Gordon Turner, a 22-year-old man from New Castle, has been identified and arrested for driving his U-Haul truck into pedestrians, killing one and injuring several more.

Arrest made, more info released in U-Haul driver hitting pedestrians in Newark case

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Police & Fire

A 24-year-old University of Delaware graduate student was killed and another seriously injured after a stolen U-Haul van driven by a man crashed on East Main Street Tuesday afternoon. Police announced Wednesday afternoon that Gordon Turner, 22, of New Castle, was arrested following the incident, which began shortly before 4:30 p.m. on April 29. Officers had been searching for a …

The U-Haul crash took place in Newark at about 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. (Photo by Larissa Veronica Heather/THE REVIEW)

1 dead, several injured after U-Haul crashes into pedestrians in Newark

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Police & Fire

NEWARK — A high-speed crash involving a stolen U-Haul truck left one person dead and several others injured Monday evening in downtown Newark. The incident began around 4:30 p.m. when Newark Police located a U-Haul vehicle reported as unauthorized after it was not returned on its scheduled due date of March 18. The truck, occupied by two individuals, was found …

The new mascot's named will be revealed at a ceremony April 4. (Photo courtesy of the Newark Police Department)

Newark Police Department has new community policing mascot for youth engagement

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Police & Fire

NEWARK – The Newark Police Department, in collaboration with the Newark Police Athletic League (PAL), is set to unveil its brand-new community policing mascot in an effort to strengthen connections between local youth and law enforcement. The unveiling event is scheduled for Friday, April 4, at Downes Elementary School in the Christina School District. The mascot, which draws inspiration from …

Delaware LIVE+ Weekly Review – March 23, 2025

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The Newark Police Department presented honors and awards Thursday. (All photos courtesy of the Newark Police Department)

Newark Police Department honors officers and staff at special ceremony

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The Newark Police Department held a ceremony to honor the exceptional service and dedication of its officers, civilian employees, and a community member. The event, which took place at the Courtyard by Marriott Newark-University of Delaware, recognized the contributions of over 30 individuals, highlighting their hard work and commitment to the city over the past year. The highlight of the …

Delaware LIVE+ Weekly Review – March 2, 2025

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Newark Police and ChristianaCare's partnership continues the effort to add mental health services to police departments.

Newark PD, ChristianaCare start unit to aid mental health crisis response

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Police & Fire

NEWARK – The Newark Police Department has unveiled a new Behavioral Health Unit aimed at improving the response to mental health crises within the community. Developed in collaboration with ChristianaCare and funded through the Delaware Criminal Justice Council‘s federal Connect and Protect Grant, the unit seeks to provide specialized, compassionate care to individuals in need. The innovative program was established …