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Homeless Sex Offender Notification

Staff Writer April 18, 2025Delaware State Trooper, Police & Fire, RSS

The following individuals are not wanted. This is a Homeless Sex Offender Public Notification. If you have information that the listed individuals are occupying a residence, please call 302-672-5306. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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Kevin Brightwell

Quentin Lewis

Koshaun Mack

Donald Maull

Carl Rhoades

The post Homeless Sex Offender Notification appeared first on Delaware State Police – State of Delaware.

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