Police-involved shooting ends with death of gunman

5years ago

Wilmington news, Delaware news.

Delaware authorities are investigating a police-involved shooting that ended with the death of a gunman.

The shooting occurred on Friday at around 7:25 p.m. on the 2700 block of North Washington Street. Reports emerged of shots being fired in the area of 28th and Washington streets.

Upon police arrival, they found an armed man who was actively firing at passersby. Two officers exchanged fire with the suspect fatally hitting him.

According to police, the officers were not injured during the incident. First aid had been given to the unidentified suspect but he died moments after being transported to the hospital.

The motive of the killing has not been disclosed as the investigation continues.