Delaware State Police Investigate Shooting in Frankford
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Frankford, Delaware – January 6, 2026 – The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred on the evening of January 5, 2026, in Frankford. No injuries were reported.
Details of the Incident
At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 5th, troopers responded too a report of shots fired on Honolulu Road near Kauffman Lane. Preliminary investigations revealed that an unknown suspect discharged multiple shots,striking an occupied residence. Fortunately, all five individuals present inside the home at the time of the shooting were unharmed.
ongoing Inquiry
The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit is leading the investigation. Detectives are actively seeking information related to the incident and are urging anyone wiht relevant details to come forward. Individuals with information are encouraged to contact Detective P. LaPlaca at (302) 752-3798.
How to Provide Information
In addition to contacting Detective LaPlaca directly, information can be submitted through the following channels:
- Facebook: Send a private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page.
- Delaware Crime Stoppers: Contact Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Victim Support resources
The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to provide support and resources to victims or witnesses of crime, and to those who have experienced a sudden loss. Assistance is available 24 hours a day via a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You can also reach the Victim Services unit via email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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