One man injured following an early morning shooting in Magnolia

MAGNOLIA, Del. – Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that happened early Sunday morning.

Just after 1 a.m. troopers responded to the 100 block of Orange Street regarding a shooting. When police arrived they noticed numerous vehicles and pedestrians leaving the area. Troopers found a male victim from Dover who had sustained a gunshot wound to his lower body. The ongoing investigation revealed that the victim left a party nearby when he was shot by an unknown subject. At this moment there is no suspect description available.

The victim was taken to the nearby hospital for medical treatment.

This incident is ongoing, police ask that you contact Detective P. Campbell at 302-698-8504 with any information. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.