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Wilmington Police Department
Wednesday December 1st, 2021 :: 06:18 p.m. EST

Advisory

Update #1 (Investigation - 1200 Block of West Third Street):

The victim in this incident has been identified as Salvador Torres-Vasquez of New Castle. 

 

This incident remains under investigation and further details will be released when possible.
 
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.
 
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.

 

Original Release (December 1):

 

Wilmington Police are investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred at approximately 9 a.m. in the 1200 block of West Third Street. 

 

Police located a 42-year-old male gunshot victim who was transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. 

 

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Wilmington Police Department
300 N Walnut St
Wilmington, DE 19801

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Non-emergencies: 302-654-5151

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