Two 19-Year-Olds Shot During Vape Sale Meeting in Magnolia
Written by Kiss Media on 17 October 2026
Two 19-year-old men were shot Monday night in Magnolia during what police say was a meeting to sell THC vape cartridges.
Delaware State Police troopers responded around 9:30 p.m. on October 12 to the first block of Juanita Drive after reports of gunfire. Investigators say unknown suspects had arranged to meet the two victims for the vape sale, and gunfire broke out during the exchange.
Both victims were struck and taken to an area hospital in a private vehicle. Their injuries were not life-threatening, according to police.
The Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit is continuing to investigate. No arrests have been announced, and police have not released descriptions of the suspects.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective R. Spanier at (302) 698-8569. Tips can also be sent through a private message to the Delaware State Police on Facebook or to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Source: First State Update — https://firststateupdate.com/2026/10/state-police-investigating-double-shooting-in-magnolia/ and WDEL — “Shooting investigation underway in Magnolia” (Colby Moore, Oct 16, 2026) and Delaware State Police — https://dsp.delaware.gov/2026/10/16/state-police-investigating-shooting-in-magnolia/
