Salon Shooting Leaves 33-Year-Old Man Hospitalized with Injuries

Incident Number:  50-26-22915

Date/Time: Friday, July 3rd, 2026 at approximately 8:17 P.M.

Location: J Stylz Unisex Salon, 1101 S. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE

Contact:   Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Lieutenant Mark Hoffman   Email: Mark.Hoffman@cj.state.de.us

Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that seriously injured a 33-year-old man on Friday night. Officers responded to the J Stylz Unisex Salon located at 1101 S. DuPont Highway for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located the victim who was shot multiple times in his lower extremities and once in the abdomen.

The victim was transported by EMS to a nearby hospital where he is currently in serious but stable condition.

This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7145. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com. A cash reward may be available for information leading to an arrest.