Newark Police Investigating Shooting on Main Street-Update # 2
The Newark Police Department is providing an update on 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.
The shooting occurred during a large gathering in the area. Six individuals sustained gunshot wounds and were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The victims and their current conditions are as follows:
- A 19-year-old male who sustained a gunshot wound to his back. He remains hospitalized in serious condition.
- A 20-year-old male who sustained a gunshot wound resulting in a collapsed lung. He remains hospitalized in serious condition.
- A 21-year-old female who sustained a graze wound to her leg. She was treated and released from the hospital.
- A 15-year-old male who sustained a gunshot wound to his back. He remains hospitalized in critical condition.
- A 15-year-old male who sustained a gunshot wound to his foot. He remains hospitalized in serious condition.
- A 16-year-old male who sustained multiple gunshot wounds. This juvenile remains hospitalized in serious condition.
During the investigation, officers located one of the shooting victims, the 16-year-old male victim from Wilmington who is listed above. He was found in possession of a loaded firearm, which was recovered by officers
An arrest warrant was obtained charging this defendant with the following offenses:
- Possession of a Firearm by a Person Under 21
- Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon: A Firearm
- Breach of Release
He was arraigned by a judge at Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and was given $60,100 Cash Bail. The defendant remains hospitalized in Newark Police custody. Additional identifying information regarding the defendant will not be released.
The investigation remains active.
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:
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.
The Newark Police Department extends its sincere appreciation to the Aetna Hose, Hook & Ladder Company, New Castle County Paramedics, University of Delaware Police Department, New Castle County Police Department, Delaware State Police, Delaware Division of Alcohol, Tobacco and Marijuana Enforcement, the New Castle City Police Department and the prosecutors at the Office of the Attorney General for their assistance with this investigation.
Additional information will be released as the investigation progresses.
Newark Police Investigating Shooting on Main Street-Update # 1
The Newark Police Department is providing an update regarding the shooting that occurred on October 31, 2026, at approximately 11:13 PM, in the area of East Main Street and Choate Street.
The shooting occurred on the south sidewalk of East Main Street, directly across from Choate Street. Six victims were shot during the incident. All six victims were transported to local hospitals for medical treatment.
The investigation remains active as Newark Police detectives work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Main Street was closed for approximately five hours between South Chapel and Haines Streets.
The Newark Police Department is asking the public for assistance.
Anyone who has video footage or photos related to the incident is encouraged to submit it through the Evidence Link provided below or by scanning the accompanying QR code. Your assistance may provide investigators with valuable information.
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.
Additional information will be released as the investigation progresses.