Georgetown Police Department

05/28/2026

05/22/2026

The Georgetown Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to help identify suspects in a Shoplifting investigation.
Please contact PFC Bruette if you have any information that may help identify the suspect. 302-856-6613

05/19/2026

The Georgetown Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to help identify a suspect in a Shoplifting investigation.
Please contact Patrolman Redshaw if you have any information that may help identify the suspect. 302-856-6613

05/11/2026

The Georgetown Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to help identify a suspect in a Shoplifting investigation.
Please contact PFC Romero if you have any information that may help identify the suspect. 302-856-6613

05/11/2026

The Georgetown Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to help identify a suspect in a Shoplifting investigation.
Please contact PFC Garay if you have any information that may help identify the suspect. 302-856-6613

05/11/2026

The Georgetown Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to help identify a suspect in a Shoplifting investigation.
Please contact Patrolman Dryden if you have any information that may help identify the suspect. 302-856-6613

05/11/2026

The Georgetown Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to help identify a suspect in a Disorderly Conduct investigation.
Please contact Detective Leppert if you have any information that may help identify the suspect. 302-856-6613

04/26/2026

🚨SCAM ALERT🚨

The Delaware State Police has received multiple reports of a text message scam affecting Delawareans throughout the state. The text message includes an image (shown below) of a “Final Notice – Court Enforcement Action” claiming to be from the State of Delaware Justice of the Peace Court. The graphic includes a court date and a QR code to settle unpaid balances for traffic violations.

❗ THIS IS A SCAM ❗If you receive such a text, report it as junk and delete it.

Important Safety Tips:
- Do NOT click any links or visit QR codes from unknown numbers.
- Do NOT provide payment or payment information to unverified sources.
- Contact the Justice of the Peace Court directly if there are concerns about a pending traffic case.
- Electronic toll and speeding violations are only issued through the mail, not via text messages.

Please share this to help spread awareness.

04/23/2026

S*x Offender Notification (Advisory)

In compliance with Megan’s Law, this notice is provided to help protect the community. Law enforcement may share information about offenders who may pose a risk. This is not a wanted bulletin—for advisory purposes only.

Information is updated regularly but may change. For the most current details, visit:
👉 https://sexoffender.dsp.delaware.gov

⚠️ This information is for public safety only. Misuse (harassment, threats, intimidation) may result in criminal charges.

01/24/2026

🚔Lewes man arrested for DUI, drug, and weapons charges,

On January 22, 2026, at approximately 11:47 p.m., a Georgetown Police Officer on patrol in the area of North Bedford Street and observed a black Chevrolet Tahoe traveling southbound without its headlights on. The officer initiated a traffic stop and contacted the single occupant.
The driver, identified as Brian Govin, 42 of Lewes De, was contacted and the officer observed an open container of a suspected alcoholic beverage in plain view. Further investigation determined that Mr. Govin was driving under the influence of alcohol. A computer inquiry revealed that Mr. Govin has multiple prior DUI arrests and convictions.
Mr. Govin was also found in possession of ma*****na. An inventory search of the vehicle, conducted prior to towing, revealed additional drugs, drug paraphernalia, and a handgun. Mr. Govin is a person prohibited stemming from a previous felony conviction.
Mr. Govin was charged with the following offenses:
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
• Possession, Purchase, Ownership, or Control of a Firearm or Ammunition by a Person Prohibited
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Firearm)
• Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol – 4th Offense (Felony)
• Possession of an Untraceable Firearm
• Possession or Consumption of a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance (Except Human Growth Hormone) Without a Prescription
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Ma*****na Related) – Civil Violation
• Failure to Have Lights On When Required
Mr. Govin was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution (SCI) in lieu of $91,000.00 cash bail.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime, or you have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Georgetown Police Victim Services Unit and/or Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461)



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