Dover Police Department Delaware

📱🌐 Safer Internet Day 2026: Keeping kids safe online takes all of us. Threats like scams, photo misuse, and AI deepfakes are real. Kids are never to blame. Talk often, review privacy, and report concerns at CyberTipline.org. #SaferInternetDay #ProtectOurKids #DoverPD

The smartest choice you can make after drinking is to call a sober ride. Visit this website to see the full list of DE taxis and ride-shares. arrivealivede.com/drive-sober/

🏈Plans for the big game this Sunday? Make sure they include a sober ride home. Together, we can make Delaware crash-free. ArriveAliveDE.com/Drive-Sober

The Dover Police Department stands with the Delaware State Police as they grieve the loss of one of their own. We honor the life, service, and sacrifice of our fallen brother.

Never Forgotten 09/11/2001

The Dover Police Department has arrested Jamal Jones, 26, of Felton, following an investigation into a shooting that was not reported to the Police. For full details of this incident, click the link below. doverpolice.org/2025/07/22/unr…

Dover PD has arrested 20-year-old Makhai Miller for his involvement in the June 14th shooting on Barrister Place. Detectives continue working with @DE_DOJ to ID the person responsible for the homicide of 22-year-old Daniel. Full release: doverpolice.org/2025/07/07/dov…

The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred overnight Thursday. For full details of this incident, click the link below. doverpolice.org/.../shooting-o…

Last Friday, DSU Police celebrated 25 years of service! M/CPL, Cpl. Stevenson, and other DSUPD officers were recognized for helping ID and arresting a shooting suspect from last year. Congrats to DSUPD, and thank you for honoring the hard work our officers do daily!

THROWBACK THURSDAY Officers are ready for their weapons qualification in the DPD range.

Dover Police continue to investigate the June 14th shooting on Barrister Place that claimed the life of 22-year-old Daniel Guzman Jr. and injured 4 others. Have info? Contact Det. Bowman at 302-736-7141 or leave an anonymous tip at 💻 delawarecrimestoppers.com ☎️ 1-800-847-3333.

THROWBACK THURSDAY The Dover Police Academy in 1977. From left to right: Bottom row: Jim Beauchamp, Rick Smith, Lester Gore, and Larry Smith Standing: Frank Massuli, Dreg Mandich, Ellis Parrott, Mario Glover, Steve Rogers, Harry Shula, John Teare, and William Knotts

Today, we celebrate all the dads. Whether you're cheering from the sidelines or lending a helping hand, you make a difference every day. Thank you for all you do!

THROWBACK THURSDAY This is a photograph of the Dover Police Department when it was located on Kings Highway around 1953/1954.

THROWBACK THURSDAY Pictured is Dover Police Officers who competed in the 1976 State Pistol Championship Front Row (L/R): Gene Phillips, Tim Mullaney Back Row: (L/R): John Bartch, Clarence Marr, John Sigler, Joe Bartch

The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred Saturday evening on White Oak Road. For full details, click the link below. doverpolice.org/2025/06/02/rob…

THROWBACK THURSDAY Here is a photo of our 2016 Youth Academy. Registration for our 2025 Youth Academy opens up on June 1st, and spots are limited, so set a reminder! For more information, visit doverpolice.org/pal/

Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice is the foundation of our freedom, and we are forever grateful.