New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
Child Rescued From Wilmington Manor Apartment Fire, 12 Occupants Displaced
The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office has determined that this afternoon’s fire that heavily damaged a New Castle, Delaware apartment building was accidental,…
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Happening Now: Apartment Fire, Multiple People Reported Trapped
Wilmington Manor - Firefighters from across New Castle County have responded to the 1600 block of New Jersey Avenue in New Castle for reports…
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Police: Wilmington Man Sought For Domestic Robbery & Vehicle Theft
Newark Police are actively searching for Wilbert Normand 2nd, 24, of Wilmington, according to Lt. Andrew Rubin. Rubin said Normand is sought for…
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Newark Police Continue Investigation Into Shooting At Hotel, Subjects Released
Newark Police continue to investigate a shooting that occurred at the Red Roof on College Avenue Saturday, according to Lt. Andrew Rubin. On…
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Home Destroyed In New Castle Sunday, Family Displaced, $300K In Damage
The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating this afternoon’s fire that destroyed a New Castle, Delaware home, according to Michael…
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Police Investigating At Least One Shooting In Newark Early Saturday
Police are currently investigating two reported shootings early Saturday. Newark Police spokesman Andrew Rubin said on February 6, 2021, at about 12:03 a.m.…
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Police: Jogger In Serious Condition After Being Struck By Hit-And-Run Driver
Yesterday evening, Thursday, at approximately 6:00, patrol officers from the New Castle County Division of Police were dispatched to the area of the…
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Thirteen-Year-Old Child Found Shot In Wilmington Thursday
Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred at approximately 5:48 p.m. in the 600 block of West 27th Street. Police located…
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Police: Victim Not Talking After New Castle Shooting Tuesday
Last night, Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2021, at approximately 11:10 p.m., patrol officers from the New Castle County Division of Police were dispatched to…
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Troopers: Suspect Caught Driving Clerk’s Car Blocks Away From Robbery Scene
Newark– The Delaware State Police have arrested 19-year-old Tarell Berry of Wilmington, DE, in connection with the robberies of a gas station and…
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