"Point Your Antenna Towards Sharptown"
The City of Newark is advising motorists of anticipated heavy traffic in the area of South College Avenue near the University of Delaware’s sports complex on Saturday, February 22, 2025, due to a scheduled funeral service and procession. Traffic congestion is expected…
The Newark Police Department is seeking information on the whereabouts of two suspects linked to a motor vehicle crash that occurred in the early morning hours of January 13, 2025, during which a vehicle struck the St. John AM Church located at…
On February 8, 2025, at about 0048 hours, members of the Newark Police Department were conducting proactive enforcement and conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that had committed multiple traffic violations. During the stop, driver, Sean Dotson, 21, of New Jersey…
On February 6, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., a Newark Police Officer observed a gray Kia Forte fail to stop at a stop sign at Hillside Road and Sypherd Drive. As the officer pulled behind the vehicle, they confirmed that the Delaware…
As we celebrate Black History Month, we take this time to reflect on the history and legacy of the Newark Police Department. This year, we’re showcasing an important and mysterious chapter of our story: the legacy of Newark’s first Black police officer,…
The Newark Police Department is investigating a Theft by False Promise incident from February 8, 2024, that occurred on the 300 block of East Main Street. During this incident the suspect received payment for paint work at a business with an agreement…
Newark Police Detectives have been investigating a shooting at a Newark hotel that occurred in 2021. Detectives identified Abian Plenty, 25, of Wilmington as a person who was present during this shooting. A warrant for Plenty was obtained charging him with one…
On January 10, 2025, at about 1520 hours, members of the Newark Police Department and New Castle County Police Mobile Enforcement Team attempted to apprehend a wanted person. Officers observed Savion Whyte-Douglas, 23 of Wilmington, who was a passenger in a vehicle,…
The Newark Police Department is actively investigating a motor vehicle crash that occurred in the early morning hours of January 13, 2025, during which a vehicle struck the St. John AM Church located at the corner of New London Road and Hillside…
New London Rd and East Cleveland Ave is now open.