A Wilmington man has been found guilty on all charges for his role in the 2023 death of Quinton Turner.

Andra Manuel, 50, was convicted on April 17, 2026, by a Superior Court jury on charges of Murder First Degree, Felony Murder First Degree, Robbery First Degree, and three charges of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony; he was additionally found guilty by a Superior Court judge on a separate charge of Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited.

“Our DOJ trial team and the Wilmington Police Department deserve a tremendous amount of praise for ensuring that justice was carried out here,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “I hope that this verdict brings some measure of peace and closure to the victim’s family.”

On the evening of November 28, 2023, Manuel shot and killed Turner at a residence on the 200 block of West 20th Street in Wilmington before fleeing. A subsequent investigation led to his arrest in Owings Mills, Maryland, on January 8, 2024, after which he was extradited to Delaware. A sentencing date for Manuel has not yet been set.

DOVER — Governor Matt Meyer today signed Executive Order 19, establishing the Delaware Task Force on Free, Fair, and Secure Elections.  This is a coordinated effort focused on election security, to reinforce public confidence in Delaware’s electoral process, and safeguard Delaware from unconstitutional federal interference. 

“The U.S. Constitution is clear: elections are run by the states, not the federal government,” said Governor Meyer. “That’s a responsibility we take seriously in Delaware, and we will continue to administer elections that are secure, fair, and trusted by the public. If the federal government tries to highjack the will of the people, we will be ready.” 

The Executive Order highlights a range of potential risks to election systems, including cybersecurity threats, physical security concerns, voter intimidation, disinformation, and emphasizes the importance of a coordinated plan and response. 

Chaired by Secretary of State Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez and Secretary of Safety and Homeland Security Joshua Bushweller, the Task Force will include representatives from key state agencies, law enforcement, cybersecurity leadership, federal partners, and members of the General Assembly. 

“Governor Meyer’s Executive Order allows us to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensure every Delawarean has confidence in our elections,” said Secretary Patibanda-Sanchez. “We’re working closely with communities across the state to protect the most fundamental right we have, the right to vote, and to make sure every voice is heard and respected.” 

“At its core, law enforcement exists to protect people, and that includes protecting their right to vote,” said Secretary Bushweller. “This Task Force strengthens our ability to safeguard Delawareans from any threat to our election system and ensures we are prepared to respond quickly and effectively.” 

“Delaware has long been a national leader in running secure, fair, and transparent elections,” said State Elections Commissioner Anthony Albence. “Now, we can build on that strong foundation by increasing coordination across state government and leveraging critical expertise to ensure we remain at the forefront of election integrity and voter confidence.” 

“Voting is our most sacred right, and we cannot take it for granted. We have to fight just as hard to keep it as our forebears fought to win it,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “That’s why we’ve gone to Court year after year to defend the right to vote from partisan attacks against absentee voting, against vote by mail, and just this month against our voter rolls themselves. We are ready for anything. It is our job to guarantee that everyone with the right to vote can exercise that right. And we will not allow anyone to take that away from you.” 

“Voting is a fundamental right, and here in the First State we’ve made great strides to expand access and encourage civic participation,” said Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay. “But to complement these efforts, we have to ensure our neighbors feel confident in the system. I am hopeful this task force will both reassure Delaware voters and set a national standard of protecting free and secure elections.” 

“Poll after poll shows that threats to our democracy, including threats to election security, are top concerns for voters of all backgrounds,” said House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown. “Given the dangerous rhetoric we’ve been hearing from this federal administration, I’m very glad that Delaware is taking this proactive step to protect the most fundamental and important right we have: the right to vote.” 

“The right to vote is the most foundational law that we as Americans hold sacred,” said Senator Dan Cruce. “As chair of the Senate Elections Committee, I’ve had the privilege of advancing voting rights legislation that supports free and reliable elections, further protecting our democratic processes. I want to thank Gov. Meyer for establishing a task force that ensures all voices are at the table, and for dedicating conversations to protecting our voting rights.” 

The Task Force will meet regularly and provide recommendations to the Governor, including reports in advance of primary and general elections and a comprehensive post-election assessment.  

The Executive Order takes effect immediately. The full text can be found here. 

Two individuals have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a robbery that led to the death of a Wilmington man.

Charles Lowe, 47, of Felton, and Sierra Steiner, 30, of Newark, received their sentences on April 17, 2026. Lowe, who was convicted of Murder Second Degree, Robbery First Degree, Conspiracy First Degree, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, was sentenced to 35 years in prison. Steiner, who was convicted of Murder Second Degree, Conspiracy Second Degree, and Robbery First Degree, was sentenced to 21 years in prison.

“The crimes committed by the defendants were part of a larger pattern of cruel, calculated acts,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “I want to express my thanks to our DOJ trial team, the Delaware State Police, and our law enforcement partners in Maryland for their successful efforts to prevent these two from harming anyone else.”

On March 19, 2023, the victim and Steiner drove to Dolphin Drive in Glasgow with Steiner intending to help Lowe rob him. When the two were parked, Lowe approached with a firearm; the victim attempted to flee before being fatally shot by Lowe. Following a weekslong investigation, Lowe and Steiner were discovered in a vehicle by the Cecil County Sheriff’s Office and Harford County SWAT in Elkton, Maryland on April 8, 2023. The pair tried to escape before crashing their vehicle and being arrested.

DOVER — Governor Matt Meyer today announced the nomination of Robert P. Storch to serve as the first Inspector General for the State of Delaware. 

“For far too long, Delaware’s institutions have lacked the independent oversight that Delawareans deserve,” said Governor Matt Meyer. “With a seasoned leader like Robert Storch at the helm, I am confident that the new Office of the Inspector General will ensure that the actions taken at all levels of government are transparent and accountable to the people of Delaware.” 

“Integrity and accountability should be the standard at every level of government,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “Delaware established the Office of the Inspector General to reinforce those standards and to uphold the public trust. Robert Storch’s distinguished record of public service will serve him well as Delaware’s inaugural Inspector General. I look forward to working with him.” 
 
Storch most recently served as the Senate-confirmed Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Defense, where he led a global workforce of more than 1,800 professionals conducting nonpartisan oversight of the Department’s programs and personnel. In that role, he oversaw U.S. assistance to Ukraine as the Congressionally designated Special Inspector General and served as Lead Inspector General for major contingency operations in Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan.  

He previously served as the first Senate-confirmed Inspector General of the National Security Agency and held senior leadership roles at the U.S. Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General, following a distinguished career as a federal prosecutor handling complex public corruption and national security matters.  

Storch is currently serving as a Lecturer in Law at Columbia Law School, teaching a seminar titled “Combating Corruption and Strengthening Government,” which examines the work of Inspectors General and other oversight mechanisms. 
 
The Office of the Inspector General was established in 2025 following the passage of bipartisan legislation to strengthen accountability and transparency across Delaware state government. The office serves as an independent, nonpartisan watchdog responsible for investigating fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption, marking a significant step in enhancing public trust and ensuring the responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources. 

ABOUT THE NOMINEE 
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Robert P. Storch is a seasoned leader in federal oversight and national security, most recently serving as the Senate-confirmed Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Defense. In that role, he led a global workforce of more than 1,800 professionals conducting independent, nonpartisan oversight of the Department’s programs and personnel, ensuring accountability across one of the federal government’s largest and most complex agencies. He testified regularly before Congress and worked closely with senior civilian and military leadership, while also serving as the Congressionally designated Special Inspector General overseeing U.S. assistance to Ukraine and as Lead Inspector General for major contingency operations in Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan. Previously, Storch served as the first Senate-confirmed Inspector General of the National Security Agency, where he advanced transparency initiatives and strengthened whistleblower protections. Over a distinguished career spanning more than three decades, he has held senior leadership roles at the Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General and served as a federal prosecutor handling complex public corruption and national security matters, building a reputation for integrity, independence, and rigorous oversight. 

A New Castle County woman has been sentenced to prison for the abuse, torture, and endangerment of her two children.

Alexus Jackson, a 29-year-old Wilmington resident, was sentenced on April 10, 2026, to 15 years in prison, 1 year in partial confinement, and 18 months of probation; she was also ordered to have no contact with her children. The sentences follow her conviction last December on 2 counts of Child Torture, 2 counts of Unlawful Imprisonment First Degree, 2 counts of Felony Interference with Custody, 8 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and 1 count of Child Abuse Fourth Degree.

“The actions committed by the defendant are horrifying beyond measure,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “These children showed tremendous courage in reaching out for help – it was their bravery that allowed the Division of Family Services, the New Castle County Police, and our DOJ trial team to ensure that justice was done here.”

In September of 2023, a child approached officials at their school to tell them that their sibling would not be attending school because they had been injured by their mother, Alexus Jackson. Investigations by the Division of Family Services and the New Castle County Police Department revealed that Jackson had been abusing the children for years, and a warrant was put out for her arrest. Jackson subsequently turned herself in on February 1, 2024, and was convicted the following year.