Other — Wilmington, DE — reported 2026-07-02

SUMMARY

A 19-year-old man was shot and killed by an officer near 24th and Jessup Streets in Wilmington.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Other
  • Location: Wilmington, DE
  • Date reported: 2026-07-02
  • Suspect: not stated
  • Victim(s): 1 (19-year-old Kadir Skinner)

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The shooting occurred on June 24th near 24th and Jessup Streets in Wilmington.
  • Kadir Skinner was shot in his lower back/left buttocks area by an officer.
  • Skinner's firearm, a loaded .45 caliber handgun with an extended magazine, was found at the scene.
  • Ballistic evidence was collected as part of the ongoing investigation.
  • The officer who shot Skinner has been placed on administrative leave.