Man Found Fatally Shot In Elsmere Less Than Hour Before New Year

A man was found fatally shot inside a vehicle on Kirkwood Highway near Seneca Road late Sunday. The incident occurred shortly after 11:00 PM on Sunday, just before the arrival of the New Year.

Responding to reports of a shooting in the area, rescue crews from Elsmere Fire Company, along with New Castle County Paramedics, were dispatched to the scene.

Upon their arrival, the emergency crews discovered a man, believed to be in his 30s, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The identity of the victim has not been disclosed, and further details regarding the incident remain limited. The authorities are expected to provide more information as the investigation progresses.