Blue Line Network Raises $38K for Fallen Delaware Trooper's Family

Nonprofit to host memorial sticker event in Milton to honor Trooper Matthew T. "Ty" Snook

Feb. 1, 2026 at 3:55am

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The Blue Line Network, a nonprofit supporting law enforcement and first responders, has rescheduled its "Back the Blue" memorial sticker event in Milton, Delaware to honor fallen state trooper Matthew T. "Ty" Snook. The event, originally canceled due to weather, will now take place on February 8th and raise funds for Snook's family. The Blue Line Network previously collected $38,634 from a similar event in January, which they presented to Snook's widow.

Why it matters

Trooper Snook's death in the line of duty has deeply impacted the local community, and the Blue Line Network's fundraising efforts aim to provide financial support and resources to his family during this difficult time. The event also serves to honor Snook's service and sacrifice as a law enforcement officer.

The details

The Blue Line Network's "Back the Blue" memorial sticker event will take place from 8:30am to 3pm on February 8th at Hudson Fields in Milton, Delaware. Vehicles will be directed through a designated area to receive a free memorial sticker, and the nonprofit will be accepting donations that will go directly to the Snook family. The event will kick off with a live-streamed opening ceremony at 8:30am on the Blue Line Network's Facebook page.

  • The original event was scheduled for January 18th but was canceled due to snow and cold weather conditions.
  • The rescheduled event will take place on February 8th, 2026.
  • On January 28th, the Blue Line Network presented the $38,634 donation and memorial metal bracelets to Snook's widow, Lauren.

The players

Blue Line Network

A nonprofit founded in 2017 to support and provide resources to law enforcement and other first responders suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.

Matthew T. "Ty" Snook

A 10-year veteran of the Delaware State Police who was killed in the line of duty, leaving behind his wife and a young child.

Lauren Snook

The recently married wife of Trooper Matthew T. "Ty" Snook, who received the donation and memorial bracelets from the Blue Line Network.

Rahman Rose

The 44-year-old gunman whose last address was in Wilmington, Delaware, who was shot at the scene and died at the hospital.

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What they’re saying

“This remarkable amount was made possible through the generosity of community members who attended and donated during the drive-through memorial fundraiser. The Blue Line Network extends its deepest gratitude to the local community and to every volunteer who helped facilitate this event.”

— Blue Line Network

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Rahman Rose's family to claim his body.

The takeaway

The Blue Line Network's fundraising efforts demonstrate the community's support for law enforcement and the desire to provide financial assistance to the families of fallen officers like Trooper Snook. This event highlights the important role that nonprofit organizations can play in honoring the sacrifices of first responders and helping their loved ones during tragic times.