Crime & Safety

Woman Shot In Delaware County Overnight, Safety Alert Issued

A manhunt is underway after a woman was shot in Delaware County Wednesday night.

A woman was shot in Upper Darby Wednesday night.
A woman was shot in Upper Darby Wednesday night. (Patch Graphics)

UPPER DARBY, PA — A woman was shot in Upper Darby Wednesday night, sparking a public safety alert from local authorities.

The incident occurred on the unit block of Houston Road.

Circumstances leading up to the shooting are not yet clear. Police said the woman was shot once, and that her injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.

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An investigation and search for the suspect is currently underway.

"We don’t believe there is any current threat to the area," Upper Darby police shared. "We will provide updates as soon as we can. As always thank you for your continued support and cooperation."

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