Month: December 2021

Incident Number: 50-21-38092

Date/Time:  Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 at 8:17 a.m.

Location: Unit Block of N. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Office
Sergeant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department arrested Anthony Conyer on drug and firearm offenses during a traffic stop on Tuesday morning. Conyer was stopped by an officer for a traffic violation at approximately 8:17 a.m. During the stop, officers could smell a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and detained Conyer. A total of 336 grams of marijuana, $1,120 in drug proceeds, and a loaded 9mm handgun were located inside of the vehicle. Conyer was committed to SCI on a $28,000 secured bond on the following offenses:
-Possession of Firearm During Commission of Felony
-Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana
-Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited
-Possession of Marijuana
-Drug Paraphernalia

If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please 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 delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance.  You can contact the Victim Services Unit at 302-736-7134 or by email at: Diane.Glenn@cj.state.de.us

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Incident Number: 50-21-388100

Date/Time:  Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 at 11:21 a.m.

Location: Spence’s Bazaar, 550 S. New Street, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Office
Sergeant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department arrested Nolan Swearinger (58) on robbery charges following an incident at Spence’s Bazaar on Tuesday morning. At approximately 11:21 a.m., Swearinger shoplifted an item from a vendor at Spence’s Bazaar. When the vendor attempted to stop him, Swearinger punched the 76-year-old male victim in the face. When officers arrived, Swearinger ran but was apprehended a short time later.

Swearinger’s arraignment is pending on the following charges:
-Robbery 1st Degree
-Assault 2nd Degree
-Theft
-Resisting Arrest

If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please 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 delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance.  You can contact the Victim Services Unit at 302-736-7134 or by email at: Diane.Glenn@cj.state.de.us

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Incident Number: 50-21-37746

Date/Time:  Friday, December 10th, 2021 at approximately 8:10 p.m.

Location: 400 Block of Barrister Place, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Office
Sergeant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that damaged an unoccupied vehicle in the 400 Block of Barrister Place on Friday evening. At approximately 8:10 p.m., officers responded to the area after receiving multiple calls for shots fired. Upon arrival, they located multiple shell casings on the roadway and a Dodge Durango SUV that was struck several times by gunfire. No injuries were reported and no other property appeared to be damaged as a result.

If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please 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 delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance.  You can contact the Victim Services Unit at 302-736-7134 or by email at: Diane.Glenn@cj.state.de.us

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Incident Number: 50-21-37626

Date/Time:  Thursday, December 9th, 2021 at 9:30 p.m.

Location: River Road and New Castle Avenue, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Office
Sergeant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department arrested Eugene Anderson (21) on firearms offenses on Thursday night. At approximately 9:30 p.m., a Dover police officer attempted to stop Anderson for a traffic violation in the area of River Road and New Castle Avenue. Anderson fled from the officers in the vehicle but the officers did not pursue. A short time later, a different officer observed the vehicle at a dead-end at Morris Drive and Orchard Avenue. Officers took Anderson into custody without incident and found him to be in possession of a handgun with an obliterated serial number.

Anderson was committed to SCI on a $46,600 secured bond on the following offenses:
-Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited
-Possession of Firearm During Commission of Felony
-Possession of Firearm with Obliterated Serial Number
-Illegal Gang Participation
-Disregard Police Officer Signal

If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please 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 delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance.  You can contact the Victim Services Unit at 302-736-7134 or by email at: Diane.Glenn@cj.state.de.us

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Incident Number: 50-21-37522

Date/Time:  Thursday, December 9th, 2021 at 1:44 a.m.

Location: Forrest Avenue and Dover High Drive (traffic stop), Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Office
Sergeant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department arrested Aaron Carrillo (18) on firearm and drug offenses following a traffic stop on Thursday morning. Officers stopped Carrillo for a speeding violation at approximately 1:44 a.m. on Thursday morning in the area of Forrest Avenue and Dover High Drive. When the officers contacted Carrillo, they observed what appeared to be a handgun in the rear seat. Carrillo was detained without incident. During a search of the vehicle, officers located 9mm ammunition, a 9mm handgun, 27 grams of marijuana, and a fixed blade knife that was 9.5″ in length.

Carrillo was released after posting a $65,000 secured bond on the following offenses:
-Possession of Marijuana
-Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon
-Possession of deadly Weapon During Commission of Felony (2x)
-Possession of Deadly Weapon by Person Prohibited (2x)
-Traffic Offenses

If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please 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 delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance.  You can contact the Victim Services Unit at 302-736-7134 or by email at: Diane.Glenn@cj.state.de.us

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Incident Number: 50-21-37633

Date/Time:  Wednesday, December 9th, 2021 at 10:04 p.m.

Location: 100 Block of North New Street, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Office
Sergeant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department and Delaware Probation and Parole arrested two men on drug and firearms offenses on Wednesday night in the 100 Block of North New Street. The men were contacted by officers after a curfew check was conducted on an unrelated subject in the area. Antwaun Campbell was seen with a red object in his hand, which turned out to be a red bandana containing 9.4 grams of crack cocaine. Tyrese Bailey, who was with Campbell, was in possession of two handguns, 1.3 grams of marijuana, and an additional 5.2 grams of crack cocaine.

Bailey was committed to SCI on a $34,450 secured bond on the following offenses:
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine
-Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon (2x)
-Possession of Firearm During Commission of Felony (2x)
-Possession of Firearm by Person Possessing Controlled Substance (2x)
-Possession of Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited (4x)
-Possession of Crack Cocaine
-Possession of Marijuana
-Drug Paraphernalia
-Loitering

Campbell was released on an O.R. bond on the following charges:
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine
-Possession of Crack Cocaine
-Breach of Release (banned from home on S. New Street from prior incident)
-Lotiering

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If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please 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 delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance.  You can contact the Victim Services Unit at 302-736-7134 or by email at: Diane.Glenn@cj.state.de.us

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UPDATE: The Dover Police Department has made an arrest in connection with the Delaware Auto burglary that occurred in November. Ahmad Taylor (21) was developed as a suspect during the investigation and detectives obtained an arrest warrant for him. On December 7th, 2021, Taylor was taken into custody at the Delaware State University by campus police. Taylor was released on an O.R. bond on the following offenses:
-Burglary 3rd Degree
-Theft of Services
-Criminal Mischief

Incident Number: 50-21-33828

Date/Time:  See Narrative

Location: Delaware Auto, 1319 West Division Street, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Office
Sergeant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred at Delaware Auto on West Division Street.  The incident occurred sometime between 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 5th, 2021 and 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 6th, 2021.  During this time period an unknown suspect forced entry into a garage through a boarded up window and removed a set of keys from the building.  The suspect then took a 2008 Ford Taurus with unknown New Jersey tags from the parking lot.  

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 delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.