Two Found Fatally Shot Inside Claymont-Area Home Saturday

Just before 7:30 on Saturday morning Delaware State Police responded to a home in the 1800 block of Veale Road for reports of gunfire.

Shortly after the Troopers’ arrival, medical crews also responded to the scene. According to reports from the scene, crews found two people mortally wounded inside a bedroom in the home.

The two reportedly elderly patients were pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Delaware State Police issued the following statement regarding the incident:

“Delaware State Police are currently conducting a criminal investigation in the 1800 block of Veale Road, Wilmington. As a result, there is an increased police presence in the area. There is no threat to public safety.

At this time this is an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information will be released once available.”

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