Edward A. Mahan, known as Eddie Boy, was 38 when he was shot in Newark, Delaware on October 6, 2016. He sustained multiple gunshot wounds and died of those injuries on October 28, 2016 after more than three weeks in hospital.

Eddie was described by family as a people person who loved the Philadelphia Eagles, cooking, fishing, watching the Discovery channel, and beach vacations. He is survived by his parents, his son, a sister, and other family members who continue to mourn his loss.

The shooting remains an open, unresolved homicide. No arrests have been announced and no suspects have been publicly identified. If anyone knew Eddie, saw anything in Newark around October 6, 2016, or has information about the shooting, please come forward.