Category: Dover Police News

The Dover Police Department is excited to announce its First Annual Safe Trick-or-Treat event.  On October 28th, from 6:00PM-7:30PM, streets surrounding Legislative Mall will be filled with police cars, fire trucks, emergency equipment, local businesses, and organizations as costumed children Trick-or-Treat at each display.  Families will have a chance to meet their local police and fire personnel, explore the vehicles and equipment they use, get to know more about local businesses and organizations and what they offer to the community, all while Trick-or-Treating.

The Dover Police Department has partnered with the Downtown Dover Partnership to provide even more activities for children and families to enjoy the night.  At 5pm, children can register for the Halloween Parade and Contest put on by the Downtown Dover Partnership at Loockerman Way Plaza (126. West Loockerman Street).  The walking parade will depart shortly before 6:00PM and proceed east on Loockerman Street and make a right onto Federal Street where it will end at the Dover Police Trick or Treat event.  The Downtown Dover Partnership will also have a variety of food trucks on site and will provide free activities such as a pumpkin painting station for children.  Entertainment will be provided by DJ Chino with dance performances by En Pointe Studio.  For parade information call 302-678-2940.

As of October 21st, the following organizations and businesses are confirmed to attend and distribute candy and other treats to children.  (Subject to change)
-Downtown Dover Partnership
-Dover Police Department Patrol Vehicles
-Dover Police Department SORT Vehicle
-Dover Police Department Crisis Negotiation Vehicle
-Dover Police Department Motorcycle Unit
-DelDot Pink Snow Plow and Wally the Workzone Warrior
-Delaware State Police Helicopter
-Camden Police Department
-Milford Police Department
-Capitol Police Department
-Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE)
-Delaware State Fire School
-Dover Fire Department
-Little Creek Fire Department
-Leipsic Fire Department
-DAFB Security Forces
-Chick-Fil-A with Cow Mascot
-Firestone
-TJM Financial Group
-Kent Sussex Community Services
-Keller Williams
-Delaware Technical Community College
-Mission BBQ
-Biggs Museum
-Capitol School District
-SportsZone
-United Church
-People’s Place
-Children’s Secret Garden
-Cricket Wireless
-Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
-Loockerman Catering
-Concord Pets
-Buffalo Soldiers M/C
-Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity
-Delaware Stars Youth Hockey
-Eden Hill Medical Center
-Shear Dreams
-Read Aloud Delaware
-more additions expected…

There is no cost for any of the events or activities for attendees.  Each child will receive a custom Dover Police Trick-Or-Treat bag (1st 1,000 kids).  While there is no age limit to attend, we kindly request that only children 13 and under Trick-or-Treat.  Costumes are NOT required unless you wish to be part of the parade and costume judging for prizes .

The roadways surrounding Legislative Mall will be closed to traffic and parking beginning at 5pm to ensure the safest conditions for attendees and allow them to freely explore all the historic area has to offer.  Streets that will be closed include:
Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (North and South) from Legislative Avenue to Federal Street and Legislative Avenue and Federal Street between North and South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

Incident/Complaint#:  50-16-35420

Date/Time:  Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 7:23PM

Location:   100 Block of Willis Road, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department, First State Fugitive Task Force, and Delaware State Police conducted a search warrant at a home in the 100 Block of Willis Road in reference to a fugitive apprehension.  Ronald Jones (38) was arrested without incident and found to be in possession of 24.1 grams of crack cocaine and a digital scale.  Jones, who was on Level 4 house arrest, was issued an administrative Violation of Probation warrant by Delaware Probation and Parole and was committed to JTVCC as a result.

Jones was also charged with the following offenses:
-Possession with Intent to Deliver
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
-Possession of Crack Cocaine Tier 4 Qty
-Possession of Counterfeit Controlled Substance
-Violation of Probation

On Saturday, October 22nd,  the Dover Police Department will once again join the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for a Drug Take Back event.  People with unused and expired medications can turn in their medication at the Dover Police Department from 10am-2pm on Saturday, October 22nd.  The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.  Sharps and syringes will not be accepted at the collection locations due to potential hazards posed by blood-borne pathogens.

This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue.  Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs.  Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. In addition, Americans are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines-flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash-both pose potential safety and health hazards.

The public can visit http://www.dea.gov or call 1-800-882-9539 to find other collection sites and obtain more information about the program.

The public is also reminded that the Dover Police Department offers a drug take box that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in the main lobby of the department.

Incident/Complaint#:  50-16-35021

Date/Time:  Monday, October 17th at 9:51AM

Location:   Unit Block of North Governors Avenue, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

A 28-year-old Dover man was arrested for a residential burglary on Monday morning after he fled from arriving officers.  At 9:51AM, officers were called to a home on the Unit Block of N. Governors Avenue for a burglary.  The suspect was stole numerous items and fled the home after being confronted by the owner.  Police arrived and located Jeremy Hunt and attempted to stop him at Queen Street and Reed Street.  Hunt fled on a bicycle from the officers until he was stopped at Bank Lane and taken into custody.  Hunt will be charged with the following offenses as a result of the incident:
-Burglary 2nd Degree
-Theft Under $1,000
-Resisting Arrest

Bond information is not available as the suspect is awaiting arraignment.

Incident/Complaint#:  50-16-34996

Date/Time:  Sunday, October 16th, 2016 at 11:45PM

Location:   400 Block of New Castle Avenue, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department responded to a shooting in the 400 Block of New Castle Avenue on Sunday night.  At approximately 11:45PM, an unknown suspect fired multiple shots in the area, striking a home in the 400 Block of New Castle Avenue at least three times that was occupied by five people.  Multiple shell casings were found in the area.

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 or through the Dover Police Department MyPD Mobile App

Incident/Complaint#:  50-16-34908

Date/Time:  Sunday, October 16th, 2016 at 1:04AM

Location:   WAWA, 1450 Forrest Avenue, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative:

The Dover Police Department is investigating a Sunday morning shooting that occurred in the parking lot of WAWA at 1450 Forrest Avenue.  At approximately 1:04AM, officers in the area heard shot fired at the convenience store.  As officers arrived, they observed a large SUV flee at a high rate of speed.  Officers stopped the vehicle and learned that an unknown suspect had fired a gun in their direction as a fight was about to start in the parking lot.  A short time later, a 21-year-old male was contacted at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital with a gunshot wound to his right elbow.  The victim told investigators that he was pumping gas when he was shot in the elbow and received a ride to the hospital from friends.  Detectives are working to identify the suspect  in the shooting at this time.

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 or through the Dover Police Department MyPD Mobile App