Seaford Fire

December 17, 2023

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a structure fire that occurred in Seaford, Delaware on December 17, 2023.

The incident, reported shortly after 12:30 A.M. , occurred in the 5000 block of Boyce Road Seaford, Delaware. The Seaford Volunteer Fire Department arrived on the scene and found smoke and flames coming from a two-story farmhouse style single family dwelling. Mutual aid fire companies assisted at the scene.

State fire investigators were called to the scene to perform an investigation to determine the origin and cause of the fire. The fire remains under investigation at this time. The structure was unoccupied at the time of the fire. There were no reported injuries. Damage is estimated at $250000. Any persons with information on this fire are asked to call the Sussex Division of the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office at (302) 856-5600.

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John M. Galaska
Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal
(302) 856-5600 Office
(302) 542-9190 Cell


Seaford Fire

November 27, 2023

 

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that damaged a residential dwelling structure in Seaford, Delaware on November 27, 2023.

 

The incident, reported shortly after 1:00 P.M., occurred in the 400 block of Highland Drive Seaford, Delaware. The Seaford Volunteer Fire Department and Sussex County Paramedics arrived on the scene and found heavy smoke and fire coming from a single family dwelling structure. Mutual aid fire companies assisted at the scene.

 

Delaware State Fire Marshal Deputies were called to the scene to perform an investigation to determine the origin and cause of the fire. The cause of the fire remains under investigation at this time. The dwelling was not occupied at the time of the fire. There were no reported injuries. Damage is estimated at $300000.

 

OSFM Police Logo

John M. Galaska

Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal

(302) 856-5600 Office

(302) 542-9190 Cell


Seaford Fire

November 12, 2023

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that damaged a residential dwelling structure in Seaford, Delaware on November 12, 2023.

The incident, reported shortly after 9:30 A.M., occurred in the 8000 block of Hearns Pond Road Seaford, Delaware. The Seaford Volunteer Fire Department and Sussex County Paramedics arrived on the scene and found heavy smoke and fire coming from the occupied dwelling structure. Rescue attempts were unsuccessful due to heavy fire conditions. Mutual aid fire companies assisted at the scene. A single Victim was found deceased inside of the dwelling.

The Delaware State Fire Marshal Major Incident Response Team was called to the scene to perform an investigation to determine the origin and cause of the fire. The Delaware State Police are also assisting with the investigation. The cause of the fire remains under investigation at this time. The Victim was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science Medical Examiner. A Sussex County Paramedic has been treated and released for injuries sustained during the rescue attempt. There were no other reported injuries. Damage is estimated at $200,000.

 

John M. Galaska
Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal
(302) 856-5600 Office
(302) 542-9190 Cell


Volunteers Needed for April 15 Cleanup at Concord Pond in Seaford

Earth Day Event Hosted by DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship

As part of the month-long celebration in April of Earth Day 2023, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and partners are seeking volunteers to clean up the area around Concord Pond in Seaford from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 15. DNREC’s Division of Watershed Stewardship, in partnership with the Delaware Nature Society, Reclaim Our River – Nanticoke Series and the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance, will host the cleanup.

Registration is now open for volunteers. More information about the cleanup – which will begin from the Concord Pond parking area located near the intersection of Concord Pond Road (Road 516) and Henry Drive in Seaford – can be found on the DNREC website.

Volunteers will remove trash from the area and also will get guidance on how to identify and remove invasive plant species from around the pond. Gloves, trash bags and some trash grabbers will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own gloves and trash removal tools if they have them.

About DNREC
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control protects and manages the state’s natural resources, protects public health, provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates Delawareans about the environment. The DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship develops and implements innovative watershed assessment, monitoring and implementation activities. For more information, visit the website and connect with @DelawareDNREC on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn.

Media Contacts: Michael Globetti, michael.globetti@delaware.gov; Nikki Lavoie, nikki.lavoie@delaware.gov

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Delaware Office of Animal Welfare, Delaware State Police Rescue 14 Dogs; 5 Residents Face Felony Dog Fighting Charges

DOVER, DE (Jan. 11, 2023) –   The Delaware Division of Public Health’s (DPH) Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) and the Delaware State Police (DSP) responded to a complaint of suspicious activity at a Seaford residence over the weekend resulting in charges related to dog fighting and the rescue of 14 dogs. One dog died from the injuries sustained from the alleged dog fighting activities. There are five (5) dogs that remain in serious condition, and another eight (8) dogs that are being cared for by Brandywine Valley SPCA.
 

On Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, at approximately 2:00 p.m., DSP responded to a report of suspicious activity around the 26000 block of Lonesome Road in Seaford. DSP conducted an investigation and discovered multiple people at the property actively engaged in dog fighting. DSP took five individuals into custody at the scene. Following the observation of animal fighting, OAW obtained a search and seizure warrant for the property units and took custody of the 14 dogs that were found at the residence.

 The defendants are: 

  1. Samuel Foreman, age 44, of Whaleyville, MD
  2. Timothy Whaley, age 44, of Salisbury, MD  
  3. Bryon Briddell, age 35, of Berlin, MD  
  4. Kevin Land, age 47 of Salisbury, MD or Seaford, DE
  5. Glenn White, age 36 of Salisbury, MD or Wilmington, DE
     

 

OAW charged all defendants with one count each of

  1. Title 11 – 1326 (000A) FELONY 
    1. Own, possess, keep, or use of animal for fighting 
  1. Title 11 – 1326 (000B) FELONY 
    1.  Present at a building/shed /room/yard for animal fight 
  1. Title 11-1325 (00B4) FELONY 
    1.  Cruelly or unnecessary kills or injures any animal 

 

Each of the defendants face the possibility of up to 3 years in prison for animal cruelty which is a Class F felony, and up to a 5-year sentence for animal fighting which is a Class E felony. The defendants posted bail on an $18,000 secured bond from Sussex Correctional Institution (SCI). Part of the bail conditions stipulate that the defendants they have no contact, possession, or ownership of any animals. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this case should contact OAW at 302-255-4646. 

 

Animal Cruelty Complaints 

Cruelty and neglect of animals is against the law (delcode.delaware.gov/title16/c030f/index.html). If you are concerned about an animal’s welfare and suspect cruelty or neglect, contact OAW’s Delaware Animal Services section immediately at 302-255-4646 or report online at animalservices.delaware.gov/report_violation/25. 

 

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The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH), a division of the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, is a nationally accredited public health agency recognized by the Public Health Accreditation Board for its outstanding dedication to driving change through innovation. DPH is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware’s citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. 
   

Anyone who is deaf, hard of hearing, Deaf-Blind, or speech-disabled can contact DPH by first dialing 711 using specialized devices (i.e., TTY, TeleBraille, voice devices). The 711 service is free; to learn more about how it works, visit delawarerelay.com.