Date/Time: Friday, June 28th, 2019 at approximately 1:30AM
Location: Wyoming Mill Road, approx. 900 feet South of Creek Ben Road, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred early Friday morning. At approximately 1:30AM on June 28th, 2019, witnesses (nearby residents) heard what they believed to be a collision in the area but did not locate it due to the dark conditions. Police were not notified. At approximately 5:24AM, a resident observed the crash scene and notified police.
Based on early findings, it is believed that Nicholas Dilorenzo (29/Wyoming, DE) was operating a 2001 Yamaha motorcycle northbound on Wyoming Mill Road at a high rate of speed at approximately 1:30AM. Dilorenzo failed to negotiate a left curve in the roadway and lost control, traveling off the east side of the roadway and striking two fences prior to stopping in a backyard. Dilorenzo succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The crash remains under investigation at this time.
Location: Unit Block of North Kirkwood Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested Dover resident, Sencier Mansfield (19) on drug and weapons charges. Officers from the Dover Police Department were assisting Delaware Probation and Parole with a home visit at Mansfield’s residence in the unit block of North Kirkwood Street in Dover and based on information discovered at that time, obtained a search warrant for the home. The search warrant led to the discovery of a 9mm and .40 caliber handgun. The 9mm handgun was later discovered to be reported stolen to Delaware State Police Troop 3. Officers also located approximately 1,287 bags of heroin during the search.
As a result of the arrest, Mansfield was committed to SCI in default of $237,500 cash bond on the following offenses:
-Possession of Firearm During Commission of Felony (2x)
-Possession of Ammunition by Person Prohibited (5x)
-Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited (2x)
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Heroin
-Possession of Heroin
-Receiving Stolen Firearm
-Illegal Gang Participation
-Drug Paraphernalia
Location: East Loockerman Street and South New Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested 28-year-old Kwame Redmond on drug charges on Wednesday morning. At approximately 12:04AM, officers contacted a group of subjects in the area of East Loockerman Street and South New Street. Redmond fled from officers on foot but was taken into custody a short time later. When officers checked an area where Redmond attempted to hide, they discovered 650 bags of heroin. Redmond was committed to SCI in default of $62,000 cash bond on the following charges:
-Possession with Intent to Deliver
-Possession of Heroin
-Tampering with Physical Evidence
-Resisting Arrest
-Drug Paraphernalia
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: Dover Public Library, 35 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is seeking the identity of the suspect pictured below after he allegedly committed a sex act in the Dover Public Library. At approximately 12:59PM on Saturday, June 22nd, officers responded after a 17-year-old female reported that she was working on a computer on the 3rd floor of the library. During that time, she looked over and observed the male suspect seated in a lounge chair rubbing his exposed penis. The female left quickly and reported the incident, but the suspect had fled the area prior to police arrival.
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 may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delawarecrimestoppers.com; a cash reward of up to $1,000 is possible for information leading to an arrest.
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 may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delawarecrimestoppers.com; a cash reward of up to $1,000 is possible for information leading to an arrest.
Location: Dover Mall, 1365 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested four juveniles on Saturday afternoon after responding to a complaint for disorderly subjects refusing to leave the Dover Mall. Officers responded to the mall after security notified Dover Police that a group of juveniles refused to leave the property and were being disorderly. As officers, arrived on scene, they in initially drove past the juveniles who were all on bicycles. As they drove past, Jaziah Wilson (13) pulled out a BB gun and fired multiple times at the Dover Police vehicles, striking them multiple times, causing minor damage. The four juveniles then fled and the officers successfully apprehended them after a brief chase, leading to the charges listed below. A total of three BB guns were recovered from the four suspects.
Acting Chief, Major Tim Stump released the following statement regarding the incident:
“I first want to commend these officers for the restraint that they showed during what quickly became a “High Risk” situation. Our officers were faced with tough, split second decision and I can’t tell you how proud I am of them and all that responded to assist in the apprehension including the rest of the shift who responded and DSU officers who responded to provide assistance.
It’s times like these that shed light on the great importance of having a well trained department. What could have been a tragic ending turned out perfectly and I’m thankful for that. I am sure the officers are as well. The juveniles were apprehended and no one was injured. The officers actions were remarkable!”
The Three BB Guns Recovered from the Dover Mall Incident
Mugshots and bonds were not available at time of release.
The Dover Police Department has made an arrest in the murder of 35-year-old Tyrone Sampson that occurred on March 30th, 2019 on Weston Drive. Jermaine Brown (36) was arrested by the US Marshal’s First State Fugitive Task Force on June 18th at an apartment in the Persimmon Tree apartment complex in the 500 block of Persimmon Tree Lane. Brown was arrested without incident. Another resident in the apartment, Samantha Randall, was also arrested for hindering prosecution at the time.
Brown was committed to SCI on $330,500 cash bond on the following offenses:
-Murder 1st Degree
-Possession of Firearm During Commission of Felony
-Possession of Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited (2x)
-Reckless Endangering 1st Degree (2x)
-Criminal Mischief
Samantha Randall (26) was released on an O.R. bond on a single charge of Hindering Prosecution.
Jermaine Brown
Samantha Randall
APRIL 1, 2019 UPDATE
Tyrone Sampson (35), the victim of a shooting that occurred on Weston Drive in the early morning hours of March 30th, 2019, has died as a result of his injuries. Sampson was pronounced dead on Monday, April 1st, 2019 after suffering a gunshot wound to his upper body two days prior.
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 may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delawarecrimestoppers.com; a cash reward of up to $1,000 is possible for information leading to an arrest.
ORIGINAL RELEASE
Incident/Complaint#: 50-19-9439
Date/Time: Saturday, March 30th, 2019 at 3:50AM
Location: Unit Block of Weston Drive, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a 35-year-old Dover man in critical condition on early Saturday morning. At approximately 3:50AM, officers responded to a report of shots fired in the Unit Block of Weston Drive. Upon arrival, officers located the victim with a gunshot wound to the upper body. The officers performed first aid until medics arrived and transported the victim to a nearby hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
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 may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delawarecrimestoppers.com; a cash reward of up to $1,000 is possible for information leading to an arrest.
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a 22-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his arm. The victim reported being shot in the arm during an altercation with an unknown male suspect. The victim was treated at a nearby hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
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 may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delawarecrimestoppers.com; a cash reward of up to $1,000 is possible for information leading to an arrest.
