Camay Mitchell DeSilva : DSU Shooting Victim Identified, Classes Canceled Monday

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. DSU shooting victim identified
2. Delaware State University classes canceled Monday

The shooting death of an 18-year-old on Delaware State University’s campus in Dover is under investigation by police. The victim, Camay Mitchell DeSilva of Wilmington, Delaware, was shot in the upper body near Warren Franklin Residential Hall. Despite not being a student at the university, DeSilva was visiting someone on campus at the time of the incident. The suspect is still at large, and a reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest. The university plans to hold a forum to update students, faculty, and parents on the situation and has increased police patrols on campus.

Tragic Shooting Incident at Delaware State University

An 18-year-old woman, identified as Camay Mitchell DeSilva, tragically lost her life in a shooting incident that occurred on the campus of Delaware State University in the early hours of Sunday morning. The police are currently investigating the case and are seeking leads to identify the suspect responsible for this senseless act of violence.

Details of the Incident

The incident took place near the Warren Franklin Residential Hall on the university campus around 1:40 a.m. on Sunday, April 21. DeSilva, who was not a student at the university, was visiting someone on campus at the time of the shooting. She sustained a gunshot wound to the upper body and was rushed to Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, where she succumbed to her injuries.

The gunman, who is still at large, was last seen fleeing towards College Road, according to DSU officials. The Dover Police Department, in collaboration with the university police, is actively working to apprehend the suspect and bring them to justice.

Community Response and Support

The tragic incident has deeply impacted the DSU community, with students, faculty, and parents expressing shock and sadness over the senseless act of violence. The university has announced the cancellation of all classes on Monday and has increased police patrols on campus to ensure the safety of its students and staff.

In a statement posted on Instagram, the Delaware State University Student Government Association extended their support to those affected by the tragedy and urged the campus community to come together in solidarity. President Tony Allen assured the community that mental health services are available across the campus to provide support during this difficult time.

Appeal for Information

The Dover Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered by a National Nonprofit organization for information leading to an arrest in the case.

If you have any information related to the shooting, you can contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7130 or submit tips anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delaware.crimestoppersweb.com. Additionally, you can reach out to DSUPD at (302) 857-791.

The DSU community is coming together to support each other during this difficult time and to ensure the safety and well-being of all its members. Let us stand united in solidarity and offer comfort to those affected by this tragic incident.