Update #2 (Investigation - 600 Block of North Jefferson Street):
The victim in this incident has been identified as 24-year-old Sarpee Collins.
This incident remains under investigation and further details will be released when possible.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Brandon Mosley at (302) 576-3646.
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
Update #1 (March 17):
The victim in this incident has succumbed to his injuries.
Original release (March 16):
Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred at approximately 2:00 p.m. in the 600 block of North Jefferson Street.
Police located a 24-year-old male gunshot victim, who was transported to the hospital in critical condition.
Address/Location
Wilmington Police Department
300 N Walnut St
Wilmington, DE 19801
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 302-654-5151