Porch pirates caught on camera in wilmington’s wynnwood neighborhood

Wilmington, DE — Surveillance footage captured two suspects stealing packages from a front porch in the Wynnwood community, prompting New Castle County Police to ask for the public’s help identifying them.

The theft happened around 4:04 p.m. on April 20, 2026, in the 2000 block of Paulwynn Road, according to the New Castle County Division of Police.

Surveillance shows two suspects taking packages

Officers responded to the neighborhood after a resident reported that packages had been taken from their porch.

During the investigation, police obtained video showing two individuals removing two packages from the property, the department said in a public alert.

Authorities have not released descriptions beyond confirming there are two suspects involved.

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Key Points
• Two suspects captured on video stealing packages from Wilmington-area home
• Theft reported April 20 on Paulwynn Road in Wynnwood community
• New Castle County Police asking public to help identify those involved
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Ongoing investigation

The case remains under investigation as officers work to identify the individuals seen in the footage.

New Castle County Police are urging anyone who recognizes the suspects or has information about the incident to come forward.

Tips can be directed to Officer Kyle by email at Brandon.kyle@newcastlede.gov or by calling the department’s non-emergency line at (302) 573-2800.

Anonymous tips encouraged

Residents can also submit anonymous information through Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling (800) TIP-3333, visiting delawarecrimestoppers.com, or messaging the New Castle County Division of Police on Facebook.

Current status

No arrests have been announced, and police continue to review evidence as they seek to identify the suspects involved in the porch theft.

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