A 16-year-old boy was found shot Tuesday night on the 1600 block of West 5th Street in Wilmington and later died at a hospital, authorities said. The shooting happened at about 8:30 p.m. Police have not released the victim’s name, no arrests have been made, and the case remains under investigation.
What police have said
According to 6abc, New Castle County detectives found the teen on the street and took him to a hospital, where he later died. The outlet reports the shooting occurred around 8:30 p.m. on the 1600 block of West 5th Street and that investigators have not yet released the boy’s identity as they continue their work.
Police ask for tips
Authorities are asking anyone with information to call Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or to submit a tip online, per Delaware Crime Stoppers. Tips can be anonymous and may be eligible for a reward if they lead to an arrest.
Context: Recent violence in the city
The shooting comes amid a string of violent incidents in Wilmington this month, including a June 16 attack inside Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another critically injured. Authorities later arrested a suspect in that case, as reported by Delaware Public Media. Officials said that hospital shooting appeared to be a targeted, isolated incident.
New Castle County detectives are leading the investigation into Tuesday’s killing and have asked the public to share any video or information that could help. This story will be updated as authorities release more details.
