Three Teenagers Face Charges in Newark Halloween Shooting
Two suspects are accused of firing rounds on Main Street, while the third is charged with possessing a firearm.
By Lorenzo Patterson ·
Main Street in Newark, Delaware, hosted a Halloween gathering near the University of Delaware on October 31, 2026. Police responded to reports of gunfire at 11:11 p.m., leaving seven people injured. Three teenagers, aged 16 to 18, now face criminal charges in connection with the incident.
Two of the accused are suspected of opening fire. The third, a 16 year old from Wilmington, faces charges for possessing a firearm. That youngest suspect was shot in the midsection and lower body. He remains hospitalized but is expected to recover.
Authorities began investigating social media messages about the Main Street meetup before Halloween. Newark police requested backup from the State Police and New Castle County. They also added University of Delaware patrol cars to the street. Officers arrived within minutes of the first shots.
Investigators used surveillance cameras and license plate recognition systems to identify the getaway vehicle. That evidence led to the suspects. The 17 year old is from Maryland, and the 18 year old is from Wilmington. Both were arrested and are awaiting arraignment. They face charges for violating gun laws, conspiracy, and attempted murder.
Victims include a 19 year old from Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, who was shot in the back and remains in the hospital. A 20 year old from Wilmington was also shot in the back but has been released. A 21 year old woman from Wilmington sustained a graze to her leg and was discharged. A 15 year old from New Castle was shot in the foot and released. Another 15 year old from Wilmington was shot in the back and remains hospitalized.
A seventh victim did not report an injury until November 2, 2026. That person sustained a graze to the back. Newark Police Chief stated on November 9, 2026, that the investigation remains active. Law enforcement has not confirmed whether all participants in the shooting have been identified.
