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Heroic Delaware Officer Killed in DMV Shooting

12/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Delaware State Police Corporal Matthew T. "Ty" Snook was shot and killed while working an overtime shift at a Wilmington DMV on December 23.
The shooter approached Snook at the reception desk and opened fire.
Snook pushed a DMV employee to safety before he died.
Snook was a 10-year State Police veteran and is survived by his wife and one-year-old daughter.
A fundraiser for his family has raised significant support.

History

Historical Context

President William McKinley was assassinated by anarchist Leon Czolgosz on September 6, 1901, during a public reception at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley succumbed to his wounds on September 14, leading to the Secret Service's formal role in presidential protection. The recent death of Corporal Matthew T. "Ty" Snook while serving the public underscores ongoing concerns for the safety of public servants.

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Story summary

Delaware State Police Corporal Matthew T. "Ty" Snook was shot and killed while working an overtime shift at a Wilmington DMV on December 23.
The shooter approached Snook at the reception desk and opened fire.
Snook pushed a DMV employee to safety before he died.
Snook was a 10-year State Police veteran and is survived by his wife and one-year-old daughter.
A fundraiser for his family has raised significant support.

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