Bartender Charged After Fatal Crash Investigation
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Date Posted: Friday, January 23, 2026
A bartender faces charges after investigators determined she served alcohol to a visibly intoxicated patron who was later involved in a fatal two-vehicle crash on November 15, 2025.
Delaware State Police contacted the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) after their crash investigation revealed that the driver, Ashley Wright of Dover, Delaware, had been at Emmaculate Sports Bar, 3800 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, before the collision.
Surveillance footage obtained on November 18 showed that Wright displayed visible signs of intoxication while being served alcoholic beverages.
SCAM ALERT: Illegal Operation Impersonating Licensed Marijuana Dispensary
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2025
The Delaware Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) is alerting the public to a fraudulent marijuana operation targeting University of Delaware students and Newark residents.
DATE has received reports of counterfeit business cards and flyers being distributed in the Newark area. These materials falsely claim to represent Fresh Delaware, a legitimate marijuana business. The impostors are attempting to mislead potential customers into purchasing marijuana products illegally.
DATE Reaccredited by Delaware Police Accreditation Commission
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Police Officer Standards and Training Commission | POST | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
The Delaware Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) is proud to announce its successful reaccreditation by the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC) during the Commission’s quarterly meeting held on July 23, 2025. This reaccreditation follows a comprehensive assessment conducted on May 19, 2025, by a team of three assessors from police agencies across Delaware. The evaluation was overseen by Sean Moriarty, Executive Director of the Delaware Police Officer Standards and Training Commission. The assessment examined not only DATE’s policies and procedures but also the operational effectiveness of the Division—ensuring full compliance with the high standards set by DPAC.
Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement Arrest Long Neck Man for Selling Alcohol Without a License
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, June 9, 2025
The Delaware Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) arrested 47-year old Lytain Dukes of Long Neck, Delaware, for selling alcoholic liquor without a license and related offenses following an investigation into the I.Y.K.Y.K. Social Hall.
Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement Youth Police Academy
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Date Posted: Thursday, May 8, 2025
The Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) is excited to announce the 2025 Youth Police Academy, taking place the week of July 21, 2025, at the Delaware National Guard Readiness Center in Smyrna, Delaware.
This free, week-long program offers high school students ages 14 to 18 a unique opportunity to learn about law enforcement and substance use prevention. Participants will receive hands-on instruction from DATE officers and law enforcement professionals from across the state, along with presentations from prevention experts focused on reducing youth use of alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana.
