Date/Time: Between August 1, 2018 at 1:00PM and August 7, 2018 at 10:27AM
Location: 1506 N. Little Creek Road, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a residential burglary that occurred between August 1st and August 7th, 2018. The incident occurred at a mobile home in a small mobile home park located at 1506 N. Little Creek Road. During the time frame this occurred, an unknown suspect entered the residence through an unsecured front door. Once inside the suspect(s) damaged items in the home, took a 20″ Sanyo TV, and other miscellaneous items.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. 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 http://www.tipsubmit.com
Location: Dover East Estates MHP, 1061 S. Little Creek Road, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department has arrested Jason Sammons (25) in connection with a series of residential burglaries in the Dover East Estates Mobile Home Park. Sammons was developed as a suspect after detectives pursued leads indicating Sammons was involved in a series of burglaries between April and July of 2018. Sammons was arrested on August 5th, 2018 by Camden (DE) Police Department on an unrelated shoplifting charge and then learned that he was wanted by the Dover Police Department. Sammons was committed top JTVCC in default of $26,000 secure bond on the following offenses:
-Burglary 2nd Degree (8x)
-Theft Under $1,500 (8x)
-Criminal Mischief (6x)
Location: Parking Lot of Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1000 Forrest Avenue, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested 27-year-old Antonio Stevens after an attempted armed robbery on Sunday night. A 38-year-old female victim was standing outside of the Kentucky Fried Chicken located at 1000 Forrest Avenue, for a ride home from work when she was approached by Stevens. Stevens demanded that she open the store, but she advised him that she did not have access to do so. Stevens then demanded her personal belongings, eventually pointing what appeared to be a handgun at her. After a brief struggle, Stevens fled. Arriving officers searched the area for Stevens and took him into custody following a brief foot chase. Officers also located a mask and BB gun that were used in the incident.
Stevens was committed to JTVCC in default of $6,500 cash bond on the following offenses:
-Attempted Robbery 1st Degree
-Wearing a Disguise During Commission of Felony
-Resisting Arrest
Location: Fulton Deli, 316 Fulton Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested four individuals with the sale of drugs and/or drug paraphernalia at the Fulton Deli, located at 316 Fulton Street. The arrests were the result of a search warrant that stemmed from an investigation into drug activity at the Fulton Deli. Officers conducted the search warrant on Tuesday, July 31st. As a result of the search, officers arrested Walter Morris (27) after finding him in possession of a counterfeit controlled substance, crack cocaine, and drug paraphernalia. Daekwon Tilghman (22) was arrested after being found in possession of a counterfeit controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. A 15-year-old employee, Mohamed Albaadani, was also arrested for selling drug paraphernalia.
The owner of the business, Wadeea Albaadani (39), came tot he Dover Police Department shortly after the arrests and was also charged with selling drug paraphernalia.
Walter Morris was released on $5,000 unsecured bond on the following charges:
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Counterfeit Controlled Substance
-Possession of Crack Cocaine
-Drug Paraphernalia
Daekwon Tilghman was released on $5,000 unsecured bond on the following charges:
-Possession with Intent to Deliver Counterfeit Controlled Substance
-Drug Paraphernalia
Mohamed Albaadan was released to his parent’s custody after being charged with the sale of drug paraphernalia.
Wadeea Albaadani was released on $2,000 unsecured bond after being charged with selling drug paraphernalia.
The Fulton Deli is currently closed until further notice.
The Dover Police Department is announcing the arrest of Timothy Safford, wanted for a murder that occurred on Friday, June 22nd, 2018. Members of the United States Marshal Fugitive Task Force took Safford into custody in the 300 Block of Van Buren Street NW, Washington D.C. He was arrested without incident. Safford is currently being held pending his extradition to Delaware.
UPDATE:
The Dover Police Department has identified Timothy Safford (42) as the suspect in the shooting death of Sylvester Lee at Liberty Court Apartments on Friday, June 22nd. During the investigation, detectives learned that Safford and Lee were involved in a verbal argument prior to the shooting. While both men walked towards the victim’s vehicle, Safford shot Lee, ultimately causing his death.
Safford is wanted for 1st Degree Murder, Possession of a Firearm During Commission of Felony, Possession of Firearm/Ammunition by Person Prohibited (2x).
Safford should be considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with knowledge of Safford’s whereabouts should call 911 or their local police department immediately. Safford’s last known address is in Dover, DE but is no longer accurate.
Timothy Safford
Incident/Complaint#: 50-18-20694
Date/Time: Friday, June 22nd, 2018 at 9:41PM
Location: Liberty Court Apts, 1289 Walker Road, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating the shooting death of a 41-year-old man that occurred on Friday night. At approximately 9:41PM, officers from the Dover Police Department responded to Liberty Court Apartments for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located Sylvester Lee (Clayton, DE), lying on the ground after being struck multiple times by gunfire in the torso. Lee was transported to Bayhealth Kent General Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries at approximately 10:15PM.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. 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 http://www.tipsubmit.com
Date/Time: Tuesday, July 24th between 5:30AM-3:00PM
Location: Dover East Estates MHP, 1061 S. Little Creek Road, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department is investigating a residential burglary that occurred on Tuesday, July 24th, 2018. Sometime between 5:30AM and 3:00PM, unknown suspects entered a vacant home through a small rear window. Once inside, the suspects stole a 40″ Samsung TV and fled.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. 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 http://www.tipsubmit.com
Location: Cherry Street, South of Lincoln Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested Christopher Brewer on weapons charges after a traffic offense on Tuesday evening. Officers were patrolling the Area of Cherry and Lincoln streets at approximately 6:35PM on Tuesday when they observed a black Kia Forte parked in the middle of the street. As officers approached, Brewer entered the car and began backing up. Officers contacted Brewer and noticed a strong odor of marijuana coming from the car. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a .380 caliber handgun, handgun magazine and cartridges, and drug paraphernalia. Brewer also had two capias’ for his arrest. Brewer was taken into custody without incident and committed to JTVCC in default of $5,150 secured bond on the following charges:
-Possession of Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited (2x)
-Possession of Marijuana
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
-Traffic Offenses
Location: Capitol Cleaners, 217 S. New Street, Dover, DE
Officer Releasing Information: M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer
Narrative:
The Dover Police Department arrested a 51-year-old Dover man after breaking into the Capitol Cleaners location at 217 S. New Street. Officers responded to the location at approximately 1:19AM after receiving an alarm call for the location. While searching the property officers located unsecured doors to the business and that the cash drawer was missing. Officers continued to check the business and located James Smith at the rear of the business with two cash drawers and cash in his possession. Smith was taken into custody without incident.
Smith was committed to JTVCC in default of $3,000 bond on the following charges:
-Burglary 3rd Degree
-Theft Under $1,500
-Criminal Mischief (2x)
