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Megan’s Law Sex Offender Notifications 8-18-26
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.
Dover Police Arrest Person Prohibited After Traffic Stop Leads to Firearm Recovery 8-14-26
Incident Number:Â 50-26-28348
Date/Time: Friday, August 14th, 2026 at 1:02 A.M.
Location: Area of North DuPont Highway and Rustic Lane
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Lieutenant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: On August 14, 2026, at approximately 1:02 a.m., an officer with the Dover Police Department Patrol Unit conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of North Dupont Highway and Rustic Lane after observing a vehicle being operated without headlights and tail lights.
During the traffic stop, officers instructed both occupants to exit the vehicle. While the driver complied, the passenger refused to exit. Officers attempted to remove the passenger from the vehicle, at which time he attempted to flee through the front driver-side door. After a brief struggle, officers were able to take the passenger into custody.
The passenger was identified as Rufus Evans, 39. A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in the recovery of a Romarm/Cugir Draco 7.62×39 pistol with a magazine containing various cartridges from the front passenger-seat area.
Evans was determined to be a person prohibited from possessing firearms and ammunition.
Evans was arrested and charged with:
- Hindering Prosecution
- Obstruction of Justice
- Possession of a Large Capacity Magazine
- Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition by a Person Prohibited – 2 counts
- Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
- Resisting Arrest
- Out-of-State Fugitive
The driver was identified as Nassir Evans, 29.
Bond was pending at the time of release. A mugshot was not available at the time of release.
Third Arrest Made in 2024 Christmas Eve Homicide 8-14-26
Incident Number: 50-24-47728
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 24th, 2024 at approximately 6:50 p.m.
Location: Willis Road north of North Little Creek Road, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Lieutenant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department has arrested a 16-year-old male in connection with the December 24, 2024 shooting that resulted in the death of 14-year-old Juwan Walker.
The shooting occurred on Christmas Eve on Willis Road, north of North Little Creek Road. Walker was initially transported to Bayhealth Kent Campus and later flown to a New Castle County hospital for treatment. He died from his injuries on December 27, 2024. Read the December 27, 2024 homicide release
The Dover Police Department continued its investigation into Walker’s death and, on August 10, 2026, obtained an arrest warrant for the 16-year-old suspect.
On August 13, 2026, the suspect was taken into custody without incident at his residence in Pennsylvania by members of the United States Marshals (USMS) Middle PA/Harrisburg Fugitive Task Force (MDPATF) and First State Fugitive Task Force, with assistance from Dover Police detectives.
Upon his extradition to Delaware, the 16-year-old male will be charged with:
- Murder Second Degree
- Conspiracy First Degree
- Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Person Under 18
- Possession of Ammunition by a Person Under 18
This is the third arrest in connection with Walker’s homicide. On December 28, 2024, Dover Police arrested a 15-year-old male and a 13-year-old male, both of Dover, in connection with the shooting. Read the December 28, 2024 arrest release
The original investigation began after Dover Police responded to a report of a shooting on December 24, 2024, in which Walker was struck while sitting inside a parked vehicle. Read the original December 25, 2024 shooting release
Consistent with State law, the Dover Police Department does not release the names or photographs of juveniles charged with violent felonies when the release of their identity is not necessary to protect public safety.
Anyone with information regarding this homicide is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7111. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online through Delaware Crime Stoppers. 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 has lost a loved one to a sudden death and is in need of assistance, the Dover Police Victim Services Unit is available to provide help and guidance.
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UPDATE: Remains Identified in Dover Death Investigation 8-11-26
Incident Number: 50-26-27059
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 at 1:34 P.M.
Location: Banning Street and West North Street, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Lieutenant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department has identified the remains discovered on August 4, 2026, near West North Street and Banning Street as Tiffany Pendexter, 37, of Dover.
Pendexter’s remains were discovered by a grounds maintenance worker in an overgrown area near a retention pond. The area had not been maintained for approximately 13 months. Due to the advanced state of decomposition, investigators were initially limited in the information that could be obtained regarding the identity and circumstances surrounding the death.
At this time, there are no obvious signs of foul play, and there is no indication of an ongoing threat to the community.
The Delaware Division of Forensic Science’s Medical Examiner Unit is continuing its examination. The Dover Police Department is awaiting the results of that examination and does not have any additional information regarding the cause or manner of death at this time.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information will be released when it becomes available and can be appropriately shared.
This case remains under investigation. Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7111. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.
Megan’s Law Sex Offender Notifications 8-6-26
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.
Dover Police Arrest Man in Connection with Three Commercial Burglary Incidents 8-5-26
Incident Number:Â 50-26-26198, 27116, 27124
Date/Time: See Narrative
Location: See Narrative
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Lieutenant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department has arrested and charged a Dover man following an investigation into three commercial burglary-related incidents that occurred over the past week.
The investigation began on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, after officers responded to a burglary at Kent Liquor Mart, located at 103 S. Dupont Highway. Investigators determined that at approximately 3:50 a.m., an unknown suspect shattered the front glass door with a rock before entering the business. Surveillance footage showed the suspect immediately go behind the counter, steal multiple alcoholic beverages, place the items into a pillowcase, and flee on foot.
On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at approximately 9:44 p.m., Dover Police officers responded to Little Grocer, located at 902 E. Division Street, for a commercial alarm. Officers discovered a shattered window on the east side of the business. Surveillance video revealed that at approximately 9:38 p.m., a suspect wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt turned inside out with the hood pulled tightly around his face attempted to force entry by striking the window with his elbow. The suspect fled on foot without gaining entry. Officers observed what appeared to be blood on the broken window, which was collected as evidence.
Just over two hours later, at approximately 12:09 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, officers responded to Lepore Liquors, located at 632 N. Dupont Highway, after another commercial alarm. Officers found the front glass door shattered. The investigation determined that a suspect matching the description from the Little Grocer incident used a rock to break the glass door in an attempt to enter the business before fleeing on foot without gaining entry.
While responding to the Lepore Liquors incident, a responding officer observed a man walking near the area who matched the description of the suspect from the earlier attempted burglary at Little Grocer. During a pedestrian stop, the officer observed a fresh cut on the man’s right elbow. A subsequent canvass of the area led to the discovery of a black hooded sweatshirt, turned inside out with a tear near the right elbow, along with a white mesh bag believed to have been discarded by the suspect. Both items were collected as evidence.
As the investigation continued, detectives were able to positively identify Shawn Jones, 33, of Dover, as the suspect responsible for the July 29 burglary at Kent Liquor Mart. Jones was subsequently charged in connection with all three incidents.
Jones was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on a $36,000 cash bond on the following offenses:
-Theft Under $1,500
-Burglary Third Degree
-Attempted Burglary Third Degree (2x)
-Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (3x)
-Possession of Burglar’s Tools (2x)
-Criminal Mischief Over $1,000
-Criminal Mischief Under $1,000 (2x)
Dover Police Investigating Death After Human Remains Discovered 8-4-26
Incident Number: 50-26-27059
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 at 1:34 P.M.
Location: Banning Street and West North Street, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Lieutenant Mark Hoffman Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating the discovery of human remains that were located Tuesday afternoon in the area of West North Street and Banning Street.
On August 4, 2026, at approximately 1:34 p.m., officers responded after a grounds maintenance worker discovered the remains while mowing an overgrown section of property near a retention pond. Investigators learned the area was last maintained approximately 13 months prior to today.
The remains were in an advanced state of decomposition, limiting the amount of information that can be immediately determined at the scene. At this time, investigators have not identified any obvious signs of foul play.
The remains have been turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science’s Medical Examiner Unit, where an autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause and manner of death and assist with identification.
The identity of the deceased is unknown at this time. The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to identify the individual and determine the circumstances surrounding the death.
This case remains under investigation. Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7111. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.