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Dover Police Increase DUI Patrols for Memorial Day Weekend

New Year’s Eve may get a bad rap when it comes to highway safety, but Memorial Day weekend doesn’t come far behind as one of the most dangerous times of the year to be on the road.  The Dover Police Department will be increasing patrols targeting Driving Under the Influence Violations throughout the Memorial Day Weekend.   According to research compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which tracks car crash statistics, drunk driving fatalities are highest during the weekends of Memorial Day, Labor Day and Fourth-of-July. NHTSA reports 397 deaths from car accidents over Memorial Day Weekend in 2010, and 40% of these were alcohol-related.  As of May 13, 2014, the Dover Police Department has made 53 DUI related arrests in the 2014 calendar year.  164 total DUI related arrests were made in all of 2013.  As the weather continues to get warmer and parties/BBQ’s become more prevalent, so do DUI’s.  By increasing enforcement during peak times and dates, the Dover Police Department hopes to lessen the number of DUI related crashes and fatalities on Dover roadways.

 

Robbery in Greentree Parking Lot

DPD complaint #
50-14-12293
Date / Time
Saturday May 17, 2014 at 0530 hrs
Location
parking lot of PNC 87 Greentree Dr
victim
female, 30

On Saturday May 17, 2014 at approximately 0530 hours the victim was seated in her vehicle in the parking lot of the PNC bank on Greentree Dr. The victim stated that she was about to make the night deposit for her employer, Shore Stop when she was approached by an unknown black male suspect. The suspect was armed with black small frame semi auto handgun. The suspect demanded the deposit bag from the victim and fled with same towards Kenton Rd on foot. The suspect is described as a black male, early 30’s, 5’8″ to 5’9″, average build and was wearing all black clothing and his face was covered with a cream colored towel. Anyone with information is asked to call Det. Gott at 736-7138 or Dover PD at 736-7111

Shooting in Capital Green

DPD complaint #
50-14-12282
Date / Time
May 17, 2014 at 0025 hrs
Location
New Castle Ave and E Water St

On Saturday May 17, 2014 at approximately 0025 hours witnesses reported hearing several gunshots in the area of New Castle Ave and E Water St. Two suspects were involved in a gun fight and upon the officers arrival, one suspect was seen fleeing from the scene on foot. Officers observed him carrying a handgun and the gave chase. The suspect was apprehended and found to be in possession of a 357 revovler. Officers identified the suspect as Alfonzo White and discovered that he had been shot in the leg by the other suspect, who is still unknown at this time. Officers recovered two different types of shell cassings from the scene and found that one residence was damaged during the incident. The investigation is still ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Gott at 736-7138 or Dover PD at 736-7111.

Def
White, Alfonzo 22 of 4636 Oakland St Philadelphia, Pa
Crimes
Possession of firearm by person prohibited
Carrying a concealed deadly weapon
Resisting arrest

Police Release New Images From Dover Federal Credit Union Bank Robbery That Occurred May 16th

The Dover Police Department is re-releasing the details and new images from the Dover Federal Credit Union bank Robbery that occurred on Friday, May 16th, 2014.  Details of this case can be found below the newly released images.  The department is seeking the assistance from the public to identify the suspect.  The red SUV style vehicle was captured on area surveillance when the suspect fled the bank.  Anyone with any information is asked to call 302-736-7111.  Callers may remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on-line at www.tipsubmit.com.

 

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Incident #: 50-14-12223       Date/Time: Friday May 16, 2014  2:05PM

Location: Dover Federal Credit Union, 225 Saulsbury Road Dover, DE

Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a bank robbery that occurred on Friday afternoon.  Police responded to the Dover Federal Credit Union located at 225 Saulsbury Road, after a suspect robbed the location.  At approximately 2:05PM, the suspect entered the bank through the main lobby and entered the line for the bank tellers.  The black male suspect approached a teller and displayed a note demanding money from the teller.  The suspect then fled from the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash in a southeast direction, through the Blood Bank of Delaware parking lot.  The suspect then entered what appears to be a red in color SUV that was parked facing westbound on Clara Street, just east of the Blood Bank of Delaware building.  The vehicle then fled southbound on Saulsbury road.  No injuries were reported at the bank.  Images of the suspect are displayed below.  Anyone with any information is asked to call 302-736-7111.  Callers may remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on-line at www.tipsubmit.com.

Arrest Made in Webbs Lane Purse Snatching 5-13-14

Update: The Dover Police Department has arrested a 17-year old in connection with the Sunday evening robbery of a female victim on Webbs Lane.  Christopher Sanford of Dover was charged with Criminal Mischief Under $1,000, Conspiracy 2nd Degree, and Robbery 2nd Degree on Monday, May 12th after surveillance footage from a local establishment captured him in the area  just minutes before the robbery.  Sanford was released to his parents pending a later court date.

 

Incident #: 50-14-11777       Date/Time: Sunday May 11, 2014  6:50PM

Location: 400 Block of Webbs Lane Dover, DE

Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating an early evening purse snatching that occurred in the 400 block of Webbs Lane on Sunday, May 11th.  At approximately 6:50PM, a 44 year old female victim was walking in the area of the 400 Block of Webbs lane, when an unknown black male suspect grabbed the victims purse.  The force used by the suspect, caused the bag to tear and the victims wallet to fall to the ground.  The suspect then picked up the wallet and fled east on Webbs Lane.  The suspect is described as a black male, 6’0″, 140-150 pounds, with a bright orange t-shirt and dark shorts.  The suspect was also accompanied by an unknown black male who was waiting for the suspect, east of the robbery location.  There was no injury to the victim.

 

Dover Police Joins DE Dept. of Highway Safety Click It or Ticket Campaign

The Dover Police Department has once again partnered up with the Delaware Office of Highway Safety for the Click It or Ticket Seat Belt Campaign.  The Click It or Ticket campaign will be in full effect with statewide overtime seat belt enforcement starting Monday, May 12th through 26th. Enforcement includes seat belt checkpoints in Dover 30 saturation patrols to be conducted day & night by by the Dover Police Department. Much of the enforcement will occur in the afternoons and evenings when the majority of unrestrained injuries and fatal crashes occur.

Delaware’s seat belt use rate is 92% compared to the national use rate of 86%. At this time last year 50% of the 14 fatal vehicle occupants in Delaware were not wearing seat belts compared to currently 42% of 31 fatal vehicle occupants.

Delaware law requires drivers and all passengers, including those in the back seat, to wear a seat belt. An officer can pull over a driver if he sees any person in the vehicle not wearing a seat belt, even if there is no other violation. Officers will be issuing citations for seat belt violations as part of a zero tolerance policy. The ticket, which goes to the driver no matter who is unbuckled in the vehicle, totals $83.50.

“As we kick-off the busy summer driving season it’s important that everyone buckles up every time they go out, both day and night – no excuses,” said Jana Simpler, Director for the Office of Highway Safety. “Delaware law enforcement officers are prepared to ticket anyone who is not wearing their seat belt – Click It or Ticket.”