Wilmington Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect believed to be connected to multiple burglaries. (Photo: WPD)

Wilmington Police release images of suspect in string of burglaries, seek public’s help

Claudia EstradaPolice & Fire, Headlines

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 …

Officials encourage community members to share any relevant information, no matter how small, as they work to locate the missing dog 'Tooty'. (Photo courtesy of Wilmington PD)

Have you seen Tooty? Wilmington Police investigate burglary and dog theft

Claudia EstradaPolice & Fire, Headlines

WILMINGTON — Wilmington Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent burglary that included the theft of a dog. According to police, officers responded to a residence in the 4100 block of North West Street on May 30 around 1:14 a.m. following a report of a burglary. Investigators say various items were taken …

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 new rescue boat and a mobile outreach trailer. (Photo: rwcar4 Flickr)

Resolution proposes $63K in state funding for Wilmington Police projects

Claudia EstradaGovernment, Headlines, Police & Fire

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 …

Wilmington Police Department Community Fairs

Wilm. PD hopes weekly walks will address social, health needs

Charles MegginsonHeadlines, Government

Wilmington police officers will take weekly walks through the city to engage with residents and distribute information about social services, Mayor Mike Purzycki announced Wednesday. The initiative aims to address unmet social service and public health needs in Wilmington neighborhoods, according to the mayor. “Our police officers have demonstrated time and time again that if they have an opportunity, beyond …