Wilmington (19803) – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shoplifting turned robbery in which an employee was bit by the fleeing suspect, and are asking for the public’s help in identifying him.

The incident occurred at approximately 3:59 p.m., Monday, January 21, 2019 at the Target department store, located at 1050 Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington. The pictured male suspect was observed by employees exiting the business with merchandise which he had not paid for. When the employee made contact with the suspect outside the business and attempted to recover the merchandise, he was bit on the hand. The suspect then fled on foot towards Naaman’s Rd. The employee was treated at an area hospital for injuries sustained in the incident.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect is asked to contact Trooper Snook at Troop 1 by calling 302-761-6677.

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

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and are in need of assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll free hotline 1800 VICTIM-1. (1800 842-8461).  You may also email the unit Director at debra.reed@delaware.gov.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:012419 1407

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