Cheswold Mother and Daughter home safe and sound!
The Cheswold Police Department was advised this morning that Ms. Susan Temple and her daughter Amissa Wells returned to her home last evening at approx.. 2130 hrs safe and sound.
The Cheswold Police would like to thank all of the news outlets and local departments that assisted in getting the story out through their web sites, newspapers and twitter. We believe that the fast response help to facilitate their return.
Cheswold Police Seeking assistance in locating Mother and Daughter
The Cheswold Police Department received a report from a citizen that his daughter left their residence on Dayflower Ct in the Fox Pointe Development on Thursday morning to take a vehicle to a 
local repair shop and failed to return home.
Susan Temple, 33 yr old W/F was reported to be last seen at her brothers residence the Hunters Run Development located in Bear, DE on Saturday, May 16th around 12pm, where she picked up her 13 yr old daughter, Amissa Wells. The father has made numerous attempts to contact Ms. Temple on her cell phone with negative results.
Ms. Temple has custody of her child and is currently wanted on two capias’s’, at this time we believe that there is no foul play involved. If you know Ms. Temple or have seen her or her daughter Amissa please call 911 or contact the Cheswold Police Department.
Rash of Car thefts reported in Cheswold 5-13-15
The Cheswold Police Department has handled numerous thefts from vehicles this morning in the area of Fox Pointe and School Ln, the vehicles were entered between 12am and 7am….. the thieves 
stole items such as change, pocket books and other items that may have value. In mostly all of these incidents the vehicles were left unlocked.
If you have had something taken from your vehicle or the vehicle was just ransacked call 911 so that officers can make a report. You may think it is not significant but allows us to track where things begin and end.
Most of all ….PLEASE LOCK YOUR CARS!!
Cheswold Police Chief chosen to present program at 2015 IACP Conference
On Monday, May 11th Chief Chris Workman of the Cheswold Police Department received an email notifying him that his proposed presentation was selected to be presented at the 2015 International 
Association of Chief’s of Police Conference this October in Chicago, IL.
A portion of the email is below:
“Dear Chief Workman,
Cheswold PD Investigating Rash of Thefts and Burglaries
Over the past week there has been a rash of bicycle thefts and some burglaries in Cheswold and surrounding areas. The Cheswold Police and Delaware State Police have answered calls for thefts and 
burglaries in Cheswold, Lake Shore Village and Pinewood Acres. One juvenile arrest was made over the weekend and we are following leads on a few other suspects.
Make sure that you lock up your bicycles and your vehicles. Most of these incidents are crimes of opportunity, the items being taken are unsecured and out in the open.
To help you from being a victim of burglary…… Here are some things to remember:
1. Keep all doors and windows closed and securely fastened. An open window or door is an open invitation for burglars. Thieves are also quick to spot weak locks that may be easily forced open. Doors should have deadbolt locks with a one inch throw and reinforced strike plate with three inch screws. All windows should have window locks.
2. Secure sliding glass doors. Place a metal rod or piece of plywood in the track and install vertical bolts. These will help prevent burglars from forcing the door open or lifting it off the track.
3. Always lock the door to an attached garage. Don’t rely on your automatic garage door opener for security.
4. Create the illusion that you are home. by using timers on lights, radios and TV’s. Making your residence appear occupied, even when no one is home, will deter criminals.
5. Keep the perimeter of your home well lighted. Installing low voltage outdoor lighting is a cost-effective way to discourage intruders, as well as highlight a house.
6. Never leave clues that you are away on a trip. Have a trusted neighbor collect mail and newspapers while you are away so delivered items do not accumulate. You can also ask a neighbor to park in your driveway or parking place to make it appear that you are present.
7. Keep some shades and blinds up and curtains open to maintain a normal, everyday appearance in your residence.
8. Never leave a message on your telephone answering machine telling people that you are away from home. A message that you will return at a certain time leaves your home vulnerable in the interim.
9. Keep shrubbery trimmed away from entrances and walkways. While large, ornate hedges may be beautiful, they also provide a hiding place for burglars who need only a minute to break in through a window or door.
10. Organize a community watch program to protect your neighborhood. An alert community is a safe community
The most effective home security program is one that deters burglars as soon as they view your residence.
If you see someone suspicious in and around your residence or a neighbors residence call 911………. Don’t assume someone else called police….you are the first defense and it is your neighborhood. Help us , Help You !!!
If you would like a representative of the Cheswold Police Department to make a presentation to your group, civic association or any gathering regarding Burglary Prevention or any other issue please contact Chief Workman at (302) 734-2202.
Suspect Wanted for Theft from Cheswold News and Tobacco
Cheswold Police are currently looking for Matthew B. Langshaw who has a warrant outstanding for Theft in the Town of Cheswold.
On April 6, 2015 the suspect entered the Cheswold News & Tobacco Store on Holly Oak Lane and fled with an E-Cigarette and Tank valued at $31.99 without paying for the item. The suspect was viewed on camera by PFC Simms who was called to investigate the incident.
The officer was able to identify the suspect and the vehicle he was seen fleeing the scene in through previous encounters and put together a photo line-up where the suspect was identified. Warrants for the suspects arrest were secured by the department on May4th, 2015.
Please call 911 or contact the Cheswold Police- PFC Louis Simms at (302) 734-2022. 
