WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police are currently investigating a shooting incident that transpired in the late Thursday afternoon hours on Carter Street.
The incident occurred at approximately 5:01 p.m. in the 2300 block of Carter Street. Upon arrival, police discovered a 40-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was promptly transported to the hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.
As of now, the investigation into this incident remains active, and additional details will be released as they become available.
The Wilmington Police are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward. Detective Jessica Gledhill can be contacted directly at (302) 576-3634. Information can also be provided to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or through their website at delawarecrimestoppers.org.
In the wake of this incident, the Wilmington Police Department’s Victim Services Unit is ready to provide support, information, and referrals to those who have been victims of crime. They can be contacted at (302) 576-3622. Additionally, the WPD Youth Response Unit is offering free counseling and services to children and families who have been exposed to potentially traumatizing events. They can be reached at (302) 576-3183.
It is important to note that an ongoing investigation, a criminal complaint, or an arrest does not equate to a declaration of guilt. An individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Further information regarding this incident may emerge as the investigation continues.
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