Delaware State Police are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred in Bridgeville, leaving one man wounded. According to official reports, the event took place on September 27, at around 1:47 p.m. on Mill Park Drive. Police responded to the scene following reports of gunfire and discovered that a 20-year-old man had suffered gunshot wounds to his leg. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital by private vehicle, and his injuries were noted to be non-life-threatening.
The initial findings suggest that the shooting stemmed from an argument that escalated, resulting in the unidentified suspect firing multiple shots at the victim. Despite the violent exchange, the victim's condition has been described as stable. Details surrounding the dispute that led to the gunfire have not been disclosed as detectives proceed with the investigation. A statement obtained by Delaware State Police outlines the sequence of events and the ongoing inquiry into the shooter's identity and motives.
The case is actively under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit. Authorities are reaching out to the public for assistance, urging anyone with information to come forward. Detective R. Mitchell of the Delaware State Police can be contacted directly at 302-752-3794 for any leads or details concerning the shooting. Alternately, information can also be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-TIP-3333 or online at their official website. In addition, the Delaware State Police have extended the opportunity for information-sharing via private messages on their Facebook page.
For those affected by this incident and others dealing with the ramifications of crime or sudden loss, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available 24/7. Support and resources are offered through a hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461), and the Unit can be reached via email at [email protected].
