Trooper killed during active shooter situation at Delaware DMV: officials

WILMINGTON, De. – A Delaware State Police Trooper and suspected shooter were killed after officials say an active shooting incident occurred at a DMV location in Wilmington Tuesday.

What we know:

Police initially reported an active shooter situation at a DMV on Hessler Boulevard.

In a later update, Delaware State Police said there is no longer an active shooter.

According to Governor Matt Meyer, the shooter was killed during the incident.

Shortly thereafter, Delaware State Police confirmed a Trooper was killed during the shooting incident.

What they’re saying:

In a post to X (formerly known as Twitter), Congresswoman McBride sends her prayers to law enforcement involved. 

Department of Justice (DOJ) spokesman Mat Marshall sent FOX 29 the following statement: 

The Attorney General is in communication with Delaware State Police and Governor Meyer and has dispatched senior prosecutors to Hessler Boulevard to assist with the investigation. We will defer to DSP on appropriate disclosure of any information about its investigation and would request the media’s forbearance with law enforcement as they respond to this situation. The DOJ will provide any and all support that we can to State Police and the Department of Safety & Homeland Security. We are praying for the law enforcement family. I will follow up as warranted if we have further comment to provide. 

Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester released the following statement on the shooting at the Wilmington DMV office:

“Today is a tragic one for our State. The shooting at the Division of Motor Vehicles on Hessler Boulevard that took the life of a Delaware State Trooper and caused pain for so many others is devastating.The holiday season should be about joy and celebration, not senseless acts of violence. I am thankful for the swift and courageous action by law enforcement who worked immediately to counter the threat.As details of the investigation become more available, I am praying for those impacted and for our State.”

What we don’t know:

Authorities have not released additional details about the suspect, possible injuries, or what led up to the incident.

Police continue to urge the public to avoid the area while the scene remains active.

Delaware State Police say additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

What’s next:

Officials will hold a presser live at around 6 p.m. 

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