Tragic Easter Morning Shooting Leaves Two Dead Near Dover, Delaware
DOVER, Del. — A peaceful Easter Sunday morning turned tragic in rural Kent County as gunfire erupted near Dover, Delaware, leaving two people dead in a quiet, close-knit community.
Authorities say the shooting occurred just after 7:30 a.m. on March 31, 2025, at the intersection of Sharon Hill Road and Cahoon Branch Road — a sparsely populated area just outside the Dover city limits, not far from New Hope Church. The incident sent shockwaves through the community, where residents awoke to the sound of sirens on what should have been a morning of reflection and celebration.
Emergency responders arrived quickly and discovered two individuals fatally shot at the scene. Details about the victims and a possible suspect have not yet been released, as the investigation remains in its early stages.
Delaware State Police are leading the inquiry and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Authorities have not indicated whether the shooting was targeted or random, but they are working to establish a timeline and motive.
“This is a heartbreaking situation, especially on a day like today,” said one local resident who lives nearby. “Our thoughts are with the families of those who lost their lives.”
As investigators continue to process the scene and interview potential witnesses, the Dover community is left grappling with grief and searching for answers in the aftermath of this sudden act of violenc
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