Milton Police are investigating a Monday morning shooting that left a man in his 20s fighting for his life.
At approximately 4:45 AM on Monday, rescue crews responded to a residence in the 100 block of Collins Street in Milton following reports of a shooting. Authorities arrived to find a male victim who had been shot multiple in a backyard.
Milton Fire Department crews, along with Sussex County Paramedics, were dispatched to the scene. Delaware State Police Trooper 2 was utilized to search the area for suspects. It remains unclear if any suspects were located.
The victim was transported to Beebe Medical Center by ambulance in critical condition. Officials have not updated his condition.
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