Date/Time: Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 at 4:00PM
Location: West Loockerman Street at S. New Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department and Delaware Probation and Parole arrested Dandre Chandler (27) on Wednesday afternoon on drug charges. The incident occurred when Chandler was contacted by Probation and Parole at approximately 4:00PM in the area of West Loockerman and South New Streets. Chandler dropped a Cheetos bag that contained 39 bags of heroin. Chandler had also been seen operating a vehicle that was nearby. A search warrant was obtained for that vehicle and an additional 113 bags of heroin were located. Chandler, who was on probation, was issued a Violation of Probation as well.
Chandler was committed to SCI on the Violation of Probation and $11,500 bond on the following charges:
-Possession of Heroin (Tier 1)
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Heroin
-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.
The Dover Police Department has arrested two brothers in connection with a pair of robberies of food delivery drivers on August 29th. The press releases from both incidents are shown below. Melkin Ramos (20) was charged in both incidents and was arrested on September 10th, 2019 by the Dover Police Department. Tommy Ramos (17) was charged in connection with the second incident and was arrested on September 6th by the Dover Police Department.
Melkin Ramos was committed to SCI on a $45,000 secured bond on the following charges:
-Robbery 1st Degree (2x)
-Conspiracy 2nd Degree
-Offensive Touching
Tommy Ramos received a $10,000 secured bond on the following charges:
-Robbery 1st Degree
-Conspiracy 2nd Degree
Tommy Ramos Age: 17 Dover, DEMelkin Ramos Age: 20 Dover, DE
First Robbery Incident on August 29th
Incident/Complaint#: 50-19-27476
Date/Time: Thursday, August 29th, 2019 at 12:39AM
Location: 1061 S. Little Creek Road, Dover, DE (Dover East Estates MHP)
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery of a pizza delivery employee that occurred early on Thursday morning. At approximately 12:39AM, a delivery employee attempted to deliver food at a residence in the Dover East Estates Mobile Home Park. Upon arrival, a male suspect was waiting for him and asked if the employee had change for a $100. The employee told him he did not, then the suspect punched the employee and fled with the food he was holding. The suspect was described as a male in his late teens-early 20’s, Hispanic, and 5’8″-5’10” in height.
Second Robbery Incident on August 29th
Incident/Complaint#: 50-19-27567
Date/Time: Thursday, August 29th, 2019 at 10:11PM
Location: 1061 S. Little Creek Road, Dover, DE (Dover East Estates MHP)
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery of a pizza delivery employee that occurred early on Thursday night. At approximately 10:11PM, a delivery employee attempted to deliver food at a residence in the Dover East Estates Mobile Home Park. Upon arrival, a male suspect was waiting for him. While speaking with the suspect, a second suspect entered the passenger side of the victim’s vehicle and punched him. The first suspect grabbed the victim around the head and threatened to stab him if he did not give him money. The suspects then fled with an undisclosed amount of cash and food. The first suspect was described as a male in his early 20’s, Hispanic, and 6’0″ in height, approximately 200 pounds. The second suspect was described as a Hispanic male in his early 20’s.
The Dover Police Department has made an arrest in the August 10th robbery of a 16-year-old in the Dover East Estates mobile home park. Ka’Jhye Sturgis (14) was charged with Robbery 1st Degree and Conspiracy 2nd Degree after being identified as one of the suspects involved in the August 10th incident, further described below in the original press release. Sturgis was committed to a juvenile detention facility in default of $21,000 secured bond.
Incident/Complaint#: 50-19-25325
Date/Time: Saturday, August 10th, 2019 at 6:39PM
Location: Dover East Estates, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred on Saturday evening. At approximately 6:39PM, a 16-year-old male victim was walking in the Dover East Estates mobile home park when he was approached by two juvenile suspects. The suspects demanded the victim’s headphones and he refused. The juveniles then assaulted the victim, making him briefly lose consciousness. The suspects then fled with the victims backpack and other belongings. The victim was treated at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital for his injuries. The suspects were described as two black males, skinny build, approximately 15-16 years old.
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.
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred at 7-11 located at 449 S. New Street on Monday morning. At approximately 1:46AM, two suspects entered the business with one displaying a firearm and demanding money. The suspects then jumped over the counter and removed cash from the register and then fled northbound on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. The first suspect was described as a black male, wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and black pants. The second suspect was described as a light skinned black male, wearing a red, blue, and green hooded sweatshirt.
Suspects from 7-11 Robbery on 9/9/2019
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.
UPDATE: The Dover Police Department has charged Keith Landry (47) in connection with the death of Gerard Landry. Keith Landry was developed as a suspect during the investigation of the August 20th assault that resulted in the death of Gerard Landry on August 25th. On September 6th, the Dover Police Department and the U.S. Marshals First State Fugitive Task Force took Keith Landry into custody in the Hartly area without incident.
Keith Landry was committed to SCI on $50,000 cash bond on the following offenses:
-Manslaughter
-Possession of Deadly Weapon During Commission of Felony
Keith Landry Age: 47 Dover, DE
Incident/Complaint#: 50-19-26527
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 20th, 2019 at 7:47PM
Location: Unit Block of Ann Avenue, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a possible homicide as the result of an incident that occurred on August 20th. At approximately 7:47PM, officers responded to the Unit Block of Ann Avenue for a report of an argument and a possible emergency medical situation. Upon arrival, Gerard Landry (39) was located with a severe head injury. Landry was transported to Kent General Hospital for treatment. Landry succumbed to his injury on August 25th, 2019. During the time Landry was hospitalized, it was unknown what had caused his head injury and Landry could not communicate with investigators or medical personnel as a result of his condition. Once an autopsy was completed, it was determined that Landry’s death was a homicide, with the injury being caused by another person.
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.
On Friday, September 6th, 2019 at approximately 8:30PM, officers observed Zion Saunders (18) in the area of S. New Street and Reed Street. Saunders had been identified as a suspect in the August 11th shooting on S. New Street and was wanted by the Dover Police Department. Officers attempted to stop Saunders, who fled in a vehicle. During the pursuit, assisting officers were able to successfully deploy stop sticks which deflated the tires to the vehicle that Saunders was operating. Once Saunders was stopped, he continued to physically resist officers as they took him into custody.
Saunders was issued an O.R. Bond on the following charges stemming from the pursuit and arrest:
-Disregard Police Officer Signal
-Resisting Arrest
-Disorderly Conduct
-Several Traffic Offenses
Saunders was committed to SCI in default of $26,100 cash bond on the following charges in connection with the August 11th shooting incident:
-Assault 2nd Degree
-Possession of Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited (2x)
-Reckless Endangering (12x)
-Criminal Mischief (2x)
Zion Saunders Wilmington, DE Ae: 18
Incident/Complaint#: 50-19-25373
Date/Time: Sunday, August 11th, 2019 at 2:45AM
Location: Unit Block of S. New Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning that left a 26-year-old female with a minor injury. At approximately 2:45AM on August 11th, officers responded to the Unit Block of S. New Street for a report of several shots fired. Arriving officers learned that the female victim suffered a graze wound to her lower body. The victim was treated at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital and released.
Officers discovered several shell casings at the scene and that at least two houses were struck by gunfire. No other injuries were reported.
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.
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred at 7-11 located at 449 S. New Street on Monday morning. At approximately 1:46AM, two suspects entered the business with one displaying a firearm and demanding money. The suspects then jumped over the counter and removed cash from the register and then fled northbound on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. The first suspect was described as a black male, wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and black pants. The second suspect was described as a light skinned black male, wearing a red, blue, and green hooded sweatshirt.
Suspects from 7-11 Robbery on 9/9/2019
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.
