(New Castle, DE, 19720) Officers from the New Castle County Division of Police have arrested 19-year-old Stephan DeShields of Wilmington and 19-year-old Nadihr Ross-Turner of Wilmington following a vehicle theft investigation. On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, just after 2:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to the community of Rutledge – New Castle for a theft in progress. It was reported that multiple suspects were walking around the neighborhood trying car door handles. It was further reported that the suspects were using tools to force entry into cars. Officers immediately responded to the neighborhood and located the suspects, at which time multiple foot pursuits ensued. A perimeter was established, and K9 Ramza and his handler conducted a track due to the suspects hiding in the neighborhood. The K9 team then flushed the suspects from their hiding spot as they ran directly into the hands of assisting officers. The suspects were taken into custody without incident and identified as Stephan DeShields and Nadihr Ross-Turner. K9 Ramza further assisted in locating tools that had been discarded by the pair.

Officers were able to link the two to a stolen Toyota Camry that was parked nearby. This vehicle had been stolen from a residence on Staghorn Drive prior to officers arriving. In total, the group was linked to 4 separate thefts or attempted thefts in the community. DeShields and Ross-Turner were charged with one felony count of theft of a motor vehicle, two felony counts of attempted theft of a motor vehicle, four felony counts of conspiracy in the second degree, two misdemeanor counts of theft, and one misdemeanor count of criminal mischief. They were both arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court 11 and held in lieu of secured bail. Officers believe the pair conducted additional thefts. If you have surveillance footage or information, please don’t hesitate to contact NCCPD.

Tips can be forwarded to:

• New Castle County Division of Police non-emergency number at (302) 573-2800

• Criminal Investigations Unit at (302) 395-8110

• Facebook (IM) “New Castle County Police”

DESHIELDS, STEPHAN (19)

ROSS-TURNER, NADIHR (19)

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(Wilmington, DE 19805) Detectives from the New Castle County Division of Police have arrested 25-year-old Fatima Chambers-McKnight of Wilmington following an investigation into a shooting. On Sunday, November 9, 2025, just after 10 p.m., patrol officers were dispatched to the unit block of Court Drive in the Greenview at Chestnut Run community. It was reported that a female victim flagged down a bystander and advised she had been shot in the hand. The victim reported she was shot by an unknown suspect somewhere inside the complex, and she fled to a nearby business on Lancaster Pike. Multiple patrol officers responded to the complex and nearby communities to assist and search for the shooter. Fireboard personnel and medics responded to provide first aid and assist the victim who was then transported to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. NCCPD Detectives and Evidence Detectives then responded to the scene to assume the investigation.

Investigators reviewed surveillance footage, conducted a neighborhood canvas, and completed multiple interviews. The investigation revealed that the information provided by the victim, 25-year-old Fatima Chambers-McKnight, was false. The investigation revealed that the victim was involved in a domestic dispute with a known male suspect at an apartment inside of the complex. During the dispute, Chambers-McKnight, physically assaulted the male. The male then attempted to flee at which time Chambers-McKnight removed a handgun from her jacket. It was at this time, Chambers shot herself accidentally in her hand. It was reported that Chambers-McKnight then discarded the loaded firearm in the community. K9 Havoc along with his handler conducted a terrain search and located the firearm. Chambers-McKnight was later charged with one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, one count of reckless endanger in the first degree, one count of assault in the third degree, and one count of aggravated menacing. Chambers-McKnight was arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court 2 and held in lieu of $17,000 secured bail.

Chambers-McKnight, Fatima (25)

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(New Castle, DE 19720) We are proud to announce the newest member of the division, Wombat, our new facility dog. Wombat was received through the nonprofit organization, Canine Companions for Independence. The organization enhances the lives of people by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.

Wombat’s primary role will be to serve as a goodwill ambassador at community service events and meetings, and to help calm and comfort witnesses, crime victims and anyone who may otherwise be afraid, uncomfortable or nervous. During a two-week training program in Long Island, New York, Wombat was matched with facilitator, Master Corporal Adam Orndorff, who is currently assigned to our Community Services Unit. Master Corporal Orndorff has over 26 years of police service and previously worked as a Community Engagement Specialist. Master Corporal Orndorff is also a team leader on the Crisis Negotiation Team, a member of the Critical Incident Stress Management team and has advanced training in Crisis Intervention.

Today, the Community Services Unit officially introduced Wombat, who received his badge from Colonel Leonard. Wombat becomes NCCPD’s second facility dog, following in the pawprints of Nikko, who served from 2018 to 2025. Nikko—along with other facility dogs from across the state—stopped by headquarters to welcome Wombat and pass the torch. Wombat is already hitting the ground running with a full schedule, and we can’t wait for everyone to meet our newest four-legged team member!

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