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Delaware State Police have arrested 43-year-old Melissa Horton of Millsboro, Delaware, for various offenses after a suspicious person investigation in a Millsboro neighborhood. The incident took place on May 18, 2024, at 3:47 a.m. when troopers responded to a report of a suspicious person wearing dark clothing and a backpack. Horton was found with methamphetamine and suspected drug dealing proceeds in her possession. She provided false identities to the trooper but was eventually identified. Horton faces charges including Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance and Criminal Impersonation. She was released on a $5,500 unsecured bond. Stay updated on similar news stories by visiting the Delaware State Police newsroom.
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1. Millsboro Woman Arrested for Suspicious Activity – Delaware State Police
2. Multiple Offenses Suspect Apprehended in Millsboro – Delaware State Police
Delaware Woman Arrested for Drug Offenses in Millsboro
On Tuesday, May 21st, 2024
Delaware State Police made a significant arrest in Millsboro, Delaware, over the weekend. Melissa Horton, a 43-year-old resident of Millsboro, was taken into custody for multiple offenses following a suspicious person investigation that took place in a residential neighborhood in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Suspicious Person Report Leads to Arrest
The incident unfolded on Devonshire Road in Millsboro around 3:47 a.m. Troopers received a report of a suspicious person dressed in dark clothing with a backpack, peering into windows and potentially stealing mail in the area. Responding officers spotted an individual matching the description walking along Victoria’s Landing Road and decided to intervene.
Upon approaching the suspect, she provided the troopers with false identities, leading to her eventual arrest. The woman was identified as Melissa Horton after further investigation. A search of her backpack yielded the discovery of two clear plastic bags containing approximately 5.01 grams of methamphetamine, along with $2,090 believed to be proceeds from drug dealing.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Following her arrest, Melissa Horton was taken to Troop 4 for processing. She was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, a felony offense, as well as Criminal Impersonation. Justice of the Peace 7 presided over her arraignment, and she was subsequently released on a $5,500 unsecured bond.
Community Response
The arrest of Melissa Horton has left the residents of Millsboro shocked and concerned. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of remaining vigilant and reporting any suspicious activity to the authorities promptly. The Delaware State Police continue to work diligently to ensure the safety and security of all communities across the state.
For more information on this case and other news updates, please visit the Delaware State Police website. Stay informed, stay safe.
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