Bear – Delaware State Police have arrested Salih M. Frink, 14, of Bear, for the attempted robbery of a Bear area restaurant that occurred yesterday afternoon.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:43 p.m., Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at the Great Wall Chinese restaurant, located at 807 Governors Place, Bear. Frink placed a food order and as the 35 year old, female employee opened the register to complete the transaction, he jumped on to the counter and reached into the register, in an attempt to obtain money. The employee closed the drawer on Frink’s hand, thwarting his attempt, and then alerted co-workers, who came to her aid. Frink was detained by employees until Troopers arrived on scene. There were no injuries as a result of the incident.

Frink was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 2 where he was arrested and charged with Robbery 2^nd Degree. Frink was then arraigned in Family Court on the robbery charge as well as an outstanding Family Court warrant, prior to being committed to the New Castle County Detention Center on $10.000.00 secured bail.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit at 302-365-8566

Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released: 012518 1335

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