Category: Dover Police News

Incident Number: 50-22-20475

Date and Time: Monday, July 4th, 2022 at 2:30 a.m.

Location: 1105 South DuPont Highway, Dover, DE

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

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department arrested Wayne Kersey (31) on DUI and related charges following an accident in the early morning hours of July 4th, 2022. Officers responded to a building at 1105 South DuPont Highway for a report that a red Dodge Ram truck collided with the building. When officers arrived on scene, the vehicle was not occupied. Two apartments inside the building were occupied, but none of the residents were injured as a result of the collision. Officers ran the registration of the suspect vehicle and determined the owner was Wayne Kersey. Officers checked the area and located Kersey just south of the location of the collision. When officers contacted Kersey, he had minor injuries and glass on him from the accident.

Kersey was arrested without incident and released on a $9,800 unsecured bond on the following offenses:
-DUI
-Reckless Endangering 1st Degree
-Criminal Mischief
-Reckless Driving
-Multiple 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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The Dover Police Department is issuing an alert to Hyundai vehicle owners due to an increase in thefts and attempted thefts of Hyundai Elantras and Sonatas. In the past 7-10 days, the Dover Police Department has investigated at least five incidents of attempted vehicle thefts or successful vehicle thefts of these makes and models of vehicles, specifically 2015-2017 model years. The suspects are using a method of “hot wiring” the vehicles to steal them. To prevent additional incidents, the Dover Police Department is not disclosing the details of the “hot wiring” method that the suspects are using.

Two vehicles were locked by the owners prior to the theft, but the majority of the vehicles were left unsecured. Incidents have occurred at all times of the day, to include daylight hours.

The following images are of two suspects and the interior of a stolen vehicle from an incident that occurred on June 28th in Silver Lake Park where the suspects crashed the stolen vehicle into a pole and fled.

Tips to Prevent Automobile Theft

• Park in a garage if possible.
• Park so that your vehicle is “blocked in” your driveway.
• Park in well-lit areas/Utilize motion activated lights/cameras outside your home if possible
• Lock and secure homes and garage doors. Doors left unlocked allow vehicle theft suspects an opportunity to search for keys and steal vehicles undetected.
• Close and lock all windows and doors when you park. Most vehicle thefts can be prevented by locking your car doors.
• Secure your valuables. 
• DO NOT leave your keys in your vehicle. Keys and FOBs should NEVER be left in a vehicle, whether at home, work, or running errands. Take your keys with you!
• DO NOT leave your vehicle running unattended. Warming your car up on a cold winter morning or going inside a convenience store while your car is left running and unattended, make you vulnerable. A car thief is looking for these easy targets!

For additional vehicle theft prevention tips, visit NHTSA VEHICLE THEFT PREVENTION

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: 50-22-20297

Date and Time: Saturday, July 2nd, 2022 at 4:04 p.m.

Location: St. Jones River, behind Capitol Green, Dover, DE

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

Narrative:

On Saturday, July 22nd, 2022, officers from the Dover Police Department were called to the area of the Saint Jones River, behind Capitol Green for a report of a body being found in the river. A group of kayakers located the body on the shoreline of the river and notified police. With the assistance from the Dover Fire Department, the body was able to be removed from the water. The subject was a male, but additional details are unknown due to the advanced state of decomposition. No obvious signs of trauma were noticed on scene, but the cause of death is unknown. The cause of death and identification of the subject is pending further examination by the medical examiners office.

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: 50-22-20120

Date and Time: Thursday, June 30th, 2022 at 10:17 p.m.

Location: 400 Block of North DuPont Highway, Dover, DE

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

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department arrested Gregory Scott (23) on firearms charges on Thursday night. Officers contacted Scott in the 400 Block of North DuPont Highway as the result of a firearms investigation. When officers approached, Scott fled on foot but was apprehended quickly and without incident. Officers then located a 9mm handgun with an extended magazine (30 rounds) that Scott was in possession of. The gun had an obliterated serial number and was altered to make it fully automatic. Scott is a person prohibited as the result of two prior felony convictions.

Gregory Scott was committed to SCI on a $34,400 cash bond on the following offenses:
-Possession of a Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited (2x)
-Possession of Firearm with Obliterated Serial Number
-Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon
-Tampering with Physical Evidence
-Resisting Arrest
-Possession of a Destructive Weapon

Incident/Complaint#:  50-22-19954

Date:  Wednesday, June 29th, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Location: 400 Block of North DuPont Highway, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:  Sgt. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for Elijah Taylor, a 21-year-old Dover man. Taylor suffers from multiple conditions that may pose a risk to his health and safety if not properly monitored and treated. Taylor is black male, 5’9″ in height, approximately 170 pounds with black hair, and brown eyes. Taylor was last seen leaving a motel in the 400 Block of North DuPont Highway on June 29th at 11:00 a.m. At the time, he was wearing a black shirt, gray shorts, gray jacket, and flip flops.

If you have any information on Taylor’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 the Dover Police Sex Offender Enforcement Unit.

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Incident Number: 50-22-18756

Date and Time: Saturday, June 18th, 2022 at 10:01 p.m.

Location: S. Governors Avenue and West North Street, Dover, DE

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

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a fatal hit and run accident that occurred on Saturday, June 18th, 2022. Officers responded to the area of South Governors Avenue and West North Street for a report of a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, officers located a 71-year-old male bicyclist on the roadway with fatal injuries. Witnesses reported that an SUV fled the scene after striking the bicyclist. The SUV fled northbound on South Governors and then westbound on West Loockerman Street.

The case remains under investigation at this time. The following image was obtained from a surveillance camera in the downtown area.

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: On Friday, June 17th, 2022, the Dover Police Department arrested 20-year-old Zaveon Murchison in connection with the June 9th shooting on South New Street. Murchison was developed as a suspect and an arrest warrant was obtained. On June 17th, a search warrant was obtained for a home in the Unit Block of South Queen Street after it was determined that Murchison was inside of the home. Murchison was taken into custody without incident and committed to SCI on a $565,000 cash bond on the following charges:
-Attempted Murder 1st Degree
-Possession of Firearm During Commission of Felony

A mugshot was not available at the time of release.

Incident Number: 50-22-17645

Date and Time: Thursday, June 9th, 2022 at 9:53 p.m.

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

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

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a 20-year-old male in critical condition as the result of multiple gunshot wounds. Officers responded to the 100 Block of South New Street at approximately 9:53 p.m. for a report of shots fired. When officers arrived, they located the male victim lying in the roadway and began first aid until medics arrived and transported the victim to Bayhealth Kent Campus. The victim was struck a total of eight times by gunfire with injuries to his upper extremities and torso. The victim remains hospitalized in critical condition