Sonya Sheppard was 57 and at home on West Springside Drive in Milton late on November 20, 2023, when gunfire from outside struck her residence. Delaware State Police responded about 11:18 p.m. and found Sheppard suffering from a gunshot wound to her upper body; she was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators said multiple rounds hit the house and one projectile traveled through a wall and struck her, and the incident was not described as a confrontation inside the home.

As reported at the time, no arrest had been announced and investigators asked anyone with information to contact Sgt. S. Yeich or submit tips. If anyone knew Sheppard or saw activity near West Springside Drive that night, please share what was seen with investigators.