WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police have charged a city man with multiple offenses and seized an off-highway vehicle during a patrol enforcement operation aimed at addressing illegal vehicle usage on public streets.
According to the Wilmington Police Department, officers from the Uniformed Services Division were conducting routine patrols in the 400 block of North Church Street on April 22, when they observed a male suspect in possession of an off-highway vehicle at approximately 6:49 p.m. Upon investigation, police identified the individual as 33-year-old Tyquan Dean and took him into custody. Authorities also seized the off-highway vehicle he was operating.
Dean now faces several charges in connection with violations related to off-highway vehicle use. Specific details regarding the nature of the alleged offenses and the charges were not disclosed by police.
Following Dean’s arrest, law enforcement issued a public reminder about the city ordinances and state laws concerning the operation and possession of off-highway vehicles, which includes dirt bikes and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Officials emphasized that, under the Wilmington City Code and Delaware Criminal Code, using any off-highway vehicle on city streets, sidewalks, or parks is prohibited and can lead to substantial fines.
The guidelines also state that off-highway vehicles within the city must be registered with the Division of Motor Vehicles and must have an immobilization device, such as a wheel lock, in place at all times.
Authorities have urged members of the public to report illegal activity related to off-highway vehicle use, including locations where they are operated or stored. Residents can provide information to the Wilmington Police Department by contacting S/Cpl. Keith Johnson of the Special Operations Division Traffic Unit at (302) 571-4415 or Keith.Johnson@cj.state.de.us or by using the department’s crime tip line at (302) 576-3990. Callers have the option to remain anonymous.
Police highlighted that operations targeting illegal off-highway vehicle usage remain a key focus of their enforcement efforts, aimed at ensuring public safety and compliance with local laws.
Law enforcement has emphasized that all charges against Dean are allegations at this stage, and he is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. Additional information regarding the case has not been made available.
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