Man dies after shooting in Wilmington neighborhood

Police investigating fatal incident in Hedgeville area

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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A 29-year-old man has died after being shot in Wilmington's Hedgeville neighborhood on March 9. Police were dispatched to the 100 block of S. Harrison St. around 6:30 p.m. and found the wounded man, who was later pronounced dead at a local hospital. This is the 14th person shot, and second fatally, in Wilmington so far this year.

Why it matters

Gun violence and fatal shootings have been on the rise in Wilmington, with the number of shootings more than doubling compared to the same time period last year. This incident highlights the ongoing public safety challenges the city is facing.

The details

According to police, officers responded to the 100 block of S. Harrison St. in the Hedgeville neighborhood around 6:30 p.m. on March 9 and found a 29-year-old man who had been shot. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he later died from his injuries. Police have not yet released the victim's name.

  • The shooting occurred around 6:30 p.m. on March 9, 2026.

The players

Wilmington Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal shooting incident.

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What’s next

Police are asking anyone with information about the March 9 shooting to contact Detective Derek Haines at (302) 576-3656 or provide an anonymous tip to Delaware Crime Stoppers.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the ongoing gun violence challenges facing Wilmington, where the number of shootings has more than doubled compared to this time last year. Community members are urged to come forward with any information that could aid the police investigation.