Active Shooter Incident at Wilmington Hospital Under Investigation

Police responded to a shooting at a hospital in Wilmington, Delaware, on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred within ChristianaCare on the 500 block of West 14th Street.

The Wilmington Police Department urged the public to steer clear of the area as the scene remained active. A police dispatcher confirmed the investigation’s ongoing status.

“We are working closely with law enforcement and taking all appropriate steps to ensure the safety of our patients, caregivers, and visitors,” the hospital stated. “This is an active police investigation for a possible active shooter.”

Shooting Incident Timeline

Reports of the shooting emerged around 4:10 p.m. ET Tuesday. By 4:50 p.m. ET, details on injuries or suspects were scarce.

By 4:30 p.m., numerous police officers, with some in tactical gear, gathered outside the hospital’s main and emergency entrances, as reported by the Delaware News Journal.

Location Details

The incident occurred at ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital, located on the 500 block of West 14th Street, northwest of downtown Wilmington. The facility houses 321 beds within an area of 622,100 square feet.

This hospital site was notably where President Elect Joe Biden received his second COVID-19 vaccine in January 2021.

Lockdown Measures

The hospital confirmed a lockdown while the investigation continues.

“At this time, we are actively gathering information and will provide updates as soon as more details are confirmed. Our priority remains the safety and well-being of everyone on our campus and the continuity of care for our patients,” Wilmington Hospital stated.

Information on Injuries

No official reports of injuries have been released as of yet.

This is a developing story. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.