New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
Happening Now: Crash Route 1 NB At Tybouts Corner
Motorists traveling on DE-1 Northbound at Exit 156 are advised to exercise caution following a collision that occurred earlier this morning, leading to…
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Phone Scammers Impersonating Police Officers
In a concerted effort to combat fraudulent activities, the Wilmington Police Department has issued a public service announcement cautioning residents about a rise…
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Large Gathering In Albion Ends With One Shot Sunday
Detectives from the New Castle County Division of Police are currently investigating a shooting that occurred at 2040 Telegraph Road in the Albion…
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Police: Daycare Worker Charged With Suffocation, Abuse Of Child
Detectives from the New Castle County Division of Police have charged 22-year-old Samantha Diaz of Wilmington with multiple felonies in reference to child…
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Police: Middletown Woman Arrested For Drug Dealing While Out On OR
The Middletown Police have arrested 40-year-old Helen Dugan of Middletown for drug offenses following a criminal investigation police said Friday. Officials said over…
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November Fatal Shooting Ruled Self-Defense
The Wilmington Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division, in conjunction with the Delaware Department of Justice, has ruled a November fatal shooting as self-defense.…
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Avelo Airlines Celebrates One Year In Wilmington
Avelo Airlines marks a significant milestone, the first anniversary of its inaugural flight from Wilmington's Airport (ILG) to Orlando. Today not only commemorates…
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GardaWorld Employee Charged With Stealing $5,000, Released On OR
Delaware State Police arrested 27-year-old Taiquan Keith of Wilmington, Delaware for an employee theft that occurred yesterday in Wilmington. Officials said on January 31, 2024,…
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Former Wilmington Cop Pleads Guilty In Federal Case, Charges Previously Unannounced
Officials today disclosed that a former Wilmington Police officer has entered a plea of guilty in a case that had not previously been…
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Newark Man Indicted In November Fatal Hit-And-Run, Released On Unsecured Bond
Wilmington Police have arrested a Newark man in connection with a November 2023 fatal motor vehicle collision. In the early hours of November…
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