New Castle County News
News, public safety, government, and community updates from New Castle County.
Delaware Cold Case Murder Suspect Arrested In North Carolina
Wilmington Police have announced the arrest of a man in connection with a 2020 fatal shooting following a lengthy investigation by multiple divisions…
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DRBA Details Why Bridge Was Closed Over Five Hours Saturday
The southbound span of the Delaware Memorial Bridge was closed for several hours early Saturday morning following a two-vehicle collision that occurred around…
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Fatal Carjacker Sentenced Over Three Years After Crime Spree
A New Castle woman has been sentenced to life in prison for a violent crime spree that occurred more than three years ago,…
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Police ID Man Killed In Middletown Hit-And-Run
Delaware State Police have obtained an arrest warrant for 38-year-old Francisco Mendez-Peralta of Chestertown, Maryland, following a fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred Thursday…
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Officials Release Details In Railroad Explosion
An explosion along the Delmarva Central Railroad tracks in Bear on Saturday afternoon caused significant property damage and sparked several fires. According to…
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Two Inmates Charged In Newark Robbery
Delaware State Police have charged two suspects in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at a Newark motel earlier this month. According…
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Wyoming Teen Facing Felony Charges
Delaware State Police arrested a 16-year-old male from Wyoming, Delaware, on multiple felony firearm charges following a traffic stop Tuesday night. Authorities reported…
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Man Facing Murder Charge in July Killing
Wilmington Police have arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in July following an extensive investigation. According to police,…
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Woman Airlifted After Impact With I-95 Barrier Tuesday
A serious crash halted traffic on Interstate 95 northbound near Airport Road Tuesday afternoon after a vehicle struck a jersey barrier and overturned.…
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Victim Pistol-Whipped During New Castle Robbery
Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred Thursday evening in New Castle. Officials said on October 24, 2025, at approximately 6:00…
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