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Two Homes Struck by Gunfire on S. New Street 12-26-2019

Date/Time:  Tuesday, December 24th, 2019 at 7:39PM

Location:  Area of S. New Street and Reed Street, Dover, DE

Officer Releasing Information:   M/Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Public Information Officer

Narrative: 

The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the area of S. New Street and Reed Street on Tuesday, December 24th, 2019 at approximately 7:39PM.  Officers responded to the area after receiving calls for shots fired in the area.  Upon arrival, it was learned that two residences in the Unit Block of S. New Street were each struck by gunfire.  No injuries resulted from the incident.  

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous.  Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delawarecrimestoppers.com; a cash reward of up to $1,000 is possible for information leading to an arrest.