Arrest Made in Elsmere Apartment Building Fire

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office investigated an apartment fire that occurred on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Elsmere, DE.

At approximately 1652 hours, Saturday, November 7, 2026, the Elsmere Fire Company was alerted to a fire at 2118 Seneca Road, Apartment #2, Wilmington, DE. Upon arrival, the fire department found smoke coming from the 2nd floor of the building. Fire personnel located a fire within the 2nd floor apartment and extinguished same with no extension outside the apartment. Several fire departments were alerted and responded to assist on the initial incident.

No injuries have been reported and all occupants exited safely from the building.

During the fire investigation, a male subject was identified and taken into custody without incident. The male was charged with Arson 2nd degree. The suspect was arraigned and committed to Gander Hill prison for lack of cash bail.

Damage to the building is estimated at $25,000.00

Chief Deputy Thomas Looney

Delaware State Fire Marshal

2307 MacArthur Road

New Castle, Delaware 19720

302 323-5375 Office