14-year-old victim dies after Wilmington shooting

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A 14-year-old boy died after being shot in Wilmington Tuesday evening, according to the Wilmington Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the area of South 5th Avenue and Dawson Street shortly after 8 p.m. Tuesday after gunfire was reported.

When officers arrived, they found the boy suffering from life-threatening injuries. He was taken to a hospital by EMS for treatment.

Wilmington police said Wednesday the boy died Tuesday night despite life-saving efforts.

The Wilmington Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is handling the ongoing investigation.

Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to call WPD at (910) 343-3600 or submit information through Tip 411.

No additional information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting has been released.