Magnolia, DE – Delaware State Police are investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred early Friday morning. At approximately 9:30 a.m., troopers responded to the 100 block of Whitetail Lane after receiving reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, troopers located shell casings in the roadway in front of a residence. No injuries were reported, and no homes were struck by the gunfire.
Preliminary investigation indicates that around 2:00 a.m., a dark-colored SUV passed by the residence and discharged multiple rounds toward the home before fleeing the scene.
The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit is continuing to investigate this incident.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective I. Hitchens at 302-698-8503. Tips can also be submitted via private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit is available 24 hours a day to provide support through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1. Individuals may also email the Victim Services Unit for assistance.
