John Paul Cook, 37, of Newark, Delaware, was shot to death in his home on September 21, 1996, after his son’s birthday party. The shooting happened about 8:30 PM when suspects entered through the front door while Cook was with his girlfriend and young son. Cook was shot multiple times; his son suffered only minor injuries.

The New Castle County Police Department investigated the homicide, processed the scene, interviewed witnesses, and pursued leads, but the case remains unsolved. Investigators have periodically reviewed evidence and followed new leads over the years. No one has been publicly identified as responsible.

Anyone with information about what happened that night is asked to contact the New Castle County Police Department.