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This resource is for building public awareness of crimes and those that commit criminal acts in Sussex County. The information contained wit...
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Feb 26, 2026
On February 22, 2026, at approximately 3:00 a.m., a Milton Police Officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding on Harbeson Road. The operator, 30-year-old Paul Hagerman, displayed clear indicators of drug impairment. The officer instructed Hagerman out of the veh...
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Arrest
Created Feb 15, 2026 / Updated Feb 18, 2026
On February 14, 2026, at approximately 1333 hours Milton Police were conducting traffic enforcement in the area of Atlantic Street, south of Walnut Street. A grey in color Honda Accord was observed by an officer traveling north on Atlantic Street, and upon checking its speed, ...
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Jan 22, 2026
  On January 23, 2026, residents in and around Behringer Avenue and Chandler Street can expect periodic water disruptions between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. During this time, water clarity may be affected. To minimize the impact, it is recommended to flush your water l...
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Jan 22, 2026
Snow Routes, Snow Removal and Ice Control; Reminder to clear snow and ice from sidewalks   On March 3, 2025, an Ordinance was passed designating snow routes in the Town of Milton; street signs have been posted on such routes. To follow are the streets for which on-street ...
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Incident
Created Jan 15, 2026 / Updated Jan 21, 2026
The Milton Police Department is seeking the community's assistance to identify a person involved in a recent shoplifting incident at the Family Dollar Store. On Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 7:12 pm, the unidentified person entered the store located at 122 Broadk...
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Jan 5, 2026
Important Parking Restriction Notice The Milton Police Department would like to inform the public of a parking restriction in effect on January 6th and 7th. To facilitate a paving project, no parking will be allowed on Federal Street and Union Street between the hours of 6:00 ...
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Dec 27, 2025
  The members of the Milton Police Department stand in solidarity with the Delaware State Police as they mourn the loss of their brother, Corporal Matthew T. "Ty" Snook. We extend our most sincere and deepest condolences to the Snook family during this difficult time. Thi...
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Dec 9, 2025
The Milton Police Department is reaching out to the community for help in identifying the owner of a lost dog. This morning, officers found a white Jack Russell Terrier with distinctive brown and black markings on its face on Bennett Street. If you have any information about t...
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Oct 17, 2025
  The Milton Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in identifying an individual involved in a recent shoplifting incident. On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the suspect entered the Walgreens store located at 120 Broadkill Road in Milton and stole vario...
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Oct 17, 2025
  The Milton Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in identifying an individual involved in a recent shoplifting incident. On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the suspect entered the Food Lion store located at 110 Broadkill Road in Milton and stole various it...
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