Gunfire erupts in salisbury neighborhood as bullets hit home, car
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Gunfire erupts in Salisbury neighborhood as bullets hit home, car

Gunshots hit a Salisbury home Monday night, prompting a criminal probe with no reported injuries.

SALISBURY, MD — Authorities are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Monday night in Wicomico County after gunfire struck an occupied home and an unoccupied vehicle on the 30000 block of Zion Road.


Key Points

  • Shots were fired at a residence and vehicle in Salisbury on April 8
  • No injuries were reported, but the home was occupied at the time
  • Wicomico County Sheriff’s detectives are investigating the case

According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 9:30 p.m. after receiving reports of shots fired at the residential address. Upon arrival, deputies found that both a residence and a vehicle parked nearby had been hit by gunfire.

The house was occupied during the shooting, but no injuries were reported.

Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Division took over the investigation and canvassed the surrounding area for evidence. The Sheriff’s Office confirmed that physical evidence related to the shooting was recovered.

Officials have not released details regarding suspects or motive at this time. The investigation remains ongoing.

The Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information to contact them at 410-548-4891 or Wicomico County Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Sheriff’s Office mobile app or website.

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