Delaware DMV Shooting: Suspect Captured, Situation Under Control
Delaware State Police confirmed the active shooter at a DMV office on Hessler Boulevard in Wilmington-New Castle is now in custody.
A tense standoff unfolded at the Delaware DMV office in Wilmington on Tuesday afternoon after an active shooter was reported. The situation took a turn for the better when authorities confirmed that the suspect has been apprehended and the scene is now secure.
According to local reports, the incident occurred on Hessler Boulevard in the New Castle/Wilmington area. Witnesses described hearing shots fired as police tried to resolve the situation. A local news outlet reported that two individuals were seriously injured in the shooting.
Emergency responders, including police, ambulances, and firefighters, quickly converged on the scene. The area, including Route 13, was temporarily closed to traffic as officials worked to secure the area.
The swift response and successful apprehension of the suspect have brought relief to the community. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.