Month: May 2014

DPD complaint #
50-14-12282
Date / Time
May 17, 2014 at 0025 hrs
Location
New Castle Ave and E Water St

On Saturday May 17, 2014 at approximately 0025 hours witnesses reported hearing several gunshots in the area of New Castle Ave and E Water St. Two suspects were involved in a gun fight and upon the officers arrival, one suspect was seen fleeing from the scene on foot. Officers observed him carrying a handgun and the gave chase. The suspect was apprehended and found to be in possession of a 357 revovler. Officers identified the suspect as Alfonzo White and discovered that he had been shot in the leg by the other suspect, who is still unknown at this time. Officers recovered two different types of shell cassings from the scene and found that one residence was damaged during the incident. The investigation is still ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Gott at 736-7138 or Dover PD at 736-7111.

Def
White, Alfonzo 22 of 4636 Oakland St Philadelphia, Pa
Crimes
Possession of firearm by person prohibited
Carrying a concealed deadly weapon
Resisting arrest

The Dover Police Department is re-releasing the details and new images from the Dover Federal Credit Union bank Robbery that occurred on Friday, May 16th, 2014.  Details of this case can be found below the newly released images.  The department is seeking the assistance from the public to identify the suspect.  The red SUV style vehicle was captured on area surveillance when the suspect fled the bank.  Anyone with any information is asked to call 302-736-7111.  Callers may remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on-line at www.tipsubmit.com.

New Images:

Incident #: 50-14-12223       Date/Time: Friday May 16, 2014  2:05PM

Location: Dover Federal Credit Union, 225 Saulsbury Road Dover, DE

Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a bank robbery that occurred on Friday afternoon.  Police responded to the Dover Federal Credit Union located at 225 Saulsbury Road, after a suspect robbed the location.  At approximately 2:05PM, the suspect entered the bank through the main lobby and entered the line for the bank tellers.  The black male suspect approached a teller and displayed a note demanding money from the teller.  The suspect then fled from the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash in a southeast direction, through the Blood Bank of Delaware parking lot.  The suspect then entered what appears to be a red in color SUV that was parked facing westbound on Clara Street, just east of the Blood Bank of Delaware building.  The vehicle then fled southbound on Saulsbury road.  No injuries were reported at the bank.  Images of the suspect are displayed below.  Anyone with any information is asked to call 302-736-7111.  Callers may remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on-line at www.tipsubmit.com.

Update: The Dover Police Department has arrested a 17-year old in connection with the Sunday evening robbery of a female victim on Webbs Lane.  Christopher Sanford of Dover was charged with Criminal Mischief Under $1,000, Conspiracy 2nd Degree, and Robbery 2nd Degree on Monday, May 12th after surveillance footage from a local establishment captured him in the area  just minutes before the robbery.  Sanford was released to his parents pending a later court date.

Incident #: 50-14-11777       Date/Time: Sunday May 11, 2014  6:50PM

Location: 400 Block of Webbs Lane Dover, DE

Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating an early evening purse snatching that occurred in the 400 block of Webbs Lane on Sunday, May 11th.  At approximately 6:50PM, a 44 year old female victim was walking in the area of the 400 Block of Webbs lane, when an unknown black male suspect grabbed the victims purse.  The force used by the suspect, caused the bag to tear and the victims wallet to fall to the ground.  The suspect then picked up the wallet and fled east on Webbs Lane.  The suspect is described as a black male, 6’0″, 140-150 pounds, with a bright orange t-shirt and dark shorts.  The suspect was also accompanied by an unknown black male who was waiting for the suspect, east of the robbery location.  There was no injury to the victim.

The Dover Police Department has once again partnered up with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety for the Click It or Ticket Seat Belt Campaign.  The Click It or Ticket campaign will be in full effect with statewide overtime seat belt enforcement starting Monday, May 12th through 26th. Enforcement includes seat belt checkpoints in Dover 30 saturation patrols to be conducted day & night by by the Dover Police Department. Much of the enforcement will occur in the afternoons and evenings when the majority of unrestrained injuries and fatal crashes occur.

Delaware’s seat belt use rate is 92% compared to the national use rate of 86%. At this time last year 50% of the 14 fatal vehicle occupants in Delaware were not wearing seat belts compared to currently 42% of 31 fatal vehicle occupants.

Delaware law requires drivers and all passengers, including those in the back seat, to wear a seat belt. An officer can pull over a driver if he sees any person in the vehicle not wearing a seat belt, even if there is no other violation. Officers will be issuing citations for seat belt violations as part of a zero tolerance policy. The ticket, which goes to the driver no matter who is unbuckled in the vehicle, totals $83.50.

“As we kick-off the busy summer driving season it’s important that everyone buckles up every time they go out, both day and night – no excuses,” said Jana Simpler, Director for the Office of Highway Safety. “Delaware law enforcement officers are prepared to ticket anyone who is not wearing their seat belt – Click It or Ticket.”

Dover Police Officers conduct a seat belt checkpoint

Dover Police Officers conduct a seat belt checkpoint

Dover Police Officers conduct a seat belt checkpoint

Dover Police Officers conduct a seat belt checkpoint

Dover police officers address seat belt violations during a seat belt checkpoint

Update:   On Saturday 5-10-14 suspect Robert T. Hawkes was arrested for the armed robbery in White Oak Park after turning himself in at the Wilmington Police Department. Hawkes was arraigned at JP#7 and committed to James T. Vaughn Correctional Center in default of $41,000.00 secured bond.

Incident #: 50-14-11266         Date/Time: Tuesday, May 6th at 3:10PM

Location:  White Oak Park, 1210 White Oak Road, Dover, DE

Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating an afternoon robbery of a man in the White Oak Park, located at 1210 White Oak Road.  At approximately 3:10 PM the victim met with Suspect-Robert Hawkes (23) in White Oak park to sell an XBOX item for $250.00.  When the victim arrived, he was approached by Hawkes and another male subject.  The unknown suspect pointed a handgun while Hawkes went through the victim’s pockets, stealing cash (undisclosed amount), a cell phone, and other personal items.  The unknown male suspect is described as a dark skinned black male, 5’6″-5’8″ and 180-195 pounds.  Robert Hawkes currently has a warrant for his arrest.  The charges are shown in the below photo of Hawkes.

Incident #: 50-14-11777       Date/Time: Sunday May 11, 2014  6:50PM

Location: 400 Block of Webbs Lane Dover, DE

Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating an early evening purse snatching that occurred in the 400 block of Webbs Lane on Sunday, May 11th.  At approximately 6:50PM, a 44 year old female victim was walking in the area of the 400 Block of Webbs lane, when an unknown black male suspect grabbed the victims purse.  The force used by the suspect, caused the bag to tear and the victims wallet to fall to the ground.  The suspect then picked up the wallet and fled east on Webbs Lane.  The suspect is described as a black male, 6’0″, 140-150 pounds, with a bright orange t-shirt and dark shorts.  The suspect was also accompanied by an unknown black male who was waiting for the suspect, east of the robbery location.  There was no injury to the victim.

Pending Charges:

• Robbery 2nd Degree
• Conspiracy 2nd Degree
• Criminal Mischief

Incident #: 50-14-11735         Date/Time:  Between Saturday May 10, 2014 2220 hours and Sunday May 11, 2014 0645 hours

Location: 913 S Dupont Hwy Dover, DE

Narrative:

Between Saturday May 10, 2014 and Sunday May 11, 2014 an unknown suspect forced entry into the Capitol Diner through the rear door. Once inside the suspect removed the till from the cash register which contained an undisclosed amount of money. Suspect fled the business into an unknown direction. The investigation is still ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7111. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on-line at www.tipsubmit.com.