State Police officials in Delaware are investigating after, the believe, a 49-year-old man was killed during a robbery that happened in the parking lot of a motel in New Castle on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024. According to police, the incident happened shortly before officers were called to a Budget Inn, located along Memorial Drive in New Castle, Del., at about 8:21 p.m., on a report of a shooting. Here, officials said, in the parking lot, they found a 49-year-old man, from Wilmington, Del., suffering from a gunshot wound. The man — who police officials have declined to identify pending notification of his family — was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced, officials said. Officials said that investigation has led police to believe the man was killed in a robbery that occurred in the rear parking lot of the motel. However, police did not immediately have a description of the suspect — or suspects — sought in this incident. An investigation, officials said, is ongoing. Detectives are asking for anyone who many have information regarding this case to contact Detective D. Grassi by email at [email protected] or by calling 302-365-8441. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333. Sign up for our Breaking newsletter to get the most urgent news stories in your inbox.