Manhunt Underway After Delaware Hospital Shooting
A manhunt is in progress following a tragic shooting at Wilmington Hospital, where two employees were shot, one fatally. Authorities suspect a hospital employee is the shooter, raising serious concerns about workplace safety.
Incident Overview
On Tuesday afternoon, a shooting incident at Wilmington Hospital left two employees injured, one of whom has died. The Wilmington Police Department has confirmed that a manhunt is currently underway for the alleged shooter, who is believed to be a temporary hospital employee.
Police Chief Wilfredo Campos stated that the motive behind the shooting is still under investigation, but emphasized that there is no justification for such violence. The hospital was placed on lockdown during the incident, which has since been lifted, allowing for a thorough search of the premises by law enforcement.
- Key details of the incident include:
- Shooting occurred around 3:30 p.m.
- One victim has died; the condition of the second is undisclosed.
- The suspect's identity is known to police.
- Mayor John Carney expressed condolences and praised law enforcement's response.