Day: February 6, 2017

Incident/Complaint#:  50-17-3604

Date/Time:  Wednesday, February 1st, 2017 at 7:01PM

Location: Unit Block of S. Governors Avenue, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police K9 Unit apprehended a fleeing burglary suspect on Wednesday evening after he fled from arriving officers.  At approximately 7:01PM, officers responded to an occupied residence in the Unit Block of S. Governors Avenue for a burglary in progress.  When patrol units arrived, they attempted to contact suspect Henry Fordham (38), when Fordham fled on foot.  An arriving K9 officer located Fordham and deployed K9 Gerome to assist with the apprehension.  K9 Gerome successfully apprehended Fordham in the 300 Block of West Division Street.  While officers were attempting to handcuff Fordham, he bit an officers finger, causing minor injury.

Fordham was charged with Attempted Burglary 2nd Degree, Offensive Touching of a Law Enforcement Officer, and Resisting Arrest.  A photo was not available at time of release.

Incident/Complaint#:  50-17-3979

Date/Time:  Saturday, February 4th, 2017 at 7:42PM

Location: Parking lot of Dollar Tree, 261 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

A 13-year-old male was assaulted during a robbery on Saturday evening in the parking lot of Dollar Tree at 261 N. DuPont Highway.  While walking in the area, the male victim was assaulted by two male suspects, striking him in the head and torso, knocking him to the ground.  The suspects then stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the victim and fled southbound on foot.  The victim (with parents decision) did not seek medical treatment.  The suspects were described as black males with one wearing light color jeans, black jacket, white t-shirt, and black shoes.  The second suspect was wearing black jeans and a white hooded sweatshirt.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. 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

Incident/Complaint#:  50-17-4090

Date/Time:  Sunday, February 5th, 2017 between 6:00PM-10:41PM

Location: Vondaway Drive, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a residential burglary that occurred on Sunday, February 5th, between 6:00PM and 10:41PM.  During that time, an unknown suspect(s) forced entry into a home on Vondaway Drive by using a tool to pry open the front door.  Once inside, a 54″ Sony TV and a Playstation 4 were stolen.  At this time, no suspect information/description is available.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. 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