Teen killed, another critical after shooting in Wilmington: police

WILMINGTON, DE - A 15-year-old boy is dead after police say a double shooting occurred in Wilmington Monday night. 

At around 8:02 p.m., police say a fatal shooting occurred on the 2300 block of North Carter Street.

Upon arrival, police located a 15-year-old boy with a gunshot wound. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries. 

A 16-year-old boy was also found at the scene with a gunshot wound. He was transported to the hospital and placed in critical condition.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Justin Kane at (302) 576-3961

You can also provide information to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or delawarecrimestoppers.org.

This is an ongoing investigation. 

The Wilmington Police Department Victim Services Unit is available to provide support, information and referrals to those who are victims of crime, and can be reached at (302) 576-3622. Additionally, the WPD Youth Response Unit is available to provide free counseling and services to children and their families who have been exposed to potentially traumatizing events, and can be reached at (302) 576-3183.