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Newark police to update public on Halloween night shooting

Alyssa Baker
Alyssa Baker
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Alyssa Baker joined the CoastTV team as a producer in February 2023 after relocating from Philadelphia. Her work has been recognized by the Chesapeake Associated Press Broadcasters Association, with CoastTV earning Best Morning Show three consecutive years during her tenure.

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Nov 9, 2026
Nov 9, 2026 Updated 17 mins ago

A large gathering of police on the scene after a Halloween night shooting in Newark. — According to police, a news conference is scheduled for 2 p.m. Nov. 9.

According to police, a news conference is scheduled for 2 p.m. Nov. 9.

NEWARK, Del.- The Newark Police Department and Delaware Attorney General’s Office are expected to provide an update Monday on the investigation into a shooting that occurred on East Main Street on Halloween night.

According to police, a news conference is scheduled for 2 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Newark Municipal Building, located at 220 South Main St. in Newark. The news conference will take place in the City Council Chambers.

Representatives from the Newark Police Department and the Attorney General’s Office will share updated information about the Oct. 31 shooting and the subsequent criminal investigation.

Police say seven people, including a University of Delaware student and three teenagers, were shot. The chaos led to one arrest of a 16-year-old victim who had a loaded firearm, according to police.

For those unable to attend in person, a livestream link will be available.

Alyssa Baker

Producer

Alyssa Baker joined the CoastTV team as a producer in February 2023 after relocating from Philadelphia. Her work has been recognized by the Chesapeake Associated Press Broadcasters Association, with CoastTV earning Best Morning Show three consecutive years during her tenure.