The Dover Police Department is continuing to investigate the homicide of 22-year-old Daniel Guzman Jr., who was found shot to death on Barrister Place on June 14th, 2025. Four additional victims were shot during this incident. Detectives are urging anyone with information that may assist in this investigation to come forward. Even the smallest detail could be critical in helping us bring justice to Daniel and closure to his loved ones and all victims involved. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Brandon Bowman at 302-736-7141. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333 or www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.
**ORIGINAL RELEASE**
Incident Number: 50-25-21359
Date/Time: Saturday, June 14th, 2025 at 12:42 a.m.
Location: 400 Block of Barrister Place, Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of a 22-year-old Dover man and injured several others early Saturday morning. The investigation began at 12:42 a.m. when Dover Police received a call for shots fired in the 400 block of Barrister Place. Officers responded and located the victim, a 22-year-old Dover man, who had sustained gunshot wounds to the upper body. Officers rendered aid and he was transported to Bayhealth Kent Campus for treatment. Sadly, he later died as a result of his injuries. Four other victims arrived at Bayhealth Kent Campus by Ambulance or by privately-owned vehicle with injuries sustained during this incident. The additional victims are as follows:
-58-year-old male of Dover sustained a gunshot wound to his lower body
-26-year-old male of Dover sustained a gunshot wound to his lower body
-21-year-old male of Dover sustained gunshot wounds to the upper body
-24-year-old male of Dover sustained gunshot wound to his lower body
The ensuing investigation revealed that a group of individuals was standing in front of a residence in the 400 block of Barrister Place when multiple suspects began shooting at the group. There are no additional leads to release at this time.
The victim’s name is being withheld pending the notification of family.
This 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 www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.
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