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Mother Pleads Guilty In Emma Cole Murder

May 25, 2023May 25, 2023 - by Staff Writer

On May 25, Kristie Haas pled guilty to the lead charge of Murder by Abuse or Neglect First Degree for the killing of her three-year-old daughter, Emma Cole prosecutors announced today. In addition to Murder by …

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Crime / Kent County / Clayton

Police: Quick Thinking Trooper Deflates Getaway Plans, Two In Custody

March 11, 2023March 11, 2023 - by Staff Writer

The Delaware State Police have arrested 26-year-old Thomas Ponzo of Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania and 32-year-old Khyree Dacoste of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on felony drug charges. Officials said on March 10, 2023, troopers learned that Thomas Ponzo …

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Public Safety / Crime / Clayton

Police: Clayton Man Facing Felony Child Pornography Charges

April 29, 2022 - by Staff Writer

Delaware State Police Troopers and Department of Justice Investigators assigned to the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force arrested Jason D. Cooke, 45, of Clayton, on Dealing in Child …

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Clayton / Public Safety

Police: DNA Leads To Arrest In August Homicide In Clayton

December 17, 2021December 17, 2021 - by Staff Writer

Delaware State Police arrested Christopher S. Porter, 37, of Smyrna, on Wednesday night for a homicide that occurred in August, according to Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper. Pepper …

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Public Safety / Fire / Clayton

Update On This Mornings House Fire In Clayton

December 15, 2021 - by Staff Writer

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal has determined that this morning’s fire that heavily damaged a Clayton house trailer was accidental., according to Michael Chionchio Assistant State Fire Marshal. Marshal …

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Crime / Clayton / Public Safety

Two 15-Year-Olds Charged With Claymont Armed Robbery

November 9, 2021 - by Staff Writer

Delaware State Police arrested two 15-year-old juveniles, one of Wilmington and one of Claymont, following an armed robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon, according to Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason …

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Public Safety / Crime / Clayton

Woman In Stable Condition After Being Shot In The Face, Suspect Facing Attempted Murder

October 2, 2021 - by Staff Writer

Delaware State Police arrested Richard C. Lawson III, 33, of New Castle, on attempted murder and related charges Friday night, according to Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper. Pepper …

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Clayton / Public Safety

Troopers Identify Man Found Murdered In His Home Friday

August 25, 2021 - by Staff Writer

Delaware State Police have identified the man found murdered in a Clayton home on August 20, 2021. Police said on Friday, August 20, 2021, at approximately 2:40 p.m., the Delaware …

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Public Safety / Clayton

Troopers Say Man Found Murdered In His Home Friday

August 21, 2021 - by Staff Writer

Delaware State Police are conducting a homicide investigation that occurred Friday at a residence in Clayton, according to Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell. Hatchell said on Friday, August …

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Smyrna / Clayton / Public Safety

Emma Grace’s Mother Now Facing “Murder” Charges, Step Dad Back In Custody

May 4, 2021May 4, 2021 - by Staff Writer

The mother of  Emma Grace Cole has been indicted on two counts of Child Abuse By Murder or Neglect, according to prosecutors. Officials said at a Tuesday’s press conference that …

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