New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
Missing Laurel Man Turns Up Dead In New Castle Recycling Center
Delaware State Police are investigating the death of 54-year-old Lorenzo Gomez-Lopez of Laurel, Delaware. Gomez-Lopez's lifeless body was discovered on June 21, 2023,…
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Troopers Arrest Three After Finding Stolen Car
On Thursday, the Delaware State Police arrested three subjects after a search in the area along Concord Pike in Wilmington. The three individuals,…
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Police: New Jersey Inmate Linked To June Double Shooting In Delaware
After a lengthy investigation, the Wilmington Police Department has apprehended a suspect in connection with a shooting incident that occurred on June 25.…
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Rider In Critical Condition After Motorcycle Crash In Newark
A young motorcyclist suffered serious injuries after being struck by a sedan Thursday night according to Paramedic Spokeswoman S/Sergeant Abigail Haas. Haas said…
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U.S. Mail Carrier Robbed Wednesday In New Castle
On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, the New Castle County Division of Police received a report of a robbery involving a United States Postal…
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New Castle Man Facing Burglary, Stalking Charges
Patrol Officers with the New Castle County Division of Police have arrested 37-year-old Brian Clendening on multiple felony charges. Officials said on Monday,…
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Officials: Newark Police Catch Burglary Suspect With The Loot
On Monday morning, at approximately 9;45, the Newark Police responded to a report of a burglary at a residence located in the 100-block…
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Troopers Identify Two Killed In I-495 Crash Monday
The Delaware State Police have identified Jaime Vazquez, 45, and Taide Santiago, 52, both of Wilmington, Delaware, as the two who died in a fatal…
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Pennsylvania Man Charged In Delaware Bank Robbery
Yesterday the Delaware State Police arrested 40-year-old Antonio Harper of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania for a bank robbery that occurred in Bear earlier this month. On June…
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Tuesday Night Shooting Leaves Young Man In Critical Condition
The Wilmington Police Department is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the 1200 block of West 4th Street at approximately 9:02…
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