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Wilmington Shooting Leaves 23-Year-Old Dead, Community Mourns
9 Jun
Summary
- A 23-year-old man was fatally shot early June 6 in downtown Wilmington.
- Police have not identified a suspect over 48 hours after the incident.
- A GoFundMe aims to raise funds for peaceful burial services.
A fatal shooting in downtown Wilmington has left a family and friends grieving the loss of 23-year-old Emir Moore. The incident occurred on Front Street around 1:36 a.m. on June 6.
Officers from the Wilmington Police Department responded to the scene at 141 N. Front St., which is near Unhinged Bar, and found Moore suffering from a gunshot wound. He succumbed to his injuries at the location.
As of June 8, more than 48 hours after the shooting, no suspect has been identified by the authorities. The investigation into the incident remains active and ongoing.
To assist with funeral costs, a GoFundMe campaign was initiated by Lashana Corbett with a goal of $7,000. The page describes Moore as a sweet, loving, and quiet person who deeply cherished his family and brought warmth to those around him.
Community members with any information are urged to contact the Wilmington Police Department at 910-343-3600 or submit tips anonymously via Tip 411.
