Ellendale man sought on attempted murder charge in Milford

Qualeel Wescott (Photo: Milford police)
Qualeel Wescott (Photo: Milford police)

MILFORD, DELAWARE (5/14/2016) A 21-year-old Ellendale man is being sought by Milford police on an attempted murder charge.

Qualeel Wescott is wanted in connection with a shooting at the Brightway Commons apartment complex early Wednesday, police said Friday.

The victim remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition, Sgt. Robert Masten said.

Police also have identified a second victim of the shooting, a 25-year-old man, who suffered a minor injury, Masten said.

Investigators filed warrants charging Wescott with first-degree attempted murder and related counts.

Anyone with information on Wescott is asked to call police at 302-422-8081.

Tips also may be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers, which offers rewards, at 800-847-3333 or www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.