The Delaware State Police are actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred on November 1, 2026, when a motorist traveling southbound on I-95 near the Christiana Mall had their vehicle struck by gunfire at approximately 5:10 p.m. Fortunately, the victim was not injured.
Troopers assigned to Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit are leading the ongoing inquiry. Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or who possesses relevant details to contact Detective W. Beinke directly at (302) 365-8436. Tips can also be routed through a private message to the Delaware State Police or via Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Distinction From East Main Street Incident
While state troopers focus on the interstate occurrence, local law enforcement agencies have recently responded to separate violence nearby. The Newark Police Department provided updates regarding a multi-victim shooting that happened on October 31, 2026, along East Main Street. Among those six victims was a 20-year-old University of Delaware student who sustained a gunshot wound to his back, resulting in a collapsed lung and a continued hospital stay in serious condition.
Contact State Police Victim Services for Support
For community members, victims, or witnesses affected by sudden violence, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit maintains a 24-hour support network. Assistance, resources, and crisis counseling are accessible through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-842-8461 or via email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
As the Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident, further updates will be released as the investigation progresses.
