Wilmington- The Delaware State Police are currently investigating an incident that occurred at the Concord Mall in which a shoplifting case led to shots being fired at a vehicle.

The incident occurred on May 3, 2019, at approximately 7:44 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the parking lot of the Concord Mall, located at 4737 Concord Pike, for a report of shots being fired.  Preliminary investigations has determined that four suspects had shoplifted and were in the process of fleeing the scene in a vehicle.  As the vehicle was fleeing, the driver intentionally struck a mall security vehicle.  A citizen with a conceal carry permit fired shots at the fleeing vehicle’s tires and remained on scene.

The four suspects proceeded to exit the vehicle and continued to flee the area on foot.  There have been no reports of any injuries at this time.

The investigation is in its early stages with further information being released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 2, Detective Shatley at 302-365-8487.  Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 050319 2234

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