Man charged with identity theft after running from police

Man charged with identity theft after running from police

A Wilmington man is facing charges after providing police with a fake name and leading officers on a chase.

Newark Police Arrest Man Following Traffic Stop, Foot Pursuit

Newark Police arrested a Wilmington man after a traffic stop led to a brief foot pursuit and the discovery of multiple offenses, including an active warrant for identity-related crimes. On April 18, 2025, at approximately 5:22 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was found to be displaying a fictitious Pennsylvania registration. During the stop, the driver presented officers with a fraudulent foreign driver’s license. When o…

Newark Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Wilmington Man on Identity Theft and Related Charges

NEWARK, DE — A routine traffic stop by Newark Police escalated into a foot pursuit and the apprehension of a Wilmington man who now faces multiple charges, including identity theft, following an incident on April 18, 2025. According to authorities, the incident unfolded around 5:22 p.m., when officers observed a vehicle displaying a fictitious Pennsylvania registration and conducted a traffic stop. During the interaction, the driver allegedly pr…

Wilmington Man Arrested Following Vehicle Stop and Foot Pursuit in Newark

On April 18, 2025, at approximately 5:22 p.m., Newark Police officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle displaying a fictitious Pennsylvania registration. During the stop, the driver provided officers with a fraudulent foreign driver’s license as identification. When questioned further, the driver fled the scene on foot. Officers pursued and apprehended the suspect following…