Hamm Burglar Arrested

No word yet from New Castle County regarding burglaries in Christine Manor, but...

From NPD Press Release:

The Newark Police Department has charged five people in connection with numerous residential burglaries that began in August and continued until this month. During the investigations, it became apparent that a string of burglaries taking place in Newark were being committed by an organized group. In early October, the Newark Police Department initiated a recorded telephone message to city residents advising of the burglaries and reminding citizens to report any suspicious activity or vehicles in their neighborhoods.

Through investigation and evidence, it was learned that members of the Hamm family and their associates were unlawfully entering houses in the daytime and early evening hours, when residents were not at home. In some instances, they entered through unlocked doors or windows, in others entry was forced. Their primary targets of theft were cash, jewelry, and electronics, although other items were also stolen. The burglaries were not concentrated in a specific area, taking place throughout Newark and in neighboring areas of Maryland.


The defendants:
Kimberly Hamm July 12, 1985 (23 years old) 52 Vista Dr. Elkton, MD
Charged October 28 with Burglary 2nd Degree (2 counts), Conspiracy 2nd Degree (2 counts), Felony Theft, Conspiracy 3rd Degree, Misdemeanor Theft, Unlawful Use of Credit Card, and Criminal Mischief (2 counts). She was released on unsecured bail.

Rodney Hamm October 2, 1981 (27 years old) 371 Appleton Rd. Elkton MD
Charged November 3 with Burglary 2nd Degree (6 counts), Conspiracy 2nd Degree (5 counts), Felony Theft (4 counts), and Misdemeanor Theft (2 counts). He was committed to the Howard Young Correctional Facility in default of $41,500 bail.

Danielle Rau September 14, 1977 (31 years old) 371 Appleton Rd. Elkton MD
Charged November 3 with Burglary 2nd Degree (4 counts), Conspiracy 2nd Degree (3 counts), Felony Theft (3 counts), Misdemeanor Theft (2 counts), and Criminal Mischief (3 counts). She was committed to Baylor Women’s Correctional Facility in default $29,000 bail.

Roger Sheetz January 5, 1979 (29 years old) 2B Queen Circle, Newark
Charged November 6 with one count each of Burglary 2nd Degree, Conspiracy 2nd Degree, Theft, Conspiracy 3rd Degree, Unlawful Use of Credit Card, and Criminal Mischief. He was committed to Howard Young Correctional Facility in default of $6,000 bail, but has since been released after bail was posted.

Jennifer Hamm July 12, 1985 (23 years old) 52 Vista Dr. Elkton, RD
Arrested and held in Cecil County, MD on November 18. Awaiting her return to Delaware to be charged with the same offenses as her co-conspirators.

Jennifer Hamm and Kimberly Hamm are twin sisters. Rodney Hamm is the brother of Jennifer and Kimberly. Danielle Rau is the girlfriend of Rodney. Roger Sheetz is an associate of the twin sisters.

Locations of the burglaries in which the defendants have been charged include Patrick Henry Court, Country Club Drive, Vassar Drive, Pennwood Street, Saw Mill Drive, Wrangler Road, Wynwyd Drive, and Minquil Drive.

This investigation is ongoing, and it is anticipated that additional charges will be brought as other burglaries are connected to these defendants. The same defendants are under investigation by agencies in Maryland for burglaries occurring in Cecil and Harford counties.

Information related to this investigation can be reported to Det. D’Elia at 302-366-7110 ext 132 or Greg.Delia@cj.state.de.us or to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 where information can be left anonymously and a reward may be available.