09-04-2025
Man shot dead near Clarence Street Church of God is Seaford's second homicide this year
A 32-year-old man, who police said was shot by "an unknown number" of people in Seaford on Tuesday evening, has died, marking the city's second homicide so far this year.
The Seaford man's identity is being withheld until his family is notified, Delaware State Police said.
Police were sent out to Clarence Street, between Thomas and Chandler streets, for a report of a shooting about 5:50 p.m. Tuesday. This is the same block as the Clarence Street Church of God.
Arriving officers found a wounded man suffering from gunshot wounds. The first responders began life-saving efforts until he was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to police.
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While the killing occurred in Seaford city limits, police there have asked the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit to investigate.
Police said their preliminary investigation indicates the man "was shot by an unknown number of suspects."
Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact investigators at (302) 741-2729. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
This is Seaford's second homicide in as many months.
Schweitzer Dessin, 23, was fatally shot on March 12 after court records indicate he was caught in the crossfire of two shooters fighting over a dice game. Three others were injured in the shooting.
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A 23-year-old man has been charged in last month's shooting.
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This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Seaford man dies after being shot by 'unknown number' of people
