4-year-old struck by stray gunfire during birthday party in Wilmington, Delaware - 6abc Philadelphia

Published
June 15, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Wilmington, Delaware
Incident type
Shooting

Summary

Shooting Wilmington Delaware in Wilmington, Delaware: A 4-year-old boy was hospitalized after being struck by stray bullets during a birthday party on a Sunday evening in Wilmington, Delaware. The incident occurred while children were playing outside near the family's home when gunfire erupted from a nearby corner. The family stated that the bullets tore through an inflatable water slide and hit the child. An 18-year-old, identified as Amari Brown, was also present at the scene.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Amari Brown Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

4-year-old struck by stray gunfire during birthday party in Wilmington, Delaware - 6abc Philadelphia

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