Dover Police are investigating a Friday evening shooting incident that damaged a residence and vehicle on Hitching Post Drive. No one was injured in the incident, which occurred around 7:41 p.m., though the home was occupied at the time.
Case Reference: 50-26-7456
When: Friday, March 6th, 2026 at 7:41 p.m.
Where: Unit Block of Hitching Post Drive
Media Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Details: Dover Police are conducting an investigation into a Friday night shooting incident that resulted in property damage to both a residence and a parked car. Authorities responded to Hitching Post Drive at 7:41 p.m. following reports of gunfire in the area. When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered physical evidence confirming that shots had been fired. Their investigation determined that bullets struck both an occupied house in the unit block of Hitching Post Drive and a parked vehicle that was empty at the time. Fortunately, despite the home being occupied during the incident, no one sustained any injuries.
Police have not yet developed any suspect information to share with the public.
The case remains under active investigation. Dover Police are encouraging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has relevant information to reach out to the department at (302) 736-7130. Those providing tips can choose to remain anonymous. Additionally, information can be submitted through Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 800-TIP-3333 or visiting www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com online. Financial rewards may be available for tips that result in arrests.
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