New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
WPD Confirms Woman Was Fatally Assaulted Last Week
Wilmington Police are investigating a fatal assault that occurred in the 700 block of Catawba Street. Officials said on September 12 at approximately 9:43…
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Murder Charge In Fatal Assault Of Woman, 89
Wilmington Police have announced charges in connection with the fatal assault of an elderly woman earlier this month. Officials said on September 3,…
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Man Killed After Bus Collides With Tractor Monday
The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a tractor and a school bus that occurred Monday morning in New Castle,…
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Man, 30, Dead, Woman In Stable Condition
Wilmington police are investigating a shooting that left two injured Saturday afternoon. Initial reports from the scene indicate that two individuals were found…
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Two Shot In Broad Daylight Saturday
Wilmington police are investigating a shooting that left two injured Saturday afternoon. Initial reports from the scene indicate that two individuals were found…
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Victim Pistol-Whipped, Robbed At Redlight Thursday
The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Thursday afternoon in Edgemoor. Officials said on September 12, 2024, troopers were…
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Man Charged In Townsend Stabbing Incident
The Delaware State Police arrested 40-year-old Thomas Watson of Middletown, Delaware, for assault and associated offenses following a stabbing that occurred Wednesday night in Townsend…
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Threats Against Local School Deemed “Not Credible”
Gunning Bedford Middle School posted a notice on its website regarding social media threats. Dear Gunning Bedford Families: Last night we were made…
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Happening Now: Crash Closes Frenchtown Road In New Castle
Just before 7:30 Friday morning rescue crews responded to Frenchtown Road at Quigly Blvd. for reports of a motor vehicle accident involving a…
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Released On Unsecured Bond Pair Facing New Charges In Hospital Burglary
Troopers have charged a pair just months after being charged with similar crimes earlier this year. Colleen Floyd, 32, of Delaware City, and…
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