Newark Police Investigating Shooting on Main Street-Update # 4

The Newark Police Department is providing additional information regarding the shooting that occurred on October 31, 2026, at approximately 11:13 p.m., on the south sidewalk of East Main Street, across from Choate Street.

Updated Victim Information

Another victim has been uncovered by investigators. This victim is a 17-year-old male who sustained a lower body graze wound.   He initially left the scene and did not report this to investigators until  he was located on Monday, November 2, 2026.    He was taken to a local hospital for treatment and was released.

The Newark Police Department continues to investigate the incident and will provide additional updates.  

Request for Information

The Newark Police Department is also asking anyone who has video footage or photos related to the incident,  to submit them using the following evidence submission link:

Evidence Link

Anyone with additional information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Paige Klein at 302-366-7100 ext. 3480 or by email at pklein@newark.de.us.

Additional methods for providing information to Newark Police can be found on our tips page, where reward information may also be available.