Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred at a residence in Ellendale on early Saturday morning.
On May 28, 2022, at approximately 2:40 a.m., troopers responded to a residence on the 14000 block of South Old State Road, Ellendale for a report of shots fired. A 62-year-old victim present at the residence heard multiple gun shots and police were contacted. The ensuing investigation revealed that the residence had been struck by three rounds and a vehicle parked on the property was struck by a single round. The victim was not injured during this incident.
At this time there is no suspect information or surveillance images available.
The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigation is currently investigating this incident. Anyone who witnessed this incident or has any information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective Hill by calling 302-752-3792. Information may also be provided by sending a Private Facebook Message to the Delaware State Police, by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.
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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell
Released: 052822 1930
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