WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police are actively investigating a shooting that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, leaving a 24-year-old woman injured.
According to authorities, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 1100 block of Pleasant Street at approximately 12:23 a.m. on July 5. Shortly afterward, police learned that the victim had arrived at a local hospital, where she was reported to be in stable condition.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting, including a possible motive or suspect information, have not yet been released. Investigators are continuing to gather evidence and speak with potential witnesses as they work to determine what led to the incident.
The Wilmington Police Department has urged anyone with information that might assist the investigation to contact Detective Joran Merced at (302) 576-3637. Community members can also provide anonymous tips through Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-TIP-3333 or visiting delawarecrimestoppers.com.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.
All individuals involved in or connected to this incident are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
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