Update #1 (Investigation - 2400 block of Bowers Street):
The victim in this incident has been identified as Antoine Caceres 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 John O’Connor at (302) 576-3619.
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 (February 2):
Wilmington Police are investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred at approximately 9:52 p.m. Wednesday in the 2400 block of Bowers Street.
Police located a 34-year-old male gunshot victim, who succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Address/Location
Wilmington Police Department
300 N Walnut St
Wilmington, DE 19801
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 302-654-5151