New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer. Meyer's statement, posted to New Castle County Government's Facebook page, also promised to release police...
State Police search for suspects in New Castle - area motel robbery
A front desk clerk at the Red Roof Inn at Route 13 and I-295 was robbed at knifepoint early Tuesday. Delaware State Police said one male and a female came into the motel at about 3:18 a.m. and demanded money. The male suspect jumped the counter and threatened the clerk with a knife.
Source: Employee Reportedly Tied Up During Tuesday Morning Robbery
Police are investigating what we are told is a robbery at the Walgreens located on Route 40 in Glasgow . Earlier this morning we told you that sometime after 8:00 am a large number of police responded to the Walgreens had set up a perimeter behind the store. schorse is...
Wanted man found with defaced gun during traffic stop: Egg Harbor Twp., NJ, Police
Authorities say a man who was wanted in Salem County for a previous handgun offense was allegedly found with a defaced handgun during a traffic spot in Egg Harbor Township last week. At about 10:00 on the night of June 25th, the EHT Police Department says one of their officers...
3 dead after transit bus hits trash truck and catches fire on Route 1 Media Bypass
Three people are dead after a fiery crash between a community transit bus and a trash truck in Upper Providence Twp., Delaware County.The district attorney's office said the victims include the driver of the bus and two passengers.The crash happened just before 8 a.m. Tuesday in the southbound lanes of the Route 1 Media Bypass near the ramp for Route 252.Police say the bus struck the back of the trash truck and then caught fire.Video from Chopper 6 showed the charred remains of the bus with the trash truck stopped nearby.Chopper 6 over scene of crash on Media Bypass in...
Police in Delaware County investigating 11 incidents of vehicle thefts, break-ins; 3 men sought
Police in Nether Providence, Delaware County, are investigating at least 11 incidents involving car thefts or break-ins that took place within six hours Tuesday morning."You think you would hear about one or two, but to hear that everything was so widespread was really surprising," said resident Greg Stapleton.Stapleton says he is new to the neighborhood, and he was shocked to learn about the crime spree.Detectives are searching for at least three males who allegedly committed a rash of vehicle thefts and break-ins across Wallingford."Definitely not happy about it," said Stapleton. "Frustrated is a good word.""It's too bad that it happens...
Brothers in Blue save choking infant in Delaware County | Heroes on the Frontline
Yeadon Police Patrolman Matthew O'Donnell and Corporal Joseph O'Donnell from Darby Borough are siblings who answered a mother's desperate call for help when her 1-year-old baby was choking."We arrive on scene and we get into the door, and a lady comes to the door with the baby in her hand," Matthew recalled.Never before seen body cam video shows the O'Donnells jumping into action for the frantic mother and her unresponsive baby."The baby is completely limp. She says 'She's choking, she's choking,'" Matthew noted.Alongside his brother, Joseph, the pair begin back blows and chest thrusts."I took the baby out of her...
Man Who Injured Trooper Recently Arrested Again
Jacob Singleton, a 24-year-old resident of Bear, Delaware, has been arrested by the Delaware State Police for felony criminal mischief at a Townsend business. This arrest comes just weeks after Singleton was previously detained for multiple felony offenses in Newark. On June 27, 2024, at approximately 7:10 p.m., troopers responded...
Police: Bear spotted in Newark died trying to cross highway
The bear that captivated Delawareans last week has died, state police said. The animal was struck and killed by a vehicle while attempting to cross Route 1 in the area of School Bell Road near Bear, Delaware, around 11 p.m. last Tuesday. Police said the Delaware Department of Transportation has removed the animal from the roadway. The driver who hit the bear was not injured. ...
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