UMVA has learned that a devastating shooting occurred at a hospital in Delaware on Tuesday, leaving at least one person dead and another wounded, with a massive police response launched to search for the suspect.
The shooting took place inside Wilmington Hospital at approximately 3:30 p.m., and police quickly responded to the scene, locating two gunshot victims. The victims' conditions are dire, with one later succumbing to their injuries.
Wilmington Police Chief Wilfredo Campos addressed the media, confirming that one victim had tragically died from their injuries, while further information on the other victim's condition and the identity of both victims is being withheld out of respect for the families.
The suspect remains at large, and authorities are working tirelessly to identify and locate them. Scanner traffic indicated police are searching for a vehicle with Delaware registration that may be connected to the shooting, although authorities have not publicly confirmed a vehicle of interest.
ChristianaCare, which operates Wilmington Hospital, confirmed the shooting and revealed that the campus was placed on lockdown following the incident. The emergency department was put on divert, and the hospital is working closely with law enforcement to ensure the safety of patients, caregivers, and visitors.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons expressed his concern over the shooting, urging the public to follow updates from local officials. He offered prayers for everyone's safety, including patients, healthcare workers, first responders, and law enforcement officers.
Aerial footage from the scene showed a significant police presence surrounding the hospital campus as officers responded to the incident. Multiple law enforcement vehicles were visible outside the facility, and people were seen exiting the building with their hands raised.
The lockdown at Wilmington Hospital was initially put in place following the shooting but has since been lifted as police began clearing the scene. Authorities have not released information about what led to the shooting, where it occurred inside the hospital, or a possible motive.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, with officials cautioning that details released so far are preliminary and may change as investigators gather more information. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
