Police say the victim, 34, was shot in the head and chest several times.
The victim is identified as 34 year old Rodrigo Monroy of the 1000 Blk. of W. 3rd Street in Wilmington.
Investigators say early reports are that a vehicle pulled up in front of the house where the victim was sitting on the front steps. Someone wearing a gray sweatshirt which he had covering his face got out of the car.
Several shots were fired and the car sped away east on W. 3rd Street.
Police say if anyone has information concerning this crime, they are asked to call Wilmington Police detective Thomas Curley at (302) 576-3625 or 911. Callers may remain anonymous.
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