WILMINGTON, DE — A 19-year-old man was arrested on December 4, 2023, after Wilmington police officers recovered a stolen handgun during a street encounter. This incident highlights ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to address gun crime in the area.
At approximately 11:34 a.m., members of the Gun Intelligence Unit were conducting patrols near the intersection of West 4th Street and Delamore Place when they encountered Ollier Mays. During this interaction, officers discovered a loaded 9mm handgun with an obliterated serial number.
Investigators later confirmed that the firearm had been reported stolen from Chester, Pennsylvania. This detail adds complexity to the case as detectives continue to trace the weapon’s history. Mays was taken into custody without incident and has been charged with carrying a concealed deadly weapon and possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number.
Following his arrest, Mays was arraigned in the New Castle County Court of Common Pleas. He was released on $10,000 unsecured bail.
Wilmington police emphasized that the Gun Intelligence Unit will persist with targeted operations as part of their commitment to reducing gun-related crime in the region. The department remains focused on investigating firearms offenses to enhance community safety.
As with all criminal cases, a suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Wilmington police department encourages the public to stay informed about local crime prevention efforts and developments.
