DSP Investigating Shooting Incident on Rt.1 in Smyrna

SMYRNA, Del. – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Tuesday morning in Smyrna.

On Mar. 10 at 5:40 a.m., troopers responded to southbound Route 1 near Exit 119 for the report of a shooting. A preliminary investigation revealed that while traveling southbound on Route 1, an unknown male suspect in a light gray crossover-style SUV fired a firearm, striking the victim’s black BMW twice. The BMW’s driver, a 46-year-old man, and a passenger were not injured. After the shooting, the suspect vehicle continued southbound on Route 1.

Detectives ask anyone who witnessed or has information about this case to contact Detective J. Lucyk at (302) 365-8446. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police(Opens in a new window.) or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers(Opens in a new window.) at 1-800-847-3333.