WILMINGTON, DE — The Wilmington Police Department (WPD) is currently investigating a shooting incident that took place in the 1400 block of Lancaster Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 8:50 a.m., marking a startling start to the day in this usually quiet neighborhood.
Upon arrival, the police found an 18-year-old female who had been shot. She was quickly transported to a local hospital, where she is now reported to be in stable condition. The authorities are withholding further details about the victim at this time to respect her privacy and ensure the integrity of the ongoing investigation.
The WPD has assigned Detective Brendan Shea to lead the investigation into this troubling incident. Detective Shea, who has an extensive background in handling such cases, is actively seeking any information that will aid in identifying the perpetrator.
In a bid to encourage community assistance, the WPD is urging anyone with information about this incident to get in touch with Detective Shea directly at 302-576-3649. This call for public help underscores the vital role that community members play in aiding law enforcement in their pursuit of justice.
Additionally, information related to this incident can also be provided to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or through their website at delawarecrimestoppers.org. The WPD assures that all information received will be handled confidentially.
Information is subject to change at any time as additional details may emerge. Information, a criminal complaint, or an arrest is not a declaration of guilt. A suspect, arrestee, or defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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