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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Diego Pineda

Deadly hospital shooting suspect arrested as authorities confirm targeted attack

  • A suspect in a fatal shooting at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware has been arrested in Philadelphia and is awaiting extradition.
  • The 23-year-old man is expected to face charges related to the incident, which was reported around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
  • Authorities believe the attack was a targeted and isolated workplace incident, with preliminary information suggesting one hospital employee shot two co-workers.
  • Officials have not released the identities of the victims or the condition of a survivor who was also shot, citing respect for their families.
  • Wilmington Hospital, operated by ChristianaCare, diverted emergency patients and was placed on lockdown, which was lifted Tuesday night after police cleared the building.

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Manhunt ends with arrest of suspect in deadly Delaware hospital shooting

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