Superintendent Colonel William Crotty
Harrington– Delaware State Police are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred Wednesday afternoon.
On March 31, 2021, at approximately 3:13 p.m., troopers responded to Milford Harrington Highway in the area of Sandbox Road for a reported shooting. Upon arrival, troopers discovered a single victim had been shot. The victim was provided medical attention at the scene and transported to an area hospital by ambulance in critical condition.
Milford Harrington Highway was closed for approximately 4 hours while the incident was investigated.
This case remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Det. D. Grassi with the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit by calling 302.365.8441. 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 .
*Update #1* Traffic Advisory Road Closure- Harrington
*Traffic Advisory- Roadway Closure* Milford-Harrington Hwy- Harrington
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