Wilmington Police Arrested Man on Firearm Charges
Authorities took Kendall Gardner into custody after recovering a loaded handgun on North Lombard Street.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Law Enforcement
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Wilmington police apprehended 38-year-old Kendall Gardner on an outstanding warrant and weapons charges. Officers discovered a loaded 9mm handgun in a vehicle associated with Gardner during the arrest.
Why it matters
The recovery of an illegal firearm from a prohibited person supports local efforts to reduce violent crime. The arrest removes an individual with an active warrant and a weapon from the community streets.
Kendall Gardner faces charges of possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and possession of a weapon with an obliterated serial number. He is currently held at the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $20,000 cash-only bail.
The players
Kendall Gardner
He is a 38-year-old individual who was taken into custody by local authorities.
Wilmington Police Department
This is the primary municipal law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling the city and investigating local crimes.
Justice of the Peace Court 11
This is the judicial venue where the suspect underwent initial arraignment proceedings.
Howard R. Young Correctional Institution
This facility serves as the primary detention center for individuals awaiting trial within the local jurisdiction.
The details
Officers identified Gardner in the 1000 block of North Lombard Street before executing a search of a vehicle he had entered. The search resulted in the recovery of a 9mm handgun found inside the car.
Timeline
September 17, 2026: Police identified and arrested Kendall Gardner.
Legal Context
This incident aligns with the state's strict enforcement of the Delaware Uniform Controlled Substances Act's firearm prohibitions. Such cases follow established procedures for prosecuting individuals identified as prohibited from weapon ownership.
The arrest and removal of a prohibited individual with a loaded weapon directly improves safety in the North Lombard Street area. Residents should remain aware that police continue to conduct proactive patrols to address outstanding warrants and illegal firearm possession.
The takeaway
Authorities emphasize that public safety is maintained through the active monitoring of outstanding warrants. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious vehicle activity to local police to assist in ongoing crime prevention efforts.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by MyChesCo.
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