Shooting reported in Smyrna

SMYRNA, DELAWARE (8/10/2015) A shooting took place Sunday night in the Sunnyside Acres development, Smyrna police reported today.

The incident happened about 9 p.m. in the 100 block of Belmont Ave.

Detectives are investigating but think what began as an altercation was a failed robbery attempt.

“Due to the ongoing investigation and sensitivity of certain information no further details will be provided at this time,” Cpl. Brandon Dunning said.

He asked anyone with information to contact police at 302-653-9217.

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