Millsboro- The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred last evening.

The incident occurred on December 9, 2019 at approximately 9:59 p.m., when Troopers were dispatched to a residence in the 31000 block of Karen Street, Millsboro for the report of a robbery. Upon arrival, Troopers met with a 59-year-old male resident who advised that while he was outside in the front yard, he was approached by an unknown subject.  The suspect displayed a handgun and struck the victim with the handgun, causing the victim to fall to the ground.  The suspect demanded the victim empty his pockets.  The suspect obtained the victim’s wallet, cell phone and keys prior to fleeing the scene.  Shortly after the incident, the victim’s bank card was utilized at the Exxon in Seaford.  The victim did not sustain injury.

The suspect was described as a black male in his late 20’s, approximately 5’08” tall, 175 lbs., with a full beard, and wearing all dark clothing.

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident they are asked to contact Troop 4, Major Crimes Unit, at 302-856-5850. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at 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 Melissa Jaffe

Released: 121019 0824

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