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  Archives:  December 2016

Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Celebrating the Holiday Season While Staying Safe on Delaware’s Roadways

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

As Delawareans observe the holidays and look ahead to a new year they have many reasons to celebrate, and zero reasons to drive distracted or to get behind the wheel after drinking. So far this year 116 people have lost their lives on our roadways, including 40 whose deaths involved impaired driving or an impaired pedestrian. Each one is a tragedy that leaves behind a family who is hurting this holiday season. And they’re stark reminders of how important it is to remain alert and sober when driving and walking along our roads.



Brandywine Zoo’s tiger to be transferred to Bronx Zoo

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

The Brandywine Zoo’s Amur tiger, Zhanna, is scheduled to be transferred to the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo in New York early in January 2017, according to DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation in partnership with zoo officials and the Delaware Zoological Society. The relocation is prompted by the Association of Zoos and Aquarium’s Species Survival Plan – a robust and scientific endeavor to manage the genetic diversity of captive species. Zhanna’s genetic profile and age make her a good candidate for breeding and consequently, for transfer to a zoo with a successful tiger breeding program.



Newark Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Child Rape

Criminal Division | Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

Other defendants to serve prison time for rape, weapons, and robbery charges A 33-year-old Newark man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being sentenced on a rape charge. Deputy Attorney General Diana Dunn secured the sentence for Jeffrey Richard. Over a three-year period, Richard repeatedly had oral sex with a child […]



Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Dec. 12-18

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

To achieve public compliance through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Dec. 12-18 made 1,025 contacts with anglers, hunters, boaters and the general public, including 38 vessel boardings for boating safety, hunting and fishing regulation compliance checks, issuing 23 citations.



Capitol Police receive inaugural Beau Biden Outstanding Criminal Justice Program Award

Criminal Justice Council | Delaware Capitol Police | News | Date Posted: Thursday, December 22, 2016

Wilmington, Del.- The Criminal Justice Council is pleased to announce that the Delaware Capitol Police’s Violence Intervention Program has received the inaugural “Beau” Biden Outstanding Criminal Justice Program Award. The intervention program, developed in 2013 by Capitol Police Chief John Horsman, provides protection for people involved in domestic violence-related court appearances. Cases involving incidents of […]





  Archives:  December 2016

Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Celebrating the Holiday Season While Staying Safe on Delaware’s Roadways

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

As Delawareans observe the holidays and look ahead to a new year they have many reasons to celebrate, and zero reasons to drive distracted or to get behind the wheel after drinking. So far this year 116 people have lost their lives on our roadways, including 40 whose deaths involved impaired driving or an impaired pedestrian. Each one is a tragedy that leaves behind a family who is hurting this holiday season. And they’re stark reminders of how important it is to remain alert and sober when driving and walking along our roads.



Brandywine Zoo’s tiger to be transferred to Bronx Zoo

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

The Brandywine Zoo’s Amur tiger, Zhanna, is scheduled to be transferred to the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo in New York early in January 2017, according to DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation in partnership with zoo officials and the Delaware Zoological Society. The relocation is prompted by the Association of Zoos and Aquarium’s Species Survival Plan – a robust and scientific endeavor to manage the genetic diversity of captive species. Zhanna’s genetic profile and age make her a good candidate for breeding and consequently, for transfer to a zoo with a successful tiger breeding program.



Newark Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Child Rape

Criminal Division | Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

Other defendants to serve prison time for rape, weapons, and robbery charges A 33-year-old Newark man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being sentenced on a rape charge. Deputy Attorney General Diana Dunn secured the sentence for Jeffrey Richard. Over a three-year period, Richard repeatedly had oral sex with a child […]



Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Dec. 12-18

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 2016

To achieve public compliance through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Dec. 12-18 made 1,025 contacts with anglers, hunters, boaters and the general public, including 38 vessel boardings for boating safety, hunting and fishing regulation compliance checks, issuing 23 citations.



Capitol Police receive inaugural Beau Biden Outstanding Criminal Justice Program Award

Criminal Justice Council | Delaware Capitol Police | News | Date Posted: Thursday, December 22, 2016

Wilmington, Del.- The Criminal Justice Council is pleased to announce that the Delaware Capitol Police’s Violence Intervention Program has received the inaugural “Beau” Biden Outstanding Criminal Justice Program Award. The intervention program, developed in 2013 by Capitol Police Chief John Horsman, provides protection for people involved in domestic violence-related court appearances. Cases involving incidents of […]