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Fireworks Fest!
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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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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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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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Event
Jun 26, 2026
Join us for a block party, fireworks, live music, food trucks and games on East Washington Street at Mercer Street!
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Case
Jun 23, 2026
The NCPD has identified the suspect in the photo. Thank you for the assistance!
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Post
Jun 16, 2026
Every year, national vehicle theft data reveals a list of the most frequently stolen vehicles in America. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the Hyundai Elantra, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and Honda Civic ranked among the most...
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Jun 8, 2026
Congratulations to Ofc. Eric Kerr, Cpl. Nate Miller, and Ofc. Theo Weaver for their 1st place finishes in the Carter Huzinec Memorial Powerlifting & Strongman Event that was held last Saturday (June 6, 2026) at the Wampum Fitness Center. This fundraising event is hel...
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Case
Jun 2, 2026
Thanks to the quick investigative work performed by the Criminal Investigative Division, Haji Jacobs was apprehended shortly after this incident and identified as the shooter. Jacobs is charged with Aggravated Assault and Recklessly Endangering Another Person. At t...
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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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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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Ellsworth, Dominic Joseph
Ellsworth, Dominic Joseph - FIREARMS NOT TO BE CARRIED WITHOUT A LICENSE and 2 additional charges
Dillard, D Josh Metrius
Dillard, D Josh Metrius - PERSONS NOT TO POSSESS FIREARMS and 2 additional charges
Hall, Charles
TERRORISTIC THREATS and 1 additional charge
Madrid, Alan James
Madrid, Alan James - AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Wilbon, Jackie Jerome
Wilbon, Jackie Jerome Jr. - STATUTORY SEXUAL ASSAULT
Dreyfuse, Edward
STALKING and 1 additional charge