Location: 200 Block of North Kirkwoood 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 has issued a Gold Alert for Winston Williams, 44, of Dover, DE. Williams suffers from a condition that may pose a risk to his health and safety if not properly monitored and treated. Williams is described as a black male, 5’8″, 180 pounds, bald, and brown eyes. Williams was last seen in the 200 block of North Kirkwood Street on 01/28/2024. At the time, he was wearing a black sweatshirt and black sweatpants. Attempts to contact him have been negative.
If you have any information on Williams’ whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.
**UPDATE** The Dover Police Department has arrested Rakim Overton-Bolden, 20, of Dover, for the January 20th shooting in Whatcoat Apartments. Through their investigation, Detectives identified Overton-Bolden as the suspect in this case and obtained warrants for his arrest. On January 26th, Overton-Bolden turned himself in to Dover Police Department.
Overton-Bolden was processed and arraigned at Dover Police Department.
He was committed to SCI on $17,000 secured bail on the following charges: -Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony -Reckless Endangering First Degree (2x) -Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony -Provide False Statement to Lawn Enforcement with Intent to Delay/Hinder Prosecution -Criminal Mischief Under $1,000
Rakim Overton-Bolden Dover, DE
**Original Release**
Incident Number: 50-24-2494
Date/Time: Saturday, January 20th, 2023 at 10:37 p.m.
Location: 900 Block of Whatcoat 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 shooting that occurred at Whatcoat Apartments late Saturday night. The investigation began at 10:37 p.m., when Officers responded to the 900 block of Whatcoat Drive for the report of shots fired in one of the buildings. The investigation revealed that there was an argument between several individuals inside of the building and during the argument, a black male wearing all black fired a handgun, causing damage to the building. No injuries were reported as a result of this shooting.
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.
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The Dover Police Department is cancelling the Gold Alert for William Sheetz. Sheetz has been located and is safe.
Incident/Complaint#:Â Â 50-24-3321
Date: Monday, January 28th, 2024 at 7:40 p.m.
Location: North DuPont Highway and 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 has issued a Gold Alert for William Sheetz, 76, of Newark, DE. Sheetz suffers from a condition that may pose a risk to his health and safety if not properly monitored and treated. Sheetz is described as a white male, 6’1″, 230 pounds, brown hair, and brown eyes. Sheetz was last seen in the area of North DuPont Highway and East Loockerman Street, Dover, DE. At the time, he was wearing a khaki Carhart jacket and blue jeans and he was operating a 2003 Volkeswagen Jetta with no registration. Attempts to contact him have been negative.
If you have any information on Sheetz’s whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.
Location: North DuPont Highway and 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 has issued a Gold Alert for William Sheetz, 76, of Newark, DE. Sheetz suffers from a condition that may pose a risk to his health and safety if not properly monitored and treated. Sheetz is described as a white male, 6’1″, 230 pounds, brown hair, and brown eyes. Sheetz was last seen in the area of North DuPont Highway and East Loockerman Street, Dover, DE. At the time, he was wearing a khaki Carhart jacket and blue jeans and he was operating a 2003 Volkeswagen Jetta with no registration. Attempts to contact him have been negative.
If you have any information on Sheetz’s whereabouts, please call 302-736-7111.
Date/Time: Sunday, January 21st, 2023 at 6:43 a.m.
Location: Dover Behavioral Health, 725 Horsepond Road, 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 has arrested Derek Chilicas, 29, of Milford, for attempted murder, following an incident at Dover Behavioral Health early Sunday morning. The investigation began at 6:43 a.m., when Officers responded to the facility for an assault. Arriving Officers observed EMS personnel performing life saving measures on the victim, a 64-year-old male of Georgetown, and he was transported to Bayhealth Kent Campus for further treatment where he remains in critical condition. The ensuing investigation revealed that Chilicas assaulted the victim, causing him to sustain serious injuries to his upper body. Chilicas was taken into custody without incident and transported to Dover Police Department where he was processed and arraigned.
Chilicas was committed to SCI on $200,000 cash bail on the following charges: -Attempted Murder First Degree -Strangulation -Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony
Derek Chilicas Milford, DE
As always, criminal charges are an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
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Date/Time: Saturday, January 20th, 2023 at 10:37 p.m.
Location: 900 Block of Whatcoat 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 shooting that occurred at Whatcoat Apartments late Saturday night. The investigation began at 10:37 p.m., when Officers responded to the 900 block of Whatcoat Drive for the report of shots fired in one of the buildings. The investigation revealed that there was an argument between several individuals inside of the building and during the argument, a black male wearing all black fired a handgun, causing damage to the building. No injuries were reported as a result of this shooting.
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.
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Date/Time: Thursday, January 12th, 2023 at 2:08 a.m.
Location: Love Nails & Spa, 1247 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 Love Nails & Spa early Thursday morning. The investigation began at 9:44 a.m. when Dover Police was called to the business for a burglary. The ensuing investigation revealed that at 2:08 a.m., the suspect arrived at the business on foot and broke a glass window. The suspect then entered the business and removed an undisclosed amount of money and then fled on foot.
The suspect is described as a white male.
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.
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