Teen dies in Milton shooting incident
A 19-year-old man died after being shot early Monday in Milton, Delaware State Police said.
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Teen dies in Milton shooting incident
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MILTON — A 19-year-old MIlton man died after being shot early Monday, Delaware State Police said.
Authorities said that at approximately 4:47 a.m., troopers responded to the 14000 block of Collins Street for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, police said, they found the man that had been shot in upper torso and began life-saving efforts.
The victim died at an area hospital Tuesday, police said. On Thursday, authorities identified him as Ryan Simpson.
According to police, preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was living in a shed on the property when an unknown suspect fired several shots into the shed, hitting the victim.
Police said investigation is ongoing and ask anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective A. Bluto by calling 302- 741-2859. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
