Victims of fatal Georgetown shooting named

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GEORGETOWN — Delaware State Police on Monday identified Armando Vicente Chilel Lopez, 31, of Georgetown, and Honorio Velasquez, 28, of Bridgeville as the victims of a fatal double shooting over the weekend.

At approximately 7:28 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to El Nopalito Restaurant, 22097 DuPont Boulevard, where the victims had been shot, authorities said. Mr. Velasquez was pronounced dead at the scene, and Mr. Lopez died after being transported to an area hospital.

Police said Mr. Lopez was shot after lunging at a suspect who had removed a necklace from his neck, and Mr. Velasquez was struck by gunfire as two suspects fled the scene.

Homicide detectives are seeking information about a gray pickup truck with an extended cab that fled the area after the shooting. This vehicle may have been involved in the incident. No information is available about the occupants of the vehicle or the suspects.

This case remains active, and anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Grassi at 302-365-8441. Information may also be provided to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or here.

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