Overnight Violence in Wilmington Leaves Teen Hospitalized

According to the Wilmington Police Department, officers responded to the 1000 block of North Lombard Street at approximately 12:45 a.m. for a reported shooting. During the investigation, police learned that a 16-year-old male gunshot victim had arrived at a local hospital. He was reported to be in stable condition.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting have not been released. Detectives continue to investigate the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Johnnie Everett at (302) 576-3972. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-TIP-3333 or through DelawareCrimeStoppers.com.

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