Suspect in custody after deadly, targeted shooting at Delaware hospital: Police

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Wilmington, Delaware
Wilmington Hospital
Incident type
Shooting, Workplace

Summary

Shooting Wilmington Delaware in Wilmington, Delaware: A targeted shooting occurred at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware on a Tuesday afternoon, killing a 19‑year‑old man and critically injuring another 19‑year‑old victim. The 23‑year‑old suspect, John Wallace‑Bey, was taken into custody in Philadelphia the same night and is awaiting extradition to Delaware. Police described the incident as a workplace shooting and have charged the suspect with first‑degree murder, attempted murder, possession of a firearm during a felony, and carrying a concealed deadly weapon.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed employee Unknown Fatal
John Wallace-Bey Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

Suspect in custody after deadly, targeted shooting at Delaware hospital: Police | 1340 KGFW - The Information Channel

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