WILMINGTON — The Wilmington Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred around 1 a.m. Wednesday morning.
WPD reports it responded to reports of multiple gunshots around 12:54 a.m. in the 200 block of S. Kerr Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found a 16-year-old male juvenile who had been shot. Officers provided lifesaving care until EMS arrived and transported him to the hospital.
WPD investigators have determined that a gunman in a vehicle had opened fire at an SUV. The 16-year-old was a passenger in that vehicle and was struck. In addition, during the incident, the driver of the SUV sustained non-life-threatening injuries as a result of the gunfire.
The investigation remains ongoing. The WPD is asking anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Wilmington Police Department.
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