Rehoboth – The Delaware State Police are investigating a shoplifting turned robbery that took place at a Rehoboth area department store on Friday afternoon and are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect.

The incident occurred at approximately 4:51 p.m., Friday, July 5, 2019 at the Marshall’s department store located at 18578 Coastal highway, Rehoboth. The pictured suspect removed merchandise from the display and concealed it in a bag, which he had entered the store with. As he was exiting with the merchandise he shoved an employee who had confronted him. He was last seen entering the back seat of the pictured Chrysler 300 which was operated by an unknown subject. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.

The suspect was described as a black male, average build with light facial hair on his chin. In addition to the orange vest and hat he was wearing blue jeans and gray and white sneakers. The hat had “STANLEY” written on it.

Anyone with information regarding the suspect’s identity or whereabouts are asked to contact Cpl. M. Hawk at Troop 7 by calling 302-644-5020.

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@state.de.us. 

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin

Released:070619 0920

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