Millsboro man charged with shooting off gun near party

A Millsboro man faces felony charges after police say he went to a party on Gravel Hill Road March 22 and fired shots after threatening attendees.

Police were called at 11:25 p.m. and learned that Harry Hudson, 56, went to a party at a neighbor’s home but was disorderly and was asked to leave by the homeowner, police said. Hudson returned with a large dog and made threatening statements, police said, and when he was asked to leave several time, he took out a handgun and walked away holding it. 

Police said several people heard gunshots followed by Hudson yelling threats. Police found Hudson  in his driveway shouting obscenities and took him into custody without incident. While taking Hudson into custody, police said they found a loaded firearm on the ground near Hudson.

A computer inquiry of Hudson revealed he is a convicted felon and is prohibited from possessing firearms and ammunition. Hudson was taken to Troop 4 where he was charged with possession of a firearm by a person prohibited, possession of ammunition by a person prohibited, possession of a firearm while under the influence, and disorderly conduct. He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7 and released on $21,050 unsecured bond.