Unsolved 2013 Claymont Murder Still Seeks Justice for Howard Smallwood

More than eleven years have passed since the tragic death of Howard Smallwood, and New Castle County police continue searching for answers in this unsolved murder case.

The 63-year-old victim was discovered deceased on April 15, 2013, in the Riverview Place Apartments complex located on the unit block of Golden Acres Drive in Claymont.

New Castle County Division of Police officers rushed to the scene that evening around 7:48 p.m. after receiving an emergency 911 call reporting the incident.

Despite the passage of time, investigators have not closed the case and continue working to bring justice for Smallwood and his family. The circumstances surrounding his death remain under investigation.

Anyone with information about this cold case homicide is encouraged to contact the New Castle County Division of Police.