DELAWARE: Judges continue to allow repeat offender DUI drivers free to kill and maim; Arturo Guerrero of New Castle, arrested for felony DUI with four prior DUI convictions on his record. More repeat offenders nabbed.

The Delaware State Police report that they arrested 32-year-old Arturo Guerrero of New Castle, Delaware, for a felony DUI following a pursuit in Newark early this morning.

Arturo Guerrero of New Castle, Delaware, for a felony DUI Jan 4, 2025

On January 4, 2025, at approximately 1:10 a.m., a trooper conducting a routine patrol in the area of Harmony Plaza, located at 4126 Ogletown Stanton Road, Newark, observed a 2014 Dodge Durango with a shattered windshield traveling to the rear of the shopping center. The trooper approached the Dodge, which had parked behind a dumpster, and attempted to make contact with the driver and sole occupant of the SUV. However, the driver, later identified as Arturo Guerrero, disregarded verbal commands to stop and fled from the shopping center. In the ensuing pursuit, the Dodge committed numerous traffic violations before ultimately stopping on Llangollen Boulevard. Guerrero was subsequently taken into custody without incident. During their contact with Guerrero, troopers observed multiple signs of impairment, including the odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from his breath.

Guerrero was taken to Troop 2, where a computer inquiry revealed Guerrero had four prior DUI-related convictions. Guerrero was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $12,800 cash bond.

  • 5th Offense Diving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol (Felony)
  • Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
  • Aggressive Driving

Delaware State Police Arrest Nicholas Maltas for Felony DUI and
Firearm Charges on New Year’s Day; has four prior DUI convictions

Nicholas Maltas of Delmar, Delaware on multiple charges, including Felony DUI, on Jan. 1, 2025

Delaware State Police reported that they had arrested 41-year-old Nicholas Maltas of Delmar, Delaware, on multiple charges, including Felony DUI, after a concerned citizen reported an erratic driver on New Year’s Day in Felton.

At approximately 7:30 p.m., a caller contacted 911 about an SUV with an undisclosed Pennsylvania registration driving erratically and nearly causing several collisions. Responding troopers located the vehicle at the intersection of South Dupont Highway and E Evens Road, where they conducted a traffic stop.

The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, identified as Nicholas Maltas, exhibited signs of impairment during the interaction. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests were conducted, which indicated further signs of impairment. During an inventory search of the vehicle, troopers discovered a concealed, loaded 9mm handgun. A subsequent computer search revealed that Maltas did not possess a valid carry-concealed permit, his driver’s license was suspended, and he had four prior DUI convictions.

Maltas was taken into custody and transported to Troop 3, where he was charged with the below-listed offenses, arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on an $8,200 cash bond.

  • Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
  • 5th Offense DUI (Felony)
  • Possession of a Firearm while under the influence
  • Traffic Offenses

 

State Police Arrest Man for Vehicular Assault and DUI Following Crash Investigation in Greenville

Frank Yacona of Boothwyn, Pennsylvania, for vehicular assault and DUI charges

The Delaware State Police arrested 58-year-old Frank Yacona of Boothwyn, Pennsylvania, for vehicular assault and DUI charges following a crash investigation that occurred yesterday afternoon in Greenville.

On December 11, 2024, at approximately 1:27 p.m., troopers responded to the intersection of Kennett Pike and Old Kennett Road, Greenville, for a report of a multi-vehicle crash. Upon arriving, troopers learned a black 2016 Nissan Frontier was stopped at a red traffic light on Kennett Pike southbound at the intersection with Old Kennett Road. At the same time, a green 2000 Ford F-150, operated by Frank Yacona, was traveling southbound on Kennett Pike, approaching the rear of the Frontier. For reasons that remain under investigation, the F-150 struck the rear of the Frontier. The F-150 then continued traveling in a southbound direction, where it struck a white 2017 Nissan Rogue on Old Kennett Road, causing the Rogue to roll over.

The 74-year-old driver of the Rogue was taken to an area hospital for serious injuries sustained in the crash. The 70-year-old passenger of the Rogue, and the 38-year-old driver of the Frontier were taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries sustained in the crash.

During the contact with Yacona, troopers observed multiple signs of impairment and administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Yacona was subsequently taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 1, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $4,002 secured bond.

Troopers Arrest Bridgeville Man for 5th Offense DUI

Glen Sample of Bridgeville, Delaware, for 5th offense felony DUI

Delaware State Police reported that they have arrested 59-year-old Glen Sample of Bridgeville, Delaware, for 5th offense felony DUI yesterday morning near Bridgeville.

On December 4, 2024, at approximately 1:37 a.m., a trooper on patrol saw a Nissan Maxima speeding westbound on Seashore Highway near Wilson Hill Road and pulled it over. When the trooper spoke to the driver, identified as Glen Sample, he showed signs of impairment. The trooper administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and after the tests, he was arrested for driving under the influence. A computer check showed that Sample had four prior DUI-related convictions and a suspended driver’s license.

Sample was taken to Troop 5, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on a $6,150 unsecured bond.

State Police Arrest Juda Hudson for DUI, Gun, and Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop in Seaford

Juda Hudson of Laurel, Delaware, for DUI, gun, and drug offenses

Delaware State Police arrested 18-year-old Juda Hudson of Laurel, Delaware, for DUI, gun, and drug offenses following a traffic stop in Seaford early Saturday morning.

On November 23, 2024, at approximately 12:59 a.m., a trooper on patrol on Middleford Road, east of Sussex Highway in Seaford, saw a maroon Chevrolet Equinox cross over the lane yellow lines several times. The trooper stopped the SUV and made contact with the driver and sole occupant, identified as Juda Hudson. During the contact with Hudson, the trooper saw signs of impairment and administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Hudson was taken into custody without incident.

A search of the Chevrolet was conducted, which led to the discovery of approximately 136.69 grams of marijuana in various packages and a loaded handgun under the driver’s seat.

Hudson was taken to Troop 5, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on a $15,502 secured bond.

  • Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
  • Possession a Firearm by Person Prohibited who also Possesses a Controlled Substance (Felony)
  • Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
  • Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance (Felony)
  • Possession of a Firearm while Under the Influence
  • Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Drug
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

 

Troopers Arrest James Edward Thorpe for 9th DUI Offense.

James Thorpe of Elkton, Maryland for 9th offense felony DUI Oct 24, 2024 Delaware

Delaware State Police have arrested 53-year-old James Thorpe of Elkton, Maryland for 9th offense felony DUI yesterday.

On October 22, 2024, at approximately 4:14 p.m., a trooper on patrol saw a red Dodge Ram pickup speeding southbound on Dupont Parkway near Marl Pit Road. The trooper pulled the Dodge over and spoke to the driver, identified as James Thorpe, who showed signs of impairment. The trooper administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. After failing to complete the tests, Thorpe was arrested for driving under the influence. A computer check showed that he had eight prior DUI-related convictions.

Thorpe was taken to Troop 9, where he was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $6,000 secured bond.

  • Driving Under the Influence (Felony)
  • Driving While Suspended or Revoked
  • Speeding