The victim who succumbed to his injuries has been identified as Zaire Davis-Shelton.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Derek Haines (302) 576-3656
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 (March 17):
Wilmington Police are investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred at approximately 9:45 a.m. in the unit block of West 27th Street.
Police located a 22-year-old male gunshot victim, who was transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
