Teens Find Massive Stash of Fentanyl in Delaware Woods

Over 14,000 bags of the deadly opioid discovered by young hikers

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:57pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single fentanyl bag, its plastic material and contents visible under harsh, direct lighting against a pitch-black background, conveying the serious, investigative nature of the discovery.The discovery of a massive stash of fentanyl in a Delaware woodland highlights the urgent need to address the proliferation of deadly synthetic opioids.New Castle Today

Two young people, a teenager and a child, stumbled upon a large stash of fentanyl while walking through a wooded area in New Castle County, Delaware. The pair discovered two grocery bags containing a total of 14,088 individual bags of the potent synthetic opioid and immediately reported the find to authorities.

Why it matters

The discovery of such a massive quantity of fentanyl, a drug that has fueled the nationwide opioid crisis, highlights the urgent need to address the proliferation of illicit drug trafficking and distribution, especially in vulnerable communities. This incident raises concerns about the accessibility of these deadly substances and the risks they pose to public health and safety.

The details

On Sunday, April 12, a teenager and a child were walking through the woods off Miles Road in the Radnor Green neighborhood of New Castle County when they came across two grocery bags. Suspecting the bags contained illegal drugs, the young pair returned home and alerted a family member, who then contacted the New Castle County Police. Authorities responded to the scene, collected the bags, and confirmed that they contained a total of 14,088 individual bags of fentanyl, a highly potent and dangerous synthetic opioid.

  • The discovery was made on Sunday, April 12, 2026, around 5:30 p.m.

The players

New Castle County Police

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the scene and is investigating the discovery of the fentanyl stash.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone with information on the drugs and who they belong to should call the New Castle County Division of Police at 302-573-2800 or dial 911.”

— New Castle County Police

What’s next

The New Castle County Police are continuing their investigation to determine the origin of the fentanyl and who was responsible for its distribution in the area.

The takeaway

This disturbing discovery highlights the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis and the need for greater vigilance, education, and resources to combat the proliferation of deadly synthetic drugs like fentanyl, which pose a grave threat to public health and safety, especially in vulnerable communities.