Location: Schutte Park, Electric Avenue, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Office Sergeant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
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The Dover Police Department arrested Tyrone Snipes (29) on firearms charges on Sunday night. Officers on patrol were checking the area of Schutte Park at 9:19 p.m. when they observed an occupied vehicle in the park after hours. When officers attempted to contact the vehicle, it drover away. Officers then conducted a traffic stop and contacted Tyrone Snipes, the sole occupant of the vehicle. During the stop, officers could smell freshly burnt marijuana in the vehicle. During a search, officers located a loaded handgun in Snipes’ waistband of his pants. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of an extended magazine and 3 grams of marijuana.
Snipes was released on an O.R. bond on the following offenses: -Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon -Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited -Possession of Marijuana (Civil)
Location: South Bradford Street and West Division Street, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Office Sergeant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
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The Dover Police Department arrested a 23-year-old man on gun charges following a foot pursuit on Saturday morning. At approximately 1:10 a.m., officers were in the area of S. Bradford Street when they heard a single gunshot. Officers checking the area observed a suspect later identified as Akeem Ferrell, running in the area of the Minor Street Alley with a black handgun in his hand. Ferrell refused to stop when ordered by police who pursued him onto Loockerman Street where he was arrested. During a search, Ferrell was in possession of the handgun. Ferrell was also found to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of possession and had an active no-contact order from Kent County Superior Court that prohibited Ferrell from possessing a firearm.
Ferrell was committed to SCI on a $9,000 cash bond on the following offenses: -Possession of a Concealed Deadly Weapon -Possession of Firearm While Under the Influence -Breach of Release -Resisting Arrest
Location: Superlodge, 246 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Office Sergeant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
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The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred at a room at the Superlodge motel at 246 N. DuPont Highway. At approximately 6:43 a.m. on August 1st, a black male suspect and white female suspect approached a 25-year-old female at her room with knives and demanded money. The victim complied and gave the suspects an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspects then fled in a vehicle.
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.
Location: Unit Block of Stevenson Drive, 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 incident that occurred on Sunday morning. Officers responded to the Unit Block of Stevenson Drive in the Manchester Square community at approximately 3:38 a.m. and contacted a 26-year-old male with a single gunshot wound to the shoulder. The victim told officers that he was standing outside when an unknown black male approached him, shot him once and fled. The victim could not provide any additional information and there were no known witnesses at the scene. The victim was transported to Bayhealth Kent General Hospital for treatment of a non-life threatening injury.
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.
The Dover Police Department is adding a four-legged friend to their agency and it’s not your typical K9 officer. In a partnership with Canine Companions, the Dover Police Department is proud to announce the arrival of Roy, a Labrador and Golden Retriever Mix, as their new Facility Dog. The Dover Police Department became interested in a facility dog program after meeting Nikko with the New Castle County (Delaware) Police Department and learning about the success their agency has had with the program. Established in 1975, Canine Companions is the largest non-profit provider of service dogs in the United States. Their presence in Delaware isn’t limited to the New Castle County and Dover Police Departments. The University of Delaware hosts the largest collegiate puppy raising program in the Canine Companion organization, with anywhere from 5-9 dogs being raised on campus at any time.
Roy, who is named after Roy Gold, a late volunteer with Canine Companions, was matched with PFC Lee Killen during a two-week training program in Long Island, New York after being raised in New Hampshire. Officer Killen and Roy will be assigned to the Dover Police Department’s Community Policing Unit. Roy’s primary role with the department will be to serve as an ambassador for the department, attending community outreach events, meetings, school visits, and used to help calm and comfort crime victims, witnesses, and anyone else who may be afraid, uncomfortable, or nervous during a situation. In the short time that Roy has been with the Dover Police Department, he has already become the most popular officer in the building.
Chief Thomas Johnson made the following statement regarding Roy’s arrival: “Like every other member of the Dover PD team, Roy is a highly trained professional with a love for service. He has a skill set beyond comfort and therapy, and clearly different from our other working dogs. This makes him a perfect addition to our Community Policing mission. He has something to offer everyone, but perhaps his most valuable skill is getting people together in moments filled with positivity. He will make Dover even stronger than it already is. Welcome aboard Roy!”
Roy and his handler will be attending the Dover Police Department’sNational Night Outon August 3rd, 2021 at the Dover High School where the public can meet him at his first large community event.
Location: 400 Block of New Castle Avenue, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Office Sergeant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
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The Dover Police Department and Delaware Probation and Parole arrested Gregory Robinson (20) on Wednesday afternoon. Officers received information that Robinson, who was on Level 3 probation, was in possession of a handgun. Robinson also has an active Protection From Abuse (PFA) against him by the owner of the home and a No Contact Order with an occupant of the home that he was in. Both of the subjects who had the order against him were also inside the residence when officers made contact. During a search of the residence, officers located a handgun, ammunition, 10.2 grams of marijuana, and multiple digital scales. Robinson was taken into custody without incident and committed to SCI on a $83,200 cash bond in addition to a Violation of Probation on the following offenses:
-Possession of a Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited (3x)
-Possession of a Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited with Active PFA/No Contact Order (4x)
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana
-Breach of Release (2x)
-Drug Paraphernalia
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Office Sergeant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is issuing a Gold Alert for a 37-year-old Smyrna man. Christopher Naylor was last seen on July 28th, 2021 at approximately 10:00 p.m. at the Sleep Inn located at 1784 N. DuPont Highway. Naylor is a white male, 6’1″ tall, approximately 160 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. A clothing description was not available at the time of the report. Naylor made statements to a relative that are cause for concern for his health and safety.
If you have any information on Naylor’s whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.
The following images contain the newest Megan’s Law Sex Offender Notifications for the City of Dover. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact theDover Police Sex Offender Enforcement Unit.
