Day: April 12, 2017

Incident/Complaint#:  50-17-11084

Date/Time:  Tuesday, April 11th, 2017 between 6:00AM and 6:26PM

Location:  600 Block of Maple Parkway, 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 Tuesday, April 11th.  The incident occurred between 6:00AM and 6:26PM, when an unknown suspect entered a vacant residence by forcing open a rear door.  Once inside the home, the suspect stole jewelry, electronics, and gift cards before fleeing.

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#:  50-17-11117

Date/Time:  Wednesday, April 12th, 2017 at 12:05AM

Location:  900 Block of West North Street, Dover, DE

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

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting in the area of Simon Circle on Wednesday morning, just after midnight.  According to the 24-year-old victim, he was in the area of the Simon Circle Community Building when an unknown vehicle drove by with the front passenger holding a shotgun.  The victim stated that he took cover and watched the vehicle travel towards the entrance of Simon Circle when the passenger shot at him.  The victim returned fire with a handgun he was legally and openly carrying, and the suspect vehicle fled.  The victim suffered minor injuries to his hands and face and was treated at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital.

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#:  50-17-11036

Date/Time:  Tuesday, April 11th, 2017 at 11:31AM

Location:  Kenton Road, just North of College Road, Dover, DE

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

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a Hit and Run Accident that occurred on Tuesday morning.  At approximately 11:31AM, police responded to the area of Kenton Road, just north of College Road for a vehicle that struck a tree.  Further investigation revealed that an older model black SUV (similar to GMC Jimmy or Chevrolet Blazer according to the victim) began tailgating the female victim on Kenton Road while traveling northbound.  The suspect attempted to pass the victim over a double yellow line, but suddenly sideswiped the driver side of the victim’s vehicle, causing her to go off the roadway and strike a tree.  The victim suffered minor injuries and was treated and released from Bayhealth Kent General Hospital.  The suspect continued to travel northbound on Kenton Road without stopping.  The suspect is described as a heavy-set white male with a goatee.

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