DELAWARE STATE POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING A SUNDAY SHOOTING IN FRANKFORD

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February 3, 2025
Frankford, DE - The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred yesterday in Frankford, Delaware.

According to official reports, troopers responded to a distress call about a shooting around 1:00 p.m. on February 2, 2025, in the 28000 block of Gum Tree Road, Frankford.

Upon their arrival, the officers found a 41-year-old man who had been shot. He was assisted by personnel from the Frankford Fire Company and then transported to a local hospital due to the severity of his injuries.

The initial investigation revealed that an argument between the victim and a black male suspect at a nearby residence escalated, leading to the suspect allegedly shooting the victim before fleeing the scene.

The case has since been assigned to the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit for further investigation. Detectives are appealing to anyone with additional information relevant to the case to come forward. They can contact Detective R. Mitchell at 302-752-3794.

Additionally, members of the public can provide assistance by sending a private message to the Delaware State Police's Facebook page or by reaching out to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.