The New Castle County Division of Police announced the passing of K9 Nox, a Belgian Malinois who served in patrol operations, explosives detection, and SWAT. According to police, Nox began showing signs of illness earlier this week and was taken to a veterinarian. Testing revealed fluid around his lungs and a cancerous tumor on his heart. To prevent further suffering, …
WILMINGTON — Ten new police officers were officially sworn into the Wilmington Police Department on Friday, graduating as the latest class from the 104th Wilmington Police Academy. The graduation ceremony, held at the JPMorgan Chase Building, drew family, friends, and supporters to celebrate the achievements of the recruits. The new officers — Austyn Adcock, Christian Connor, Amanda Grieco, Dielle Holloman, …
WILMINGTON — Wilmington Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect believed to be connected to multiple burglaries that occurred across several city neighborhoods between May 31 and June 1. According to officials, officers from the Uniformed Services Division responded to reports of break-ins at residences located on the 2200 block of West 9th Street, 700 block of …
WILMINGTON — Delaware State Police are investigating the armed robbery of a Loomis armored transport guard that took place Wednesday afternoon outside a wholesale business in Wilmington. According to authorities, the incident occurred around 12:38 p.m. on May 21 at Restaurant Depot, located at 200 Cornell Drive. Police say three unidentified male suspects approached a Loomis guard who was returning …
WILMINGTON — The City Council is reviewing a resolution to accept a $63,000 grant from the State of Delaware’s SLEAF (Special Law Enforcement Assistance Fund) program to support new police equipment and community engagement efforts. A resolution discussed at the May 12 Public Safety Committee meeting would allocate $63,000 in state grant funding to the Wilmington Police Department for a …
DOVER — Three Delaware police departments have been reaccredited by the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC), according to an announcement from the Delaware Police Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST), a Department of Safety and Homeland Security division. The Newport Police Department and Ocean View Police Department each received three-year reaccreditations, while the Greenwood Police Department earned a two-year reaccreditation. …
WILMINGTON- The Wilmington Police Department’s Cold Case Unit is requesting assistance from the public in connection with the 2017 murder of Andrew Pennewell. On November 19, 2017, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 1200 block of West 3rd Street around 7:23 p.m. Upon arrival, police found 25-year-old Pennewell suffering from gunshot wounds. He later died from his injuries. …
WILMINGTON — The Wilmington Partners in Care Program, a collaborative initiative between the Wilmington Police Department and ChristianaCare that pairs trained mental health clinicians with police officers for joint response and community outreach, has released its latest progress report detailing activities and impact from January 1 through March 31, 2025. Launched in March 2024, the program currently includes a …
WILMINGTON- The Wilmington Police Department is observing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week from April 6 to 12, joining agencies nationwide in raising awareness and supporting victims of crime. In recognition of the week, WPD’s Victim Services Unit and Youth Response Unit are playing a key role in educating the community on the support available to crime victims. Through various events …
WILMINGTON – The Wilmington Police Department has announced a series of promotions within its ranks following multiple recent retirements, according to an official statement from the department. Captain Andrea Janvier has been promoted to the rank of Major and will now oversee Investigative Operations, which includes investigative and support divisions, as well as the Human Resources Division. Major Janvier was …
WILMINGTON- The Wilmington Police Department has announced the next installment of its ongoing Coffee with a Cop series, set to take place on Wednesday, April 2, at Bernie’s Espresso, located inside the Riverfront Market. Officers will be available from 9 to 11 a.m. to engage with community members over coffee. The event provides an informal setting for residents to meet …
WILMINGTON- In a tribute to the late Lieutenant Gregg Shelton, Governor Matt Meyer has ordered flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Lt. Shelton, a dedicated officer with the Elsmere Police Department, served the community for two decades. Governor Meyer expressed his deep condolences in a statement Monday. …
