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Police Hunt for Suspect in Death of Girl, 17, in Delaware

Police are asking for the public's help locating the killer of a 17-year-old girl who was fatally shot in Wilmington Wednesday night.

Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 900 block of Kirkwood Street around 9:30 p.m. They found the victim suffering from wounds to the torso and arm. She was treated at a nearby hospital but pronounced dead later that evening.

Police do not have a description of the suspect, and are asking for the public’s help investigating the shooting. Anyone with information should call Det. McKenzie Kirlin at 302-576-3653 or the Delaware Crime Stoppers Tipline at 1-800-TIP-3333. People can also text a tip to 888777.

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