Late-Night Shooting Incident Under Investigation in Wilmington

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WILMINGTON, DE — The tranquility of a late Wilmington night was shattered by the echo of gunfire on Monday. Wilmington Police are now investigating an alleged shooting incident that occurred at approximately 9:20 p.m., near the intersection of Vandever Avenue and Jessup Street.

Upon arrival, police discovered a 30-year-old male who had sustained gunshot wounds. The victim was swiftly transported to a local hospital, where he remains in stable condition.

As investigators comb through evidence and conduct interviews, details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged shooting remain scarce.

Detective Kevin Nolan is spearheading the investigation and encourages anyone with information about this incident to come forward and assist in their ongoing efforts. Detective Nolan can be reached at 302-576-3962.

In addition to direct contact with the Wilmington Police, information can also be provided to Delaware Crime Stoppers. This organization, which can be reached at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via its website at delawarecrimestoppers.org, offers a confidential avenue for citizens to relay information related to crimes.

While the investigation into this alleged shooting continues, it’s important to remember that these are preliminary findings and the situation remains fluid. Information may change as additional details emerge. Furthermore, any individual associated with this incident should be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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