Lewes Oncologist Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

LEWES, Del. – The Delaware Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the arrest of a radiation oncologist after charging him with 25 felony counts of dealing in child pornography. 

Authorities say 35-year-old Dr. Samuel Birer was arrested following an investigation led by the Delaware Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The Task Force had received multiple CyberTips generated by Google warning that accounts belonging to Birer contained Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). Detectives subsequently secured and executed search warrants on the accounts, revealing additional CSAM.

“The evidence in this investigation is shocking and abhorrent,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “There is absolutely nothing more important than protecting our children – especially when it comes to adults in a position of trust. I am deeply grateful for the ICAC Task Force’s fierce dedication to this mission.”

Birer has been employed as a radiation oncologist with Delmarva Radiation Services since Oct. 2025, and reportedly sees patients at both the Beebe South Coastal Cancer Center in Millville and the Beebe Tunnell Cancer Center in Rehoboth Beach. At this time, investigators say there is no evidence suggesting that Birer’s crimes are connected to his role as a medical practitioner. Investigators are not presently aware of any victims affiliated with the local community.

In a statement to WMDT, Bebee Healthcare said the following:

“The safety of our patients, visitors and employees is our highest priority. Beebe Healthcare has been made aware of the arrest of a medical staff member not employed by Beebe. While Beebe is not under investigation, we are in communication with the Delaware Department of Justice. While we do not have further details of the investigation, we can reassure our community that our team is taking this matter with the utmost concern, and we are taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone who walks through our doors.”

Birer was arraigned and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $625,000 cash bail.