Governor Meyer’s Statement on the Shootings in Newark And Ellendale
Delaware State Police | Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Sunday, November 1, 2026
DOVER, Del. — Governor Matt Meyer released the following statement regarding the shootings on October 31 in Newark and Ellendale, Delaware.
Delaware to Hold First Missing Persons Day on Oct. 24
Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Division of Forensic Science | New Castle County | Date Posted: Monday, September 21, 2026
The Delaware Division of Forensic Science, in partnership with New Castle County Police, Wilmington Police and the Delaware State Police, will host the state’s first Missing and Unidentified Persons Day on Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Route 9 Library in New Castle. This free event is for all families and friends affected by the disappearance of a loved one. Participants can meet with agencies working to locate missing people, identify unknown remains, learn about available resources, and connect with advocates and other families. Families are encouraged to preregister, although a prior missing-person report is not required to attend. Preregistration: Chief Forensic Investigator Carla Tarrach, Carla.Tarrach@delaware.gov, 302-407-4632
OHS Releases DUI Checkpoint Results, Reinforces Ongoing Efforts to Reduce Impaired
Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Monday, September 14, 2026
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) in partnership with the Delaware State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state, conducted a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, September 11, 2026, in Sussex County.
A total of 671 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, resulting in five DUI arrests.
The checkpoint was part of Delaware’s ongoing efforts to prevent impaired driving and encourage motorists to make responsible choices before getting behind the wheel.
OHS Releases DUI Checkpoint Results, Reinforces Ongoing Efforts to Reduce Impaired Driving
Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | DUI Checkpoint | Impaired Driving | Office of Highway Safety | Sober Rides | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
DOVER, Del. (July 15, 2026) – The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) in partnership with the Delaware State police and local law enforcement agencies across the state, conducted a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Sussex County. A total of 983 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, resulting in […]
OHS, Law Enforcement Partners Announce July DUI Checkpoint
Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | DUI Checkpoint | Impaired Driving | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
DOVER, Del. (July 7, 2026) – The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) in partnership with the Delaware State police and local law enforcement agencies across the state, will be conducting a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, July 10, 2026 in Sussex County. The checkpoint is part of Delaware’s ongoing efforts to […]
