Edited January 1, 2026| 8:19 a.m.

The Delaware State Police announces funeral arrangements for Corporal Grade One Matthew T. “Ty” Snook, who was murdered in the line of duty on December 23, 2025.

Services honoring the life and sacrifice of Cpl/1 Snook will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the University of Delaware Bob Carpenter Center, located at 631 S. College Avenue, Newark, Delaware 19716.

A public visitation will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Around 12:45 p.m., a pass and review will be conducted by all uniformed emergency services personnel in attendance. A memorial service will then follow around 1:00 p.m.

At the conclusion of the service, final honors will be presented outside the Bob Carpenter Center, with all ceremonial events expected to conclude at approximately 3 p.m.

Interment will be private and closed to the public and the media.

*Media Alert: The services will be closed to the media, and a staging area will be established outside the facility.  Details will be provided by the DSP Public Information Office at a later date.

Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday morning at Darley Pharmacy in Claymont.

On December 24, 2025, at approximately 9:50 a.m., troopers responded to a report of an armed robbery at Darley Pharmacy, located at 111 Darley Road in Claymont. The preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown white male suspect entered the business, displayed a handgun, and demanded money from the register. The employee complied, and during the robbery, the suspect demanded a customer’s property. The customer also complied, and the suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of cash and property. No one was hurt.

Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone who has relevant information about the robbery is asked to contact Det. D. Patterson at (302) 365-8404. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police is investigating a line-of-duty death after a trooper was killed Tuesday afternoon at the Karen L. Johnson Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

On December 23, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., troopers and local law enforcement responded to the DMV, located at 2230 Hessler Boulevard, in New Castle, for reports of an active shooter. The initial investigation revealed Rahman Rose, a 44-year-old man with a last known address in Wilmington, entered the DMV as a customer. Corporal Grade One Matthew Snook was stationed at the reception desk working an overtime assignment. The early investigation indicates Rose approached Cpl/1 Snook from behind and shot him with a handgun. After being shot, Cpl/1 Snook pushed a DMV employee out of the way and told them to run as Rose continued firing multiple rounds at Cpl/1 Snook.

Rose allowed customers to leave the building and remained inside waiting for responding law enforcement. As officers arrived, Rose fired multiple rounds at law enforcement as they approached the building. A New Castle County police officer saw Rose and shot him through a window from outside the DMV.

Cpl/1 Snook was taken to a local hospital, where he later died.

A second trooper, who responded to the scene, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was not taken to the hospital. A 40-year-old woman was taken to a local hospital for minor, non-gunshot-related injuries. A 35-year-old woman was evaluated for shortness of breath and declined transport to the hospital.

Rose was taken to an area hospital, where he died.

The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives ask anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information to contact Detective D. Grassi at (302) 365-8441or daniel.grassi@delaware.gov. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police would like to thank the public, partnering agencies, and members of the law enforcement community for their overwhelming support and respect shown during today’s dignified transfer honoring Cpl/1 Matthew T. “Ty” Snook.

As Cpl/1 Snook was escorted with honor, members of the community lined roadways, stood in silence, and displayed messages of gratitude and support. The Delaware State Police are deeply grateful for the compassion shown to Cpl/1 Snook’s family and to the women and men who continue to serve during this time of profound loss.

“The outpouring of support shown today serves as a powerful reminder that Cpl/1 Snook’s service and sacrifice will never be forgotten,” said Colonel William D. Crotty, Superintendent of the Delaware State Police. “On behalf of the Delaware State Police, I thank the public and our law enforcement partners for standing with Ty’s family and with our agency during this heartbreaking time. We continue to ask for prayers for his wife, his daughter, and the entire family.”

“Cpl/1 Matthew “Ty” Snook was a dedicated Delaware State Trooper whose courage and commitment to protecting others was evident every day he put on his uniform. He was also a husband and a father. In his final moments, he showed the kind of bravery most of us can only imagine, reflecting the highest values of service. As we hold his wife, his little girl, the law-enforcement community, and all who loved him close in our hearts, may we honor Ty’s legacy by striving to build a world worthy of the sacrifice he made,” said Governor Matt Meyer.

“We are mourning the tragic loss of one of our own Delaware State Troopers, Cpl/1 Matthew “Ty” Snook, who was murdered in the line of duty. This is a devastating time for Ty’s family, for the men and women of the Delaware State Police, and for our entire law enforcement family across the state. Cpl/1 Snook made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the people of Delaware—answering a call to protect others, never knowing it would be his last. His courage, commitment, and selflessness will never be forgotten. We ask all Delawareans to keep Ty’s family, friends, and fellow troopers in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time,” said Secretary Joshua Bushweller, Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security.

The Delaware State Police remains deeply appreciative of the continued support shown by the community as the agency continues to grieve the loss of Cpl/1 Snook.

With the approval of the Snook family, information regarding an official fund established to support Cpl/1 Snook’s loved ones is available at Help Support Corporal Grade One Snook’s Family | Help a Hero.

It is with profound sadness that the Delaware State Police (DSP) announces the line-of-duty death of Corporal Grade One Matthew T. “Ty” Snook, 34, of Hockessin, Delaware, a dedicated 10-year veteran of the Delaware State Police.

On December 23, 2025, Corporal Grade One Snook was fatally shot while working an overtime assignment at the Karen L. Johnson Division of Motor Vehicles on Hessler Boulevard in Wilmington.

Corporal Grade One Snook was hired on March 6, 2015, as a member of the 88th Delaware State Police Recruit Class. Following the successful completion of academy and field training, he was assigned to Troop 6 at Prices Corner. Corporal Grade One Snook served on C-shift throughout his career, where he was known as a dependable, professional, and committed trooper.

A native Delawarean, Ty was a graduate of Saint Mark’s High School and the University of Maryland, where he was a member of the wrestling team. He was a respected colleague, a trusted partner, and a beloved member of both the Delaware State Police and the community he served.

He is survived by his wife and their one-year-old daughter.

Our DSP family extends its deepest condolences to the Snook family. We are forever grateful to them for sharing “Ty” with us and for the sacrifices they made in support of his service to the citizens of Delaware.

Funeral arrangement information will be released when available and in coordination with the family.

With the approval of Ty’s family, the DSP is sharing information regarding an official fund established to support his family. Information about the fund can be found at Help Support Corporal Grade One Snook’s Family | Help a Hero.

Delaware State Police have identified 84-year-old Joseph Mogle, of Camden-Wyoming, as the man who died from injuries sustained in a fatal crash on Saturday evening in Camden-Wyoming.

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone who witnessed the crash, has surveillance or dash-camera footage, or has information related to this incident is asked to contact Sergeant J. Jefferson at (302) 365-8484. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred early Sunday morning in Milton.

On December 21, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m., troopers responded to a residence in the 30000 block of Fisher Road following reports of gunfire. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 39-year-old resident heard what sounded like an object striking his home. When troopers arrived on scene, they observed a bullet hole in the front of the residence, which caused damage inside the home.

At the time of the incident, two adults and two children were inside the residence. Fortunately, no one was physically injured.

Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information about this case is asked to contact Detective Z. Spudis at 302-752-3795. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police have identified 24-year-old Tyler Wright, of Delmar, Delaware, as the man who died from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle fatal crash on Friday evening in Delmar.

Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information is asked to contact Master Corporal R. Albert at (302) 703- 3266. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Saturday evening in Camden-Wyoming.

On December 20, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a Ford Fusion was traveling westbound on Westville Road between Allabands Mill Road and Mallard Drive, approaching a slight curve in the roadway. At the same time, a RAM 2500, towing an enclosed utility trailer was traveling eastbound on Westville Road, with a Chevrolet Suburban traveling directly behind it.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the Chevrolet Suburban attempted to pass the RAM in a no-passing zone and sideswiped the driver’s side of the Ford Fusion. As the Suburban returned to the eastbound lane, its passenger side struck the front driver’s side of the RAM. As a result, the Suburban exited the south edge of the roadway, re-entered Westville Road, and then exited the north edge of the roadway, where it struck a tree and caught fire.

The driver of the Suburban, an 84-year-old man from Camden-Wyoming, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

The driver of the RAM, a 31-year-old man from Dover, and the driver of the Fusion, a 37-year-old man from Hartly, were not injured during the crash.

Westville Road was closed for approximately 5 hours while members of the Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit investigated and cleared the roadway.

The investigation remains ongoing. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash, has surveillance or dash-camera footage, or has information related to this incident to contact Sergeant J. Jefferson at (302) 365-8484. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Delaware State Police are investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash that occurred Friday evening in Delmar.

On December 19, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a Toyota Tundra was traveling westbound on Bacons Road, just west of Bi State Boulevard. As the vehicle approached a left-hand curve, it exited the north edge of the roadway, struck a utility pole, and overturned multiple times.

The driver, a 24-year-old man from Delmar, Delaware, was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle during the crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

Bacons Road was closed for approximately 7 hours while members of the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit conducted their on-scene investigation and utility crews replaced the damaged pole.

The investigation is ongoing. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash to contact Master Corporal R. Albert at (302) 703- 3266. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.