Police Confirm 21-Year-Old Man Gunned Down Tuesday Night

Wilmington Police are investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred at approximately 9:27 p.m. Tuesday, in the area of 10th and Spruce Streets.

Police located a 21-year-old Derek Brown suffering from gunshot wounds. Brown was transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Sources tell FSU that shortly after the shooting a police officer observed a man running from the scene and gave chase.

The subject was reportedly taken into custody a short distance away.

Wilmington Police did not confirm that a suspect was taken into custody in their press release.

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