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Month: January 2026
Burglary On East Loockerman Street
Incident Number:Â 50-26-651
Date/Time: Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 between 9:29 a.m. and 9:49 a.m.
Location: 400 Block of East Loockerman Street Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred on Wednesday morning. The investigation began at 9:49 a.m., when Dover Police responded to a residence in the 400 block of East Loockerman Street in reference to a burglary complaint. The ensuing investigation revealed that sometime between 9:29 a.m. and 9:49 a.m., a black male forced entry into the home that was occupied by two juveniles. The male began to rummage through the home and take property belonging to the victim, but when he was confronted by one of the juveniles, he fled the residence.
There are no leads to release at this time.
This 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 www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.
Shooting On New Street
Incident Number:Â 50-26-578
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 6th, 2026 at 7:01 p.m.
Location: Unit Block of South New Street Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday evening. The investigation began at 7:01 p.m. when Dover Police responded to the unit block of South New Street for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival Officers found a vehicle and a home were struck by gunfire. The ensuing investigation revealed that two victims were seated in a vehicle when they were shot at by unknown suspects. One of the victims exited the vehicle and ran away. Thankfully, no one was injured during this incident; however, the vehicle and a nearby home were damaged by the gunfire. The victim that ran away refused to cooperate with Police.
There are no leads to release at this time.
This 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 www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.
Magnolia Man Arrested Following Barricade Situation
Incident Number: 50-26-556
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 6th, 2026 at 2:27 p.m.
Location: Unit Block of Fairway Lakes Drive Dover, DE
Contact:Â Â Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid  Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
The Dover Police Department has arrested Traymere Stevens, 29, of Magnolia, following a barricade situation on Tuesday afternoon. The investigation began at 2:27 p.m. Tuesday, when members of the Dover Police Department’s Drugs, Vice and Organized Crime Unit, US Marshals First State Fugitive Task Force, and the ATF attempted to arrest Stevens in the Unit block of Fairway Lakes Drive. Stevens was currently wanted for a shooting that occurred in June of 2025 (Dover Police Investigate Shooting). When Officers attempted to arrest Stevens, he ran into an apartment in the unit block of Fairway Lakes Drive and refused to exit the apartment.
The Dover Police Department’s Special Operations Response Team and Crisis Negotiations team were activated and responded to the scene to assist. After approximately two and a half hours, at 4:49 p.m., Stevens surrendered and was taken into custody without further incident.
Officers conducted a search of the apartment and located 33.5 grams of cocaine, 51.5 grams of crack cocaine, and a silver revolver type handgun.
Stevens was committed to SCI on $188,000 cash bail on the following charges:
-Assault First Degree
-Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony
-Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
-Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (4x)
-Possession of a Firearm By a Person Prohibited(2x)
-Tampering With Physical Evidence
-Criminal Mischief Over $5000
-Conspiracy Second Degree
-Resisting Arrest
-Criminal Mischief Under $1000
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Stevens is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Magnolia, DE
Burglary At Flavor Of India
Incident Number:Â 50-26-407
Date/Time: Monday, January 5th, 2026, 3:58 a.m.
Location: Flavor of India, 348 North DuPont Highway, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred at Flavor of India early Monday morning. The investigation began at 10:06 a.m., when Dover Police responded to the business for the report of a burglary. The ensuing investigation revealed that between 3:58 a.m. and 4:58 a.m., a black male entered the business through a rear door, and once inside, removed money and left.
The suspect is described as a black male, wearing all black clothing and black/white sneakers. There are no additional leads to release at this time.
This 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 www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.
Robbery On Rockford Crossing
Incident Number:Â 50-26-367
Date/Time: Sunday, January 4th, 2025 at 10:03 p.m.
Location: Unit Block of Rockford Crossing, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred late Sunday evening. The investigation began at 10:03 p.m., when Dover Police responded to the unit block of Rockford Crossing for the report of a robbery. Upon arrival, Officers made contact with the victim. The ensuing investigation revealed the victim was approached by a black male with a silver handgun who demanded the victim turn over his electric scooter. The victim ran away, and the suspect stole the victim’s scooter and fled.
There are no additional leads to release at this time.
This 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 www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.
Robbery On Carvel Drive
Incident Number:Â 50-26-171
Date/Time: Friday, January 2nd, 2026 at 5:43 p.m.
Location: 800 Block of Carvel Drive Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred on Friday evening. The investigation began at 5:43 p.m. Friday, when Dover Police responded to the 800 block of Carvel Drive in reference to the report of a robbery. Upon arrival, Officers spoke with the victim. The ensuing investigation revealed that the victim was delivering food in the area, and when he returned to his vehicle, there was a suspect in the driver’s seat. Three more suspects approached on foot, and one indicated he was in possession of a firearm. The suspects demanded that the victim turn over property. The victim ran away; however, the suspects stole items from his vehicle and left the area. The suspects are described as black males.
There are no additional leads to release at this time.
This 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 www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.
UPDATE (Subject Located) Gold Alert Issued For Missing Wyoming Man
UPDATE – The Dover Police Department is canceling the Gold Alert for Peter Reidy. Reidy has been located and is safe.
**Original Post**
Incident/Complaint#:Â Â 50-25-44661
Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2025, at 10:16 a.m.
Location: Bayhealth Kent Campus, 640 South State Street Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: Master Corporal Ryan Schmid, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for Peter Reidy, 74, of Wyoming, DE. Reidy was last seen in the area of Bayhealth Kent Campus Sunday. It is unknown what he was wearing at the time. Attempts to contact him have been unsuccessful, and there is a concern for his safety. Reidy is described as a white male, 5’10” and 180 pounds.
If you have any information on Reidy’s whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111