Dover, DE-Delaware State Police have identified Debra Leonard, 67, of Dover, as the homicide victim killed on January 7, 2022.
At approximately 7:19 p.m., troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of Harriet Street for reports of a shooting. Kyle Leonard called 9-1-1 and advised he had shot and killed his mother inside the home. Leonard was contacted in the front yard and taken into custody without incident. Troopers located Debra Leonard deceased inside from an apparent gunshot wound.
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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Heather Pepper
Released: 010922 0900
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