Man shot in Bear home invasion

Police investigate home invasion in Taylortowne. (Photo: Delaware Free News)
Police investigate home invasion in Taylortowne. (Photo: Delaware Free News)

BEAR, DELAWARE (10/3/2016) A 44-year-old man was wounded in a shooting during a home invasion in Bear this morning, New Castle County police said.

The crime happened about 6:10 a.m. in the first block of Gogh Circle in the Taylortowne community.

The victim told police two people entered the home, stole items and shot him.

He was taken to a hospital for treatment of injuries police said were not life-threatening.

Suspected explosive materials were found in the home and a police explosives team to render them safe.

Officer First Class John-Paul Piser asked anyone with information to call 302-573-2800.

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