Sussex County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from Sussex County.
Police: Teen Charged Assault In Laurel Shooting, Woman Facing Third DUI
On Wednesday evening, at approximately 10:07, Officers from the Laurel Police Department were dispatched to the Hollybrook Apartments area in response to a…
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Man Serving Life For Lewes Murder Found Dead In Cell
The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) has announced the death of inmate John P. Dupras, a 79-year-old inmate from Lewes. Dupras had been…
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Laurel Bank Robbery Suspect Taken Into Custody
The Laurel Police Department has arrested David Dorvilier, 47, of Laurel, in connection with the robbery of Fulton Bank at 30204 Sussex Highway.…
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Police: Suspect Shot At Group In Bridgeville
The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Bridgeville yesterday. Officials said on July 28, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m.,…
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Two Charged After 12-Year-Old Stabbed In The Chest
The Delaware State Police have arrested 40-year-old Darris McGlotten and his mother, 54-year-old Jamesneta McGlotten, both of Ellendale, for attempted murder and related charges after a…
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Photos: Route 1 Closed, Two Helos To AI Early Friday Morning
A major crash occurred at the intersection of Coastal Highway (Route 1) southbound and Minos Conaway Road in Lewes earlier today. Just after…
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Troopers Identify 19-Year-Old Shot And Killed In Milton
Delaware State Police have updated a story that only First State Update brought you Monday morning. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 4:47…
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Man Faces Assault Charge In Shooting That Critically Injured Victim
Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred near Milton last night. Officials said on July 14, 2024, at approximately 7:49 p.m.,…
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Man Found Shot In Backyard Succumbs To Injuries
Delaware State Police have updated a story that only First State Update brought you Monday morning. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 4:47…
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Troopers Update Man Found Shot In Backyard Monday
Delaware State Police have updated a story that only First State Update brought you this morning. Officials said they are investigating a shooting…
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