On Friday, October 9th, at approximately 10:50 p.m., patrol officers with the New Castle County Division of Police were dispatched to the 1200 block of Canvasback Drive in Mallard Pointe, New Castle, DE, 19720, for a report of a suspicious person.

According to residents, an unknown male wearing a black hockey-style mask and tactical-style vest approached homes while carrying what appeared to be a rifle, knocked on doors, and then ran. Four males were also seen heading eastbound on Mallard Road, two on bicycles and two on foot.

Responding officers, along with a K9 unit, conducted a thorough search of the neighborhood and nearby properties. Despite these efforts, they did not locate the individuals.

While the weapons involved are believed to be Airsoft-style weapons, police have not confirmed this.

Anyone with information regarding this incident, or who may have home security camera footage from the surrounding area, is asked to contact police by calling 911 or the non-emergency number at 302-573-2800.

(Newark, DE 19702) On Monday, August 3, 2026, at approximately 6:52 p.m., officers from the New Castle County Division of Police responded to the Taylortown Shopping Center for multiple reports of shots fired.

Upon arrival, officers located a 40-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to his lower body. Officers immediately rendered medical aid by applying a tourniquet until emergency medical personnel arrived. The male was then transported by ambulance to a local hospital, where he was treated for his injuries and is listed in stable condition.

Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Unit were notified, responded to the scene, and assumed the investigation.

Anyone with information related to this case is asked to contact Detective Watson at (302) 395-8030 or daniel.watson@newcastlede.gov.

You may also contact the New Castle County Police non-emergency number at (302) 573-2800. Tips may remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers at (800) TIP-3333 or submitting a tip online at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.

(Newark, DE 19702) Officers from the New Castle County Division of Police are actively investigating a shooting that occurred in the Taylortown Shopping Center on Songsmith Drive, in Newark. A visible police presence will remain in the area as the investigation continues.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available. The public can expect to see several road closures and an increased police presence. Please use alternate routes of travel and avoid the area.