Amir Maliq Clark, 17, was shot in the predawn hours of Saturday, August 2, 2025, on the 400 block of North Franklin Street in Wilmington. Police responded to reports of gunfire at about 2:08 a.m.; Clark was found with gunshot wounds and taken to a hospital in critical condition. He died later that same day.

The Wilmington Police Department opened an investigation and appealed to the public for information. Family and friends announced funeral arrangements, including a viewing and a Celebration of Life, as they mourned the teenager’s death. No suspects, motives, or arrests have been publicly identified and the investigation remains active.

If anyone on North Franklin Street that morning or who has information about Amir’s activities or associates can help, please share what you know with investigators.