Wilmington Police Investigate Saturday Morning Shooting on Lancaster Avenue

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WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police are currently investigating a shooting incident that took place in the early hours of Saturday, November 11, 2023. The incident occurred at approximately 8:50 a.m. on the 1400 block of Lancaster Avenue.

Investigators say that upon arrival at the scene, police discovered an 18-year-old female suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to the hospital where she remains in stable condition. Authorities have chosen not to disclose any further information about the victim at this stage of the investigation.

The incident is still under active investigation as police work to uncover more details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting.

Detective Brendan Shea, who is leading the investigation, is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Detective Shea can be contacted directly at 302-576-3649.

Additionally, Delaware Crime Stoppers is also accepting information related to this incident. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-TIP-3333 or through their website at delawarecrimestoppers.org.

Information is subject to change at any time as additional details may emerge. Information, a criminal complaint, or an arrest is not a declaration of guilt. A suspect, arrestee, or defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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