DOVER, DE – Police are investigating a shooting that occurred during a dispute between two Dover neighbors that was reported in the Capitol Park neighborhood on Tuesday.
According to the Delaware State Police, at approximately 11:54 p.m., troopers responded to the residences on Congress Place regarding a report of shots fired.
“The ensuing investigation revealed that 45-year-old Jaron Jones of Dover had been involved in an argument with a neighbor,” the Delaware State Police said. “During the argument, Jones fired several shots toward the neighbor, which struck the victim, a 45-year-old man from Clayton, who was standing nearby.”
Police said Jones fled the area in a black Buick Enclave SUV and was last seen traveling northbound on Bay Road towards an unknown destination.
His victim sustained gunshot wounds to his torso and arm.
“He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he is currently in serious but stable condition,” police said. “Attempts to locate Jones have been unsuccessful, and his current whereabouts are unknown.”
Jones is described as a black male, approximately 6’03” tall and weighing approximately 215 pounds. A photograph of Jones’ vehicle was provided by police to the media today.