Location: Hazletville Road, east of Wyoming Mill Road
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Monday evening. At approximately 5:57PM, a Jeep Compass was traveling westbound on Hazletville Road, approaching Wyoming Mill Road. At the same time, Bernard Etapale (63), was riding a bicycle in the bike lane, traveling westbound as well. As the Jeep Compass approached Etapale, he left the bike lane and entered the straight travel lane, directly in the path of the Jeep Compass. The Jeep Compass struck the bicycle, causing Etapale to fall off the bicycle and strike the windshield of the Jeep. Bystanders and arriving Dover police officers rendered first aid and CPR to Etapale, who was transported to Bayhealth Kent General a short time later. Etapale was later flown to Chrisitana Hospital, where he was alter pronounced dead as a result of head trauma. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision.
Dover Police Department K9’s Receive Ballistic/Stab-Proof Vests
The Dover Police Department’s K9 Gerome has received a ballistic vest thanks to a nonprofit organization, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. a Massachusetts based nonprofit organization, and Armor Express, a Michigan based manufacturer. Armor Express of Central Lake, MI. has an incentive program for every 15 vests purchased by the charity, a free vest was awarded. Vests were donated to K9’s in Illinois, Wisconsin, Texas, South Carolina, Delaware, North Dakota, and Arkansas.
The Dover Police Department’s K9 Gunner also received a ballistic vest thanks to a nonprofit organization, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., and Lynda Gordon of Coconut Grove, FL provided $1,050.00 for K9 Gunner’s vest. The vest will be embroidered with the sentiment “In loving memory of Corky Gordon”, in honor of her loving pet that passed away.
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a 501c(3) charity located in East Taunton, MA whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. The non-profit was established in 2009 to assist law enforcement agencies with this potentially lifesaving body armor for their four-legged K9 officers. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provided over 1,590 protective vests, in 49 states including Alaska and Hawaii, through private and corporate donations, at a cost of over 1.5 million dollars. All vests are custom made in the USA by Armor Express in Central Lake, MI.
The program is open to dogs actively employed in the U.S. with law enforcement or related agencies who are certified and at least 19 months of age. New K9 graduates, as well as K9s with expired vests, are eligible to participate.
The suggested donation to provide one protective vest for a law enforcement K9 is $1,050. Each vest has a value between $1,795 – $2,234, a five-year warranty, and an average weight of 4-5 lbs. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts tax-deductible donations of any denomination at www.vik9s.org or mailed to P.O. Box 9 East Taunton, MA 02718.
The following images contain the newest Megan’s Law Sex Offender Notifications for the City of Dover. If there any questions or concerns, please contact the Dover Police Sex Offender Enforcement Unit.
Location: North State Street and Division Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
Two suspects were arrested after robbing a 24-year-old man at gun-point on Friday morning. At approximately 1:30AM, the victim was walking in the area of Division Street, when approached by a light colored Chrysler 300. The vehicle stopped and a black male suspect exited the rear passenger side and pointed a gun at the victim, taking numerous items belonging to the victim. The suspect then entered the vehicle and fled. Officers responded to the scene and located a vehicle matching the description in the area of North State and Division Streets. The suspects fled from the vehicle and led officers on a brief foot chase before being apprehended. As officers checked the suspects vehicle, a stolen firearm and the victims property were located inside.
Joseph Murray was charged with the following crimes and committed to JTVCC on $65,200 secured bond:
-Robbery 1st Degree
– Possession of a Firearm During Commission of Felony
-Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited
-Possession of a Weapon with obliterated serial number
-Aggravated Menacing
-Wearing a disguise during commission of felony
-Receiving Stolen Firearm
-Conspiracy 2nd Degree
-Resisting Arrest
-Criminal Mischief
-Criminal Impersonation
Joseph Murray Age: 24 Address: Unit Block of Wooded Way, Dover, DE
Kyle Colliver was charged with the following crimes and committed to JTVCC on $31,850 secured bond:
-Robbery 1st Degree
– Possession of a Firearm During Commission of Felony
-Possession of a Weapon with obliterated serial number
-Aggravated Menacing
-Wearing a disguise during commission of felony
-Receiving Stolen Firearm
-Conspiracy 2nd Degree
-Resisting Arrest
-Criminal Mischief
Location: Wesley College, Williams Hall, 120 North State Street, Dover
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested an 18-year-old man for possession with intent to deliver marijuana on Thursday, October 8th. Wesley College security detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from a room belonging to Joshua Glover. When they checked the room, they discovered a bottle containing 34 individually packaged bags of marijuana. Two digital scales, clear bags, bottles to store marijuana, and $795.00 cash was also found in the room. The marijuana weighed a total of 23.4 grams.
Glover was released on $5,250 unsecured bond on the following charges:
-Possession With Intent to Deliver Marijuana
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Location: West Division Street at North Queen Street (Traffic Stop)
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department discovered a 9mm handgun and 19.9 grams of marijuana on a traffic stop, leading to the arrest of a Dover man on Tuesday, October 6th. At approximately 5:55PM, officers contacted Lewis Harrell (24) and Nyraina Walker (20) in the area of West Division Street and North Queen Street during a traffic stop. It was discovered that Harrell was in possession of a 9mm Taurus Handgun during the stop. Further investigation led to the discovery of 19.9 grams of marijuana as well.
Lewis Harrell was released on $13,800 unsecured bond on the following charges:
-No Valid License
-Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon
-Possession with Intent to Deliver
-Possession of Marijuana
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
-Conspiracy 2nd Degree
Lewis Harrell Age: 24 Address: Unit Block of Stevenson Drive, Dover
Nyraina Walker was released on $6250.00 unsecured bond on the following charges:
-Possession with Intent to Deliver
-Possession of Marijuana
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
-Conspiracy 2nd Degree
Nyraina Walker Age: 20 Unit Block of S. New Street, Dover
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a home invasion that occurred in the 100 Block of Spruance Road. On Tuesday, October 13th at 2:40AM, two unknown suspects entered the residence after forcing open the locked front door. Once inside, the suspects fired a gun six times, striking the walls and a couch in the home. The victim stated that one suspect chased him throughout the home, before fleeing out the back door with the other suspect. The suspects were described as two black males, with unknown height/weight or clothing. The victim did not suffer any physical injuries.
The investigation is 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 http://www.tipsubmit.com or through the Dover Police Department MyPD Mobile App.
Date/Time: Monday, October 12, 2015 between Noon-4:30PM
Location: 100 Block of Pine Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred between Noon and 4:30PM on Monday, October 12th. During this time, an unknown suspect entered the back yard of a residence and entered a detached garage, removing various tools and a battery powered chain saw. The suspect then entered the home through a rear door and stole two laptop computers, several pieces of jewelry and a wallet.
The investigation is 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 http://www.tipsubmit.com or through the Dover Police Department MyPD Mobile App.
