Tuesday, December 23, 2025 8:57PM

Delaware state police trooper shot during active shooter situation at DMV in Wilmington

WILMINGTON, Del. — Delaware state police say a trooper was killed in what officials said was an active shooter situation at a DMV facility in New Castle on Tuesday afternoon.

The suspect in this incident is also dead, Gov. Matt Meyer said.

State police said they are “are continuing to assess additional injuries.” There is no official word yet on the exact number of people injured.

Police say the active shooter incident is now over.

The incident happened around 2 p.m. at the facility on Hessler Boulevard.

No further details have been made available.

Police are asking residents to avoid the area.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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