WILMINGTON, Del. — Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is selling T-shirts and hoodies to benefit the family of Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew “Ty” Snook, who was shot and killed at a Division of Motor Vehicles building.
According to Portnoy, 100% of the proceeds from the merchandise sales will go directly to Snook’s family, and he has committed to matching all funds raised. As of Christmas Day, nearly $500,000 had been raised, including Portnoy’s match.
Portnoy said in a social media post that while money cannot ease the pain of losing a loved one, he has seen firsthand how support can help families of fallen officers.
“All of them said despite the tragedy they can’t put into words how much our support meant to them,” Portnoy wrote. “We’re asking for help one more time.”
Snook was working an overtime assignment at a DMV building on Hessler Boulevard in Wilmington when a gunman entered the facility and opened fire, police said. Despite being wounded, Snook was credited with pushing others out of harm’s way.
A New Castle County police officer shot the suspect, who later died, according to Delaware State Police.
Snook was a 10-year veteran of the department. He was born and raised in Delaware, attended Saint Mark’s High School in Wilmington and later wrestled at the University of Maryland.
He is survived by his wife and their 1-year-old daughter.
In addition to the Barstool fundraiser, the Delaware State Troopers Association launched a “Help a Hero” campaign that has raised more than $238,000.
“His life was cut short by senseless violence,” Delaware State Police Superintendent Col. William D. Crotty said in a statement. “His last actions were that of a hero — a hero who saved lives today while sacrificing his own.”
Help Support Corporal Grade One Snook's Family
A fundraising campaign is supporting the family of Delaware State Police Cpl. Grade One Matthew “Ty” Snook, who was killed in the line of duty on Dec. 23, 2025, after being shot while working his post at the Wilmington DMV. Donations will help his loved ones as they face the financial and personal impact of his death.
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