Category: Dover Police News

Incident Number:  50-23-14851

Date/Time: Friday, May 12, 2023 at 6:42 p.m.

Location: South Governors Ave and West Division 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 arrested a 12-year-old juvenile, of Dover, on weapons charges, and James Ayers, 21,of Dover, on resisting arrest charges, following a foot pursuit Friday evening. The investigation began when members of the Street Crimes Unit observed the 12-year-old Juvenile, whom officers knew to be wanted by juvenile probation, walking in the downtown area with Ayers. Officers attempted to take him into custody in the area of of South Bradford Street and Division Street at which time the juvenile and Ayers ran away. The 12-year-old was taken into custody after the foot chase and after removing a firearm from his waistband, however Ayers got away at this time. Ayers was observed shortly after inside of a vehicle. Officers stopped the vehicle and Ayers fled again on foot however he was taken into custody after the foot pursuit. Both Ayers and the 12-year-old were taken to Dover Police Department for processing.

The 12-year-old juvenile was committed to Stevenson Juvenile Detention Facility on $21,000 secured bail on the following charges:
-Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
-Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
-Resisting Arrest

Ayers was released on his own recognizance on the following charges:
-Resisting Arrest (2x)

Incident Number: 50-23-14739

Date/Time: Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 8:53 p.m.

Location: New Burton Road in the area of Waples Avenue, 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 shots fired complaint that resulted in a vehicle being damaged. The investigation began when Dover Police officers heard gun shots in the area of New Burton Road and Waples Avenue. Officers checked the area and were contacted by the victim, a 38-year-old male from Hartly, who advised that his vehicle was struck by gunfire while he was driving, causing damage. There is no suspect description available 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.

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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Date/Time: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 2:33 a.m.

Location: 100 Block of Spruance 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 is investigating the shooting of a 17-year-old white male of Dover that occurred early Tuesday morning. The investigation began when Dover Police responded to the 100 block of Spruance Road for a shooting. Officers responded, and upon arrival located the 17-year-old victim, who had been shot in his upper body. Officers immediately rendered aid and the victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment. The ensuing investigation revealed that a vehicle was also struck by gunfire during this incident. No other injuries were reported. There are no leads 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.

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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Date/Time: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 1:17 a.m.

Location: Unit block of Queen 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 shots fired complaint that resulted in two homes and a vehicle being damaged. The investigation began when Dover Police responded to the area of South Queen Street and West Reed Street for the report of shots fired. Officers responded, and the ensuing investigation revealed that 2 homes and a vehicle had been struck by gunfire. Both homes were occupied at the time of shooting however there were no injuries reported. There are no leads 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.

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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Date/Time: Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 8:05 p.m.

Location: Unit block of Village 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 shots fired complaint that resulted in two vehicles being damaged Sunday night. The investigation began when Dover Police responded to the unit block of Village Drive for the report of shots fired. Officers responded, and the ensuing investigation revealed that 2 vehicles had been struck by gunfire. There were no injuries reported as a result of the 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.

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:  50-23-12915

Date/Time: Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 1:33 a.m.

Location: Royal Farms, 293 Saulsbury 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 Kareem Young, 29, of Dover, on attempted robbery charges following an altercation at Royal Farms early Thursday morning. The investigation began when officers were dispatched to Royal Farms for a theft. Upon arrival, Young was being actively held down by employees of the business. Young was taken into custody by Dover Police without incident. The ensuing investigation revealed that Young entered the store wearing a black ski mask and immediately went behind the counter and removed several packages of cigarettes. Young was confronted by staff, at which time he fought with them, causing a laceration to one of the employees. Further investigation revealed that Young has been banned from Royal Farms due to previous cigarette thefts. Young was transported to Dover Police Department where he was processed and arraigned.

Young was committed to SCI on $34,050 secured bail on the following charges:
-Attempted Robbery First Degree
-Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
-Assault Third Degree
-Criminal Trespass Third Degree

Incident Number:  50-23-12906

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 10:29 p.m.

Location: Schoolhouse Lane 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 on Schoolhouse Lane Wednesday evening. The investigation began when the victim, a 47-year-old female of Dover, arrived at Bayhealth Kent Campus with a gunshot wound to her lower body. The ensuing investigation revealed that the victim was walking her dog on Schoolhouse Lane when unknown subjects began arguing in the area. The victim then heard several gun shots and was shot. The victim was transported to Bayhealth by a privately owned vehicle for treatment. There are currently no leads or suspect description.

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.

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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