DSP News Release: Detectives Probe Dover Home Invasion Robbery

Location: Residence in the 4600 block of Pearson’s Corner Road, Dover, DE

Date of Occurrence:  Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at 5:15 a.m.

Victims: 

-58 year old female resident

-60 year old male resident

Suspects:    

-Two male subjects armed with handguns (no further description)

Resume: 

Dover, DE- Delaware State Police detectives are currently investigating a home invasion style robbery that occurred yesterday morning in Dover, DE.

The incident occurred at approximately 5:15 a.m. on Wednesday, October 19, as two male subjects forced their way into a home located in the 4600 block of Pearson’s Corner Road in Dover. Both subjects, who were armed with handguns, then confronted the male and female residents of the home. The suspects then removed several weapons and personal property from the home before fleeing in an unknown direction. The 60 year old male resident was slightly injured after he engaged in a physical altercation with one of the suspects. He refused treatment.

Detectives are asking anyone who may have any information in reference to this incident to contact Detective Csapo at 302-741-2800. Citizens may also provide a tip by texting keyword “DSP” plus your message to 274637 (CRIMES).  Tipsters may also provide information through lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) TIP-3333. Callers can also submit information via the internet at www.tipsubmit.com.

Released Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m.