A man named Tyrese Knuckles was shot by police in Delaware after allegedly stealing an officer’s cruiser during a domestic dispute call in Wilmington. The incident took place in the early hours of the morning, and Knuckles was eventually captured in neighboring Pennsylvania following a foot chase. Authorities attempted to subdue Knuckles using a Taser, but he was ultimately shot in the torso by an officer before fleeing in the stolen police cruiser. The chase resulted in several accidents, primarily involving police vehicles, before Knuckles crashed the cruiser in Chester, Pennsylvania.
The pursuit involved officers from multiple jurisdictions, including New Castle County, Wilmington, Delaware State Police, and Pennsylvania State Police. As a result of the chase, a stretch of Interstate 95 near the crash scene was shut down for several hours, leading to significant traffic disruptions in the area. Knuckles sustained injuries during the crash and was taken to a hospital in Pennsylvania for treatment. His injuries, which included gunshot wounds, were reported as non-life-threatening, and he was listed in stable condition as of Friday.
During the incident, a New Castle County officer and a state trooper were injured in separate crashes in Delaware. Both officers were transported to hospitals for treatment of their injuries. The officer who shot Knuckles was identified as an eight-year veteran of the force and has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation into the shooting. This action is standard procedure for police-involved shootings. Charges related to the chase are pending against Knuckles, who was also wanted on unrelated warrants issued by Philadelphia police, including one for stalking.
Authorities have not confirmed if Knuckles has retained legal representation, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing. The details of the domestic dispute that initially led to the police response have not been fully disclosed. The situation underscores the risks inherent in law enforcement work and the potential dangers officers face when responding to volatile situations. The collaboration between multiple law enforcement agencies in apprehending Knuckles highlights the coordinated efforts necessary to address criminal activity and ensure public safety. As the investigation progresses, more information is expected to emerge regarding the events that unfolded during the chase and subsequent capture of Knuckles.
