The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a 42-year-old Magnolia woman injured early Sunday morning.
The investigation began at 1:37 a.m., when Officers from Dover Police Department were patrolling the downtown area in reference to the bar let out. While patrolling, Officers heard several shots fired in the area of the Minor Street Alley. Officers checked the area and located the victim, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital, where she received treatment and was in stable condition.
Officials said a black male suspect began shooting for currently undetermined reasons. The black male left in a 2024 Kia Forte that was reported stolen. Officers located the suspect vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed eastbound on Leipsic Road and attempted to stop it. The vehicle crashed into a farm field and the suspect fled. Officers were unable to locate the suspect after he fled, however a firearm was located in the area of the crash.
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