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Apr 16, 2024

Two Arrested in Connection with Shots Fired Incident

On April 8, 2024, at approximately 11:02 pm, Milford Police Department responded to Silver Lake Estates and Reserves at Sawmill located off Linstone Lane after receiving a report of a shots fired incident.  The investigation determined multiple rounds were fired damaging several apartments on the two properties.  No injuries were reported as a result of this incident.  The investigation, which was turned over to the Criminal Investigations Division, led to two individuals being identified as the suspects. 

On April 12, 2024, investigators along with the assistance of the Special Operations Group and Patrol Division executed a search warrant on a residence within Milford City Limits.  Investigators were able to take both suspects into custody at the residence without incident.  As a result of the search warrant, investigators located three firearms along with ammunition and handgun accessories.  
 
Leondre Williams, 19 of Milford, DE, was charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, Reckless Endangering First Degree (6 counts), Conspiracy Second Degree, Criminal Mischief Under $1000 (2 counts), Breach of Release and Disorderly Conduct.

A 17 year old juvenile was charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, Reckless Endangering First Degree (6 counts), Conspiracy Second Degree, Criminal Mischief Under $1000 (2 counts), Breach of Release and Disorderly Conduct.

Both individuals had a presentment through the Justice of the Peace Court.  Williams was committed to the Department of Correction in default of $297,900 cash bail with a no contact order with the victims in the case.  The juvenile was committed to the Division of Youth Rehabilitative Services: Stevenson House in default of $82,500 secured bail with a no contact order with the victims.

Released by Public Information Officer, Sgt. Timothy Maloney
Released: 04/16/2024