Police Identify Man Killed in Wilmington Shooting

Darrin Mason, 29, was shot and killed in the city's Hedgeville neighborhood amid a rise in gun violence.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 7:20pm

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Wilmington police have identified the victim of a March 9 shooting in the city's Hedgeville neighborhood as 29-year-old Darrin Mason. Mason was found shot in the 100 block of S. Harrison St. around 6:30 p.m. and later died at a local hospital. Authorities have not provided a motive for the shooting or reported any arrests. The incident comes amid an uptick in gun violence in Wilmington, with 14 people shot so far this year, two fatally.

Why it matters

Wilmington has seen a rise in shootings compared to the same period last year, raising concerns about public safety and the need for community-based solutions to address gun violence in the city.

The details

Darrin Mason was found shot in the 100 block of S. Harrison St. in Wilmington's Hedgeville neighborhood around 6:30 p.m. on March 9. He was taken to a local hospital where he later died from his injuries. Police have not provided a motive for the shooting or reported any arrests in connection with the incident.

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

The players

Darrin Mason

A 29-year-old man who was killed in a shooting in Wilmington's Hedgeville neighborhood.

Wilmington Police

The law enforcement agency investigating the shooting death of Darrin Mason.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the shooting and are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Derek Haines or Delaware Crime Stoppers.

The takeaway

The rise in gun violence in Wilmington underscores the need for community-based solutions to address public safety concerns and prevent further tragedies.