New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
Three-Alarm Fire Displaces 20 In Newark Tuesday
The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a significant building fire that occurred this afternoon in Newark, DE. Chief Deputy Robert Fox…
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Bicyclist Airlifted After Crash With Motorcycle
On Sunday afternoon, Delaware State Police began investigating a serious collision involving a motorcycle and a bicycle on Montchanin Road, near Brendle Lane.…
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Motorcycle Rider Succumbs To Her Injuries In The Hospital
Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred in Newark on Tuesday. Officials said on August 6, 2024, at approximately…
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Troopers Update Response To Fashion Center Thursday
Delaware State Police have arrested 46-year-old Spenson Sanchez of Wilmington in connection with a series of retail thefts that occurred over several months…
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Wilmington Police Charge Man with Beating, Robbing Elderly Woman
Wilmington Police have arrested a man in connection with a burglary following an investigation.Officials said on August 8, at approximately 10:00 a.m., members…
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Driver Fled Scene After Crashing Into Newark Church
The Newark Police Department is conducting an investigation following a motor vehicle crash that resulted in significant damage to the St. John AM…
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Three Charged In Shoplifting Turned Robbery
Delaware State Police arrested 28-year-old Secret Harris, 21-year-old Nylaa White, and 20-year-old Keevis Wilkerson, all from Wilmington, Delaware, for multiple felony offenses, concluding…
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House Damaged By Fire Thursday Morning In Newark
Early Thursday morning, just before 6:15, firefighters from Aetna Hose, Hook, and Ladder, along with mutual aid from several surrounding fire companies, responded…
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County Police Wait Days To Warn Public Of Carjacking Attempt
New Castle County Police have released a statement several days after a group attempted to carjack a young woman. Officials said on Sunday,…
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Troopers Identify Victim, Suspect In Limestone Road Murder/Canal Standoff
Delaware State Police are investigating a homicide and officer-involved shooting that occurred in New Castle County Sunday that left one woman and one…
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