Magnolia, DE – Delaware State Police are investigating a shots-fired incident reported Friday morning in Magnolia, according to a release from the agency.
Authorities say troopers responded around 9:30 a.m. on January 2, 2026, to the 100 block of Whitetail Lane for a complaint of gunfire that had occurred earlier that morning. Upon arrival, police found shell casings in the roadway near a residence. No one was hurt, and no homes were struck by bullets.
According to preliminary findings, around 2:00 a.m., a dark-colored SUV allegedly drove past the residence and fired multiple rounds before fleeing the area. Detectives from Troop 3’s Criminal Investigations Unit are leading the case and are urging anyone with information or surveillance footage to come forward.
Those with details are asked to contact Detective J. Hitchner at 302-698-8503 or submit an anonymous tip via Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit is also offering assistance to residents affected by the incident.
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