Teen Arrested on Felony Gun Charges After Dover Shots Fired Incident
In Dover, Delaware, a 16-year-old male was arrested on felony gun charges, including possession of an untraceable firearm, after a shots fired incident. The teen was apprehended by Delaware State Police on Generals Way after a brief pursuit on an…
Salisbury, MD, October 1, 2026 —
In Dover, Delaware, a 16-year-old male has been arrested on multiple felony gun charges, including the possession of an untraceable firearm. The arrest follows an incident reported as shots fired in the area. The Delaware State Police took the juvenile into custody on Generals Way.
According to authorities, the apprehension occurred after a brief pursuit. The suspect was reportedly operating an electric bicycle at the time of the chase. The specific date of the incident and the precise location where shots were fired were not immediately detailed. The charges brought against the 16-year-old include felony gun charges and possession of an untraceable firearm. Information regarding the specific type of firearm involved or further details about the nature of the shots fired incident, such as whether any property was damaged or if any individuals were harmed, was not provided.
The Delaware State Police conducted the apprehension. Further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shots fired incident and the possession of the untraceable firearm is ongoing. Details regarding the exact legal classification of the firearm as untraceable or specific penalties associated with the charges were not disclosed. The name of the juvenile has not been released due to their age.
Story summarized from the original created by Sophia Peters on www.wmdt.com, see more information here.
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