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Man Plows Into Wilmington Deli After Being Shot, Police Say

WILMINGTON, Del. (CBS/AP) — A gunshot victim has died after crashing into a deli in Wilmington, Delaware. Police said they received a call Saturday night about a vehicle hitting a building.

When they arrived at the scene, investigators say the 23-year-old who crashed into PureBread Deli on Delaware Avenue was found with a gunshot wound. He was taken to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

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Authorities say a preliminary investigation indicates the shooting took place on Interstate 95 outside of Wilmington police jurisdiction.

No other injuries have been reported. Police say the incident remains under investigation.

The owner of the deli says he expects the business to be closed for a few weeks for repairs.

(© Copyright 2019 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Associated Press contributed to this report.)

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