Delaware State Police

Superintendent Colonel William Crotty

Detectives Investigating Shots Fired on Front Street Extension in Seaford

Date Posted: Sunday, June 2nd, 2024

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The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in Seaford.

On June 1, 2024, at approximately 12:36 a.m., troopers were called for a report of shots fired near a residence on Front Street Extension. The preliminary investigation revealed there was an argument between unknown individuals near the residence followed by shots being fired. A 22-year-old man was hit by gunfire and was taken to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Detectives are still investigating this shooting. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this case to contact Detective D. Hickman by calling (302) 752-3856. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.