Suspect Shot by Police During Wilmington Drug Investigation

On January 28, 2025, a police officer in Wilmington, Delaware, shot a 32-year-old man during a drug investigation after the suspect fled a traffic stop and drove on the sidewalk. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. near 10th and Kirkwood Streets, where members of the Drug, Organized Crime, and Vice Division were conducting their operations. Following the officer's discharge of their firearm, the suspect was taken to a hospital and is currently listed in stable condition, with charges pending further investigation. Fortunately, no injuries were reported for the officer involved. Multiple agencies, including the Criminal Investigations Division and the Delaware Department of Justice, are conducting investigations into the shooting. Authorities emphasize that all parties involved are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.