On 10/29/22, at approximately 9:55 pm officers responded to the 300 block of S. Thompson Ave in reference to an 18 year old male victim being shot multiple times.  The victim’s injuries are not considered life threatening.  There are two suspects who committed the shooting.  The suspects are believed to be males and their race is unknown at this time.  The investigation is ongoing.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Alisha Burger at 386-626-7428 or at burgera@deland.org.

On 10/30/22, at approximately 11:07 pm officers responded to the Candlelight Oaks subdivision and the area surrounding the subdivision in reference to a weapons complaint.  While canvassing the subdivision a DeLand Patrol Sergeant did hear gunshots discharged in the vicinity.  No one was found to have been shot or injured.  One reporting person indicated they were being followed by another vehicle when the shots were fired.  Detectives are working to confirm this account.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Ken Ramkissoon at 386-626-7426 or at ramkissoonk@deland.org

It is unknown at this time if the two incidents are related.