2 Men Charged In 2016 Wilmington Murder Case: Police

Terrance Kinard, 34, was shot and killed in May 2016. Six years later, two have been charged in connection with his death, police said.

Wilmington Police Seek Info On 2011 Cold Case Murder: Authorities

Teiso Richardson was shot and killed in front of his wife and children in 2011, according to a report.

Delaware Man Who Ran Prostitution Ring Sentenced To 21 Years In Prison

Anthony Jones, 38, of Wilmington, was convicted by a federal jury in 2019 of sex trafficking minors by force.

Delaware Teen's 2020 Murder Still Unsolved; Police Seek Leads

Wilmington police are asking for the public's help with its investigation into the death of 16-year-old Janaija Johnson.

13-Year-Old Shot In Wilmington; Police Investigating

The victim, whose name was not released, was taken to the hospital in stable condition, police said.

Private School Administrator Fired Amid Child Porn Accusations

William Ushler, a former director at Tower Hill School in Wilmington, is charged with five counts of dealing in child pornography.

Man Who Fire-Bombed Delaware Planned Parenthood Sentenced

Samuel Gulick of Middletown was convicted of throwing a Molotov cocktail and vandalizing a Planned Parenthood facility in Newark.

14-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Wilmington

Amarea Smith was last seen March 1, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

DE Teacher Charged With Theft Stole Pizza Fundraiser Cash: Police

Wade Bryan, a former secretary at North Lauren Elementary School, was indicted Feb. 14 on two counts of felony theft.

Police Find Body In Burning Car Near Bear: Report

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office and New Castle County police are investigating the death, according to a report.

18-Year-Old Killed In Single-Car Crash Near Town Of Bear: Police

Delaware State Police identified the victim of the Sunday crash. Police said he was ejected from the vehicle during the crash.

'Whitest Black Guy' Trophy Lands Wilmington Police In Hot Water

An investigation has been opened into the Wilmington Police Department after the racially charged trophy came to light, a report said.

Wilmington Police Body-Worn Camera Program To Launch

Training will begin next week with full Implementation expected by early June.

Wilmington's Newest Police Officers Take Their Oath Of Office

The 19 graduates of the historic 100th Wilmington Police Academy are sworn in before family, friends, and community leaders.

Wilmington Police Chief Issues 2020 Crime Report

Some Successes Mixed With Continuing Challenges To Improved Public Safety; Mayor Addresses Deep Concerns About Continual Gun Use.

Wilmington Mayor And Chief Donohue Encourage Potential Recruits To Apply For City Fire Department’s 41st Fire Academy

Applications for the fire academy are available online, and will be accepted until November 30.

Mayor Mike Purzycki, Chief Robert J. Tracy Announce Start Of 100th Wilmington Police Academy

Twenty-one recruits today begin an intensive 6-month training program.

Wilmington Fire Department Seeking Recruits For 41st Fire Academy

Applications are accepted until November 30.

Wilmington Police Department Receives $630,000 Federal Grant To Support Police Body-Worn Camera Program

​Earlier this month, the City appropriated $400,000 in local funds for body cams.

Local Funding For Wilmington Police Body-Worn Camera Program Is In Place As City Awaits Word On Federal Assistance

Mayor Purzycki and Chief Tracy say program will move forward with additional City money should federal grant be denied.

Wilmington Releases Final Portions Of Police Department's Policy Manual

All eight chapters of the manual are now available online.

Wilmington Releases More Sections Of The Wilmington Police Department Policy Manual

The 17 additional policy directives from Chapter 6 being released today cover a broad range of topics

Wilmington Releases Additional Portions Of The Wilmington Police Department Policy Manual

The WPD Policy Manual, which is posted online, may be viewed or downloaded.

Wilmington Mayor And Chief Tracy Release Additional Portions Of The WPD Policy And Procedures Manual

The remaining sections of Chapter 6 and Chapter 4 will be released over the next few weeks.

Mayor Purzycki, Chief Tracy Share Additional Sections Of Wilmington Police Department Policy And Procedures Manual

The use of force policy was released this month as the initial step in the City’s pledge to make policing policies public.

Wilmington Supports Black Lives Matter

The City leaders said Wilmington will display the red, black, and green Pan-African flag prominently in the City.

Wilmington And City Police Officers Agree On 1 Year Contract

The one-year agreement gives rank and file officers a 2% cost of living salary adjustment and is effective from July 1 2020 - June 30 2021.

Sex Offenders In Delaware: Local 2019 Halloween Safety Map

As Halloween gets underway, here's how to see where registered sex offenders are living in your neighborhood.

Wilmington’s Newest Police Officers Take Their Oath Of Office

The 32 graduates of the 99th Wilmington Police Academy are sworn in before family, friends and community leaders