LAUREL POLICE NEEDS YOUR HELP LOCATING A MAN WANTED IN CONNECTION TO A FEBRUARY SHOOTING
Laurel, DE - The Laurel Police Department is actively searching for a wanted subject and asking for the public's assistance in locating a man wanted in connection with a shooting in February 2024.
Branson Daniels, a 22-year-old male from Laurel, Delaware, is currently wanted by the local police after a shooting incident on February 11, 2024. Following their investigation, probable cause was established, leading to the issuance of arrest warrants for Daniels.
Daniels faces several charges, namely:
- Possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony (Class B Felony)
- Possession of a firearm by a person prohibited/prior felony conviction (Class C Felony)
- Reckless endangering first degree x14 (Class E Felony)
- Wearing a disguise during the commission of a felony (Class E Felony)
In addition to these charges, Daniels is also wanted by the Seaford Police Department in relation to a vehicle pursuit that occurred on February 24, 2024. Sussex County Superior Court also has an active capias for violating probation.
The Laurel Police Department reiterates that issuing an arrest warrant ONLY indicates probable cause and does not prove the subject's guilt. Once arrested, Daniels will be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The department urges anyone with information that could aid the ongoing investigation to reach out. They can contact the Laurel Police Department at 302-875-2244 or submit information via direct message on the department's official Facebook page.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 800-847-3333 or texting "KEYWORD" followed by the tip to CRIMES (274637). Tips leading to an arrest through Crime Stoppers may be eligible for a cash reward.
