29 Oct 2023 | 10:30 PM UTC
US: Police confirm suspects remain at large following shooting incident involving three victims in Laurel, Del., Oct. 29 /update 1
Police confirm suspects remain at large after shooting in Laurel, Del., US, Oct. 29; status of three gunshot victims not immediately clear.
Police in Laurel, Delaware, have confirmed that suspects remain at large after a shooting incident involving "three gunshot victims" occurred in the town Oct. 29. Officials did not immediately indicate the three victims' respective medical statuses. Authorities have added that West 7th Street will likely remain closed between West Street and Center Street for several hours in connection with the shooting, which reportedly occurred near the intersection of Belle Avenue and West 7th Street. Per standard practices, local authorities are handing over the shooting investigation to the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business will likely impact the area over the coming hours.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the vicinity. Maintain heightened vigilance if operating in the Laurel area. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent disruptions near the scene of the shooting. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
