Traffic Stop in Dewey Beach Leads to Arrest for DUI & Weapons Violations
June 1, 2024/
Dewey Beach Police on patrol spotted a vehicle with no headlights on just after midnight Saturday on Coastal Highway and initiated a traffic stop. The driver of the vehicle, 31 year old Darren Jeffcoat of Smyrna did not have a driver’s license but produced a Delaware ID card. And a computer check showed he had three outstanding warrants for traffic violations. A search turned up a loaded 9mm firearm was found on the rear floor of the vehicle along with a small amount of suspected marijuana. He was taken to Dewey Beach Police Department for processing. Jeffcoat is charged with the following offenses:
- 2 counts of possession of a deadly weapon by a person prohibited
- carrying a concealed deadly weapon
- 3rd offense felony DUI
- possession of a firearm while under the influence
- failure to have headlights on when required
Jeffcoat is being held at SCI, bond is set at $16,650
