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Delaware Trooper Killed in DMV Shooting; Suspect Dies

12/27/2025

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On December 23, 2025, Rahman Rose, 44, shot and killed Delaware State Trooper Cpl. Matthew T. "Ty" Snook at the Division of Motor Vehicles in New Castle.
Rose approached Snook from behind, injuring three others, including another trooper.
After the shooting, Rose permitted customers to leave before engaging law enforcement, who shot him through a window.
Rose later died in the hospital, while Snook was honored as a respected member of the Delaware State Police.

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Story summary

On December 23, 2025, Rahman Rose, 44, shot and killed Delaware State Trooper Cpl. Matthew T. "Ty" Snook at the Division of Motor Vehicles in New Castle.
Rose approached Snook from behind, injuring three others, including another trooper.
After the shooting, Rose permitted customers to leave before engaging law enforcement, who shot him through a window.
Rose later died in the hospital, while Snook was honored as a respected member of the Delaware State Police.