New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
Two Drivers Charged In Fatal Hit-And-Run
Wilmington police have announced charges against two drivers following a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred late last month on the city’s west side.…
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Fire In Middletown Sends Two To Hospital Saturday
A residential fire in Middletown sent two people to the hospital Friday afternoon and remains under investigation by state fire officials. According to…
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Police Update Carjacking Incident that Ended At Gunpoint
The Delaware State Police have updated a story that only First State Update brought you yesterday. On Saturday, State Police announced the arrest…
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Father Charged With Murder In Death Of Son
Wilmington police have charged 33-year-old Maurice Brown, Sr. in connection with a fatal crash that occurred after he fled from officers during an…
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Accident Ends In Murder Charge For Townsend Man
The Delaware State Police have charged Wednesday that 28-year-old Pavan Patel of Townsend in connection with a fatal crash in Middletown earlier this…
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Teen Shot In Middletown Rolling Drive By
The Delaware State Police is investigating a shooting that injured a teenager Tuesday night in Middletown. Officials said on December 9, 2025, at…
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Three Facing Prison Time In Kidnapping Murder, One For Life
Last week, three defendants were sentenced in connection with a kidnapping and murder committed by gang members, announced Julianne E. Murray, First Assistant…
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Update: Teen Killed In Crash Sunday Night
The Delaware State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred last night in Bear. On December 7, 2025, at approximately 10:40…
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Young Man Killed In Crash Sunday Night
Emergency crews were dispatched to a serious traffic collision just after 10:40 p.m. Sunday at the intersection of Bear Christiana Road and Songsmith…
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Police ID Man Killed In Pike Creek Hit-And-Run
Delaware State Police have released details regarding a story FSU first brought you this morning. Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash…
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