(Wilmington, DE 19810) On Friday May, 1st 2020 at approximately 10:50 P.M. Officers from the New Castle County Division of Police responded to the area of Washington Ave, Wilmington, Delaware in reference to shots fired call for service.
Once the officers arrived to the area, they learned that the SUEZ water tower located at 117 Washington Ave, Wilmington, had been struck. Upon closer examination, it was discovered that the water tower had 2 holes which caused a leak from it. At this time, the structural integrity of the tower is intact and there is no immediate threat to the neighboring communities.
If you have any information regarding this incident, call the New Castle County Police non-emergency number at 302-573-2800.
Citizens can text a tip anonymously simply by texting the number 847411 keyword: NCCDE. You can also submit a tip via our website at http://www.nccpd.com. Tipsters may also call Crime Stoppers at (800) TIP-3333 or visit us on Facebook (IM) at New Castle County Division of Police.
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