WILMINGTON, DE — Ten individuals suspected of involvement in the Wilmington-area gang Exit 4 have been indicted on more than 130 charges following a multi-agency investigation spanning several years. Officials allege the defendants, linked to “Exit 4” and also referred to as “The Mag” or “Magboyz,” are responsible for a series of violent crimes, including three murders and multiple attempted murders.
The indictment, announced by Attorney General Kathy Jennings, is the result of extensive investigative efforts by the Delaware Department of Justice, the Wilmington Police Department, and the New Castle County Police Department, with assistance from the Delaware State Police and the Department of Correction. Officials described the charges as part of a larger effort to counter gang-related violence in Wilmington and surrounding areas.
“We’re looking forward to getting justice for these victims,” Attorney General Jennings said in a prepared statement, emphasizing the essential role of such investigations in disrupting gang activities. She credited the collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the determination of investigators in bringing this case forward.
The charges, which span incidents that occurred between January 2020 and December 2024, include allegations of murder, attempted murder, gang participation, and multiple firearm offenses. The crimes are connected to the deaths of Latahesia Hill, Khalil Ameer-Bey, and Kwamir Wise, as well as other violent incidents.
Wilmington Police Chief Wilfredo Campos highlighted the collaborative work, noting that the charges reflect years of dedication from investigators. “Indictments like these reflect our tireless efforts to address gun violence and hold gun offenders accountable for their actions,” Campos said. Acting Chief of Police for New Castle County, Major Benjamin Feldmann, also praised the outcome, stating that such partnerships between agencies are critical in addressing violent crime.
The defendants and their specific charges are listed below:
- Philip Harris
- Murder First Degree
- Attempted Murder First Degree
- Conspiracy First Degree
- Two counts of Conspiracy Second Degree
- Illegal Gang Participation
- Four counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Receiving Stolen Property
- Robbery First Degree
- Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
- Nyair Small
- Murder First Degree
- Six counts of Attempted Murder First Degree
- Two counts of Conspiracy First Degree
- Conspiracy Second Degree
- Illegal Gang Participation
- Eight counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
- Receiving Stolen Property
- Nasiir Watson
- Murder First Degree
- Six counts of Attempted Murder First Degree
- Two counts of Conspiracy First Degree
- Conspiracy Second Degree
- Illegal Gang Participation
- Six counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Receiving Stolen Property
- Two counts of Possession or Control of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
- Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
- Donte Richardson
- Murder First Degree
- Eight counts of Attempted Murder First Degree
- Conspiracy First Degree
- Conspiracy Second Degree
- Illegal Gang Participation
- 10 counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
- Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
- Receiving Stolen Property
- Javour Tabron
- 12 counts of Attempted Murder First Degree
- Illegal Gang Participation
- 25 counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Conspiracy First Degree
- Two counts of Conspiracy Second Degree
- 12 counts of Reckless Endangering First Degree
- Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
- Three counts of Criminal Mischief
- Receiving Stolen Property
- False Statement to Police
- Possession or Control of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
- Daeshawn Shields
- Illegal Gang Participation
- Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
- Possession of a Destructive Weapon
- Neiamjha Rollins
- Murder First Degree
- Eight counts of Attempted Murder First Degree
- Attempted Robbery First Degree
- Assault First Degree
- Conspiracy First Degree
- Four counts of Conspiracy Second Degree
- Illegal Gang Participation
- 10 counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Two counts of Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
- Two counts of Receiving Stolen Property
- Resisting Arrest
- Attempted Theft of a Motor Vehicle
- Amir Henry
- Murder First Degree
- Illegal Gang Participation
- Two counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
- Receiving a Stolen Firearm
- Curtshawn Palmer
- Illegal Gang Participation
- Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Possession or Control of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
- Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
- Receiving a Stolen Firearm
- Maurice Harrigan
- Three counts of Attempted Murder First Degree
- Three counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
- Conspiracy First Degree
- Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
- Possession or Control of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited
Law enforcement and judicial officials emphasized that individuals named in the indictment are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. These charges represent the latest step in ongoing efforts to curtail the influence of organized criminal activity in Delaware.
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