What started as a strange smell in a Wilmington apartment building ended in a grim discovery Thursday morning, when two bodies were found inside a home on the 1300 block of 7th Street. The call brought a heavy police presence and a news helicopter to the tight-knit neighborhood, with the area blocked off for hours as detectives worked the scene. So far, officials are keeping most details close to the vest while the investigation continues.
What Police Have Said So Far
According to 6abc Philadelphia, the call came in around 8:40 a.m., bringing Chopper 6 over the 1300 block of 7th Street as officers converged on the property. The two bodies were removed from the home at about 11 a.m. Wilmington police have not said who first discovered the victims or how they were found, and are describing the case only as an ongoing investigation. The department has not yet released the victims’ identities or the cause and manner of death.
How Wilmington Shares Updates
The Wilmington Police Department says it typically shares public advisories through its online news portal and Nixle alerts, and urges residents to follow the department’s official social media accounts for real-time updates. Those channels are the quickest way for neighbors to find out about police statements, street closures and requests for tips during active cases like this one.
Neighbors Say Odor Lasted for Months
Residents who live in another unit in the same building told 6abc Philadelphia they had been dealing with a strong, foul odor coming from the unit for months and had complained to the landlord about it. Those neighbors said the landlord eventually carried out a welfare check that led to the discovery of the bodies. Police have not independently confirmed those specific accounts, and investigators are still canvassing the area and collecting any evidence they can find.
How to Share Information With Investigators
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Wilmington Police Department or Delaware Crime Stoppers. The WPD news page outlines the department’s phone lines, online portals and other options for submitting tips. The office did not immediately provide additional comment to Action News, and this story will be updated as authorities release more details.
