Police Identify Man Gunned Down Just Hours Before The New Year

Wilmington Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Wednesday night at approximately 7:52 p.m. in the 600 block of West 6th Street.

Officers responding to the scene located a 40-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim, identified as Marcus Foster, was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact Joseph Wicks at 302-576-3654. Tips may also be provided anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via DelawareCrimeStoppers.com.

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