Troopers Arrest Harbeson Man for Burglary at a Sussex County Fire Station

Delaware State Police have arrested 52-year-old Eugene Marple of Harbeson, Delaware, for burglary and related offenses following a burglary that occurred at the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company on Wednesday.

On June 4, 2025, troopers began investigating a burglary at Indian River Volunteer Fire Company, located at 32628 Oak Orchard Road in Millsboro. During the investigation, troopers learned that during the overnight hours of June 4th, an unknown white male suspect entered the fire station through an unsecured door. Once inside, the suspect damaged an office door, stole property, and fled the scene.

Through investigative means, troopers identified Eugene Marple as the suspect and on June 5, 2025, he was arrested without incident.

Marple, who is not a member of the fire company, was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on a $3,500 unsecured bond.

• Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)
• Theft under $1,500
• Criminal Mischief under $1,000