Wilmington Police Investigate Vandever Avenue Shooting

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WILMINGTON, DEWilmington Police are investigating a shooting that left a 48-year-old man injured Sunday afternoon in the city’s East Side neighborhood.

According to authorities, the incident occurred on August 24, 2025, at approximately 2:04 p.m. in the 800 block of Vandever Avenue. Responding officers located the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition.

Police say the investigation remains active, and additional details will be released as they become available.

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Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Detective Kevin Nolan at (302) 576-3962 or provide tips anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or delawarecrimestoppers.com.

Authorities emphasize that any suspects identified in connection with this case are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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