Dover- The Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired incident that occurred earlier this morning in Kent Acres, Dover.

The incident occurred on January 21, 2020 at approximately 1:40 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the unit block of Steele Road, Kent Acres, Dover for a report of shots fired.  Upon arrival, Troopers met with the occupants who advised that they while they were sleeping, they were awoken by gunshots. Further investigation revealed that unknown suspect(s) had fired at the residence, striking the exterior with approximately 17 rounds. There were four occupants in the residence ranging from ages 52-15.  There were no reports of any injuries as a result of this incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Troop 3, Major Crimes Unit Detective T. Ford at 302-697-4454.  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

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@state.de.us.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Melissa Jaffe

Released: 012120 0859

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