NEWARK, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that took place early Sunday morning during an unsanctioned car meet in Newark, leaving a 17-year-old male injured.
The incident occurred on August 18, 2024, at approximately 1:21 a.m., when troopers were called to Tyler Way, north of Dawson Drive, following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers found a teenage victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his legs. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was treated and later released.
According to the preliminary investigation, a large crowd had gathered for an unsanctioned car meet on Tyler Way when an argument broke out between the victim and a male suspect. The suspect reportedly threatened to shoot the victim. Shortly thereafter, a second male suspect approached the victim and opened fire, striking him in the legs. Both suspects fled the scene in a silver sedan, heading in an unknown direction.
The first suspect is described as a Middle Eastern male wearing a white hooded sweatshirt. The shooter, described as a light-skinned black male with dreadlocks, was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and a mask that covered his face. No further details about the suspect vehicle are available at this time, and surveillance footage has not yet been released.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit is actively investigating the shooting and is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Detective M. Conway at 302-365-8411 or call 9-1-1. Tips can also be provided anonymously via Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.
The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit is offering support and resources to anyone affected by this incident or other crimes. The unit is available 24/7 through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
