Two Mitscher Road Homes Struck by Gunfire 10-17-26

Incident Number:  50-26-37001

Date/Time: Friday, October 16th 2026 at approximately 6:39 P.M.

Location: 100 Block of Mitscher Road, 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 damaged two homes on Mitscher Road Friday evening.

Officers responded to the 100 Block of Mitscher Road at approximately 6:39 p.m. for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two residences had been struck by gunfire. One home was occupied by two adults, and no injuries were reported. The second home was unoccupied at the time of the shooting. Officer also located multiple spent shell casings from a nearby alley.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at 302-736-7111. Tips may also be submitted through Delaware Crime Stoppers or the Dover Police Department’s online contact form. Tipsters may remain anonymous.