The New Castle County Police are investigating the shooting of a 45-year-old man in the community of Overview Gardens.

(New Castle, Del-19720) Today(June 24) at approximately 6:00 p.m. New Castle County Police were called to the unit block of Chesterfield Dr in the community of Overview Gardens for a 45-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound.

A crowd started to form in the area where the victim was located and additional police units were requested at the scene.

The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment and his condition is unknown at this time. This is an active and ongoing investigation and more information will be forthcoming.

The New Castle County Police, Criminal Investigation Unit is asking anyone with information regarding this incident to please contact the New Castle County Police by dialing (302) 573.2800.

Citizens can also submit a tip via our website at http://www.nccpd.com. Tipsters may also call Crime Stoppers at (800) TIP-3333 or visit us on Facebook at New Castle County Police Department. Citizens who currently have the smartphone application are encouraged to use the “submit tip” tab to submit tips. Select a topic by using the “drop down” and complete the tip by “clicking” submit. The New Castle County Police Smartphone Application is free to download and available for all iPhone and Android smartphones.

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