On the night of July 24, 2010, Wilmington police responded to a shooting incident on the 1000 block of West 6th Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a Hispanic male victim, identified as 29-year-old Jose Anthony Hernandez, suffering from gunshot wounds. Hernandez was transported for medical treatment but tragically succumbed to his injuries the following day, July 25, 2010.
The incident shocked the local community, as Hernandez was known to many as a cheerful and respectful individual who often wore a smile and was deeply involved with his family and neighborhood.
The death of 29-year-old Hispanic male Jose Anthony Hernandez left a lasting impact on those who knew him. Friends and family remembered him as a devoted father who was last seen joyfully playing with his children. Tributes poured in from across Wilmington, with many expressing sorrow over the loss of a young life and recalling fond memories of Hernandez's warmth and humor. His passing was mourned not only by relatives but also by neighbors and childhood friends who had grown up with him, played sports together, and shared everyday moments.
Despite the emotional outpouring and community grief, there is no publicly available information confirming any arrests or identifying suspects in connection with the shooting death of Jose Anthony Hernandez. The case remains unsolved and is listed among Wilmington's cold cases. Authorities continue to seek information that could lead to a resolution, and the Wilmington Police Department encourages anyone with knowledge about the incident to come forward. Hernandez's family and community still hope for justice and closure in the wake of his untimely death.
