New Castle County Executive Marcus Henry signed an ordinance on Monday, August 4, 2025, that increases the mandatory retirement age for New Castle County police officers from 55 to 57.
Henry promised in his budget address to raise the age as part of an effort to get the police department up to fully authorized strength.
“It’s about keeping our neighborhoods safe, maintaining strong community relationships, and insuring that our officers are supported with the experience and leadership they need on the force,” said Henry…