WILMINGTON, DE — A 35-year-old man was hospitalized Tuesday morning following a shooting in Wilmington’s Bayard Square neighborhood, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
According to the Wilmington Police Department, officers responded to the 300 block of Bayard Avenue at approximately 9:55 a.m. on August 5 after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, police located a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a nearby hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.
As of this report, no arrests have been made, and police have not released information regarding potential suspects or a possible motive. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities expect to release additional details as they become available.
Detective Thomas Rittenhouse is leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact him directly at (302) 576-3653. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.
As with all criminal investigations, any individuals identified or charged in connection with this case are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
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