Delaware: Shooter at DMV office in Wilmington in custody; situation no longer active

Delaware State Police confirmed the active shooter at a DMV office on Hessler Boulevard in Wilmington-New Castle is now in custody.

Updated on: Dec 24, 2025, 01:55:51 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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There is an active shooter at Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office in Wilmington, Delaware Tuesday afternoon, the Delaware State Police confirmed. Later, the police confirmed that the shooter has been taken into custody and the situation is no longer active.

In a post on social media, the police said that the active shooter situation is unfolding on Wilmington's Hessler Boulevard. Residents have been asked to avoid the area.

Live updates from the shooting scene showed shots being fired from both sides, with the police and the suspect engaged in a standoff. Loal ABC affiliate Action News reported that two people have been seriously injured in the shooting.

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A massive emergency response is underway, with police, ambulances and fire department officials attending. Route 13, just south of I-495, is the exact location of the shooting incident. The entire area, along with Route 13, has been shut for drivers.

Hessler Boulevard is located in the New Castle/Wilmington area of northern Delaware.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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