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1 Dead, 2 Wounded, Including Teen in Del. House Party Shooting

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A 22-year-old man died and two teens, including one who is underage, were wounded when gunfire rang out during a house party in Newark, Delaware.

The teenagers -- a 17-year-old boy and 19-year-old man -- were hospitalized but in stable condition. Police said the shooting happened before 1 a.m. Sunday near Jarmar Boulevard and White Drive in the Salem Woods neighborhood.

The gunfire broke out during a "large" party on the street in front of a house, police said. When officers arrived, they tried to render first aid to the victims, but the 22-year-old died on the scene.

A large police presence could be seen blocking off Jaymar Boulevard as officers inspected the surrounding area. It was unclear what led to the shooting, and no arrests were immediately announced.

Police said a "significant number" of people may have witnessed the shooting, and they were asking them to come forward with information.

Anyone with information or video that could help with the investigation is asked to contact detective McNasby at 302-395-8110 or by email at Michael.McNasby@newcastlede.gov. They can also call the New Castle County Police non-emergency number at 302-573-2800.

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