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Community Day!
Join us and other members of the community on May 30th from noon until 5pm at Bollinger Playground (North Street at Lowry) for food, games a...
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The New Castle Police is seeking information relating to the homicide of Dakota Olinger that occurred on September 29, 2017 on the City's ea...
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As part of our ongoing effort to promote road safety, the New Castle Police Department would like to remind all drivers of the importance of...
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The New Castle Police Department is committed to enhancing public safety and reducing crime in our community. As part of our efforts, we are...
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The New Castle Police Department is continuing to actively investigate a homicide that occurred in April 2025, resulting in the death of Bri...
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Case
Created Apr 30, 2026 / Updated May 26, 2026
The New Castle Police is seeking information relating to the homicide of Dakota Olinger that occurred on September 29, 2017 on the City's east side. Olinger was found deceased inside his residence from multiple gunshot wounds. If anyone has any information on this ...
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Community Day!
Created May 1, 2026 / Updated May 29, 2026
Join us and other members of the community on May 30th from noon until 5pm at Bollinger Playground (North Street at Lowry) for food, games and other activities.
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Case
Feb 4, 2026
The New Castle Police Department is continuing to actively investigate a homicide that occurred in April 2025, resulting in the death of Brian Legault. As we continue to work diligently to bring justice to the victim and his loved ones, we are seeking the public's assistance i...
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May 29, 2026
Due to the ongoing bridge closure and resulting traffic congestion, the traffic signals at the intersection of East Washington Street and Mill Street have been changed to flashing red signals. The intersection will now operate as a four-way stop in an effort to improve traffic...
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May 29, 2026
Congratulations to Sergeant Richard Ryhal on his well-deserved promotion within the New Castle Police Department! On May 27, 2026, Officer Ryhal was officially sworn in as Sergeant during a ceremony held at City Hall. Sgt. Ryhal has proudly served the citizens of New Castle si...
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Case
May 27, 2026
The New Castle Police Department is currently investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred on the evening of May 26, 2026. At approximately 6:35 PM, officers were dispatched to the intersection of South Walnut Street and County Line Street for a reported motor ve...
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Broadcast
May 26, 2026
The area of County-line and S Walnut Streets is currently closed to traffic due to a motor vehicle crash investigation. Residents are asked to avoid the area if possible.
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Warrant
Created May 6, 2026 / Updated May 26, 2026
D Josh Metrius Dillard is wanted by the New Castle Police for persons not to possess a firearm, aggravated assault and recklessly endangering another person.
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Arrest
May 5, 2026
The New Castle Police Department arrested Hogue, Brenda Lee on Tuesday May 5th, 2026. Warrant Details Warrant Type : Arrest Date Issued : Tuesday April 22nd, 2025 Issuing Authority : Honorable Melissa A. Amodie Holding Department : New Castle Police Department Docket Number : ...
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May 5, 2026
The New Castle Police Department arrested Young, Douglas E on Tuesday May 5th, 2026. Warrant Details Warrant Type : Arrest Date Issued : Monday May 4th, 2026 Issuing Authority : Honorable Melissa A. Amodie Holding Department : New Castle Police Department Docket Number : CR217...
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Dreyfuse, Edward
STALKING and 1 additional charge
Madrid, Alan James
Madrid, Alan James - AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Wilbon, Jackie Jerome
Wilbon, Jackie Jerome Jr. - STATUTORY SEXUAL ASSAULT
Dillard, D Josh Metrius
Dillard, D Josh Metrius - PERSONS NOT TO POSSESS FIREARMS and 2 additional charges
Ellsworth, Dominic Joseph
Ellsworth, Dominic Joseph - FIREARMS NOT TO BE CARRIED WITHOUT A LICENSE and 2 additional charges
Hall, Charles
TERRORISTIC THREATS and 1 additional charge