Monday, November 9, 2026

Authorities investigate weekend shooting at a Wilmington park

Wilmington Police officers are investigating a shooting at a downtown park Saturday.

Wilmington Police Department Spokeswoman Lucy Crockett said Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting that happened at Robert Strange Park on Eighth Street.

Crocket said three people were injured in the shooting, which occurred after a softball game in the park around 7 p.m. Saturday.

A witness at the scene told police a dispute led to gunfire, and three men were hit. Two shooting victims were taken to New Hanover Regional Medical Center by EMS, and a third victim arrived at the hospital a short time later.

Lt. Obbie Blanton, the on-duty watch commander, said none of the injuries appear to be life threatening.

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