Heroic Act Amid Tragedy: Delaware DMV Shooting Unfolds On December 23, 2025, a shooting at the Wilmington DMV claimed the life of Delaware State Trooper Matthew Tyler Snook, who bravely pushed an employee to safety after being shot. The 44-year-old suspect, Avery Young, was fatally shot by a responding officer, ending the threat. This incident, occurring just before Christmas, underscores the dangers faced by public servants in routine settings, leaving the community in mourning and reflection.