Greenwood- The Delaware State Police have arrested a 35-year-old, Roy G. Murray 3rd of Greenwood, for attempted burglary and related charges.

The incident occurred on April 8, 2020 at approximately 11:27 a.m., when Troopers were dispatched to the 6000 block of Hickman Road, Greenwood, for an attempted burglary. The investigation revealed Murray was located hiding outside of the residence by one of the victims wearing camo clothing and a face mask. As a second victim exited the residence, Murray confronted the victim with a bow and arrow by pulling the bow back and aiming it at the victim. Both victims fled back into the residence and were able to close and lock the door behind them. Murray followed and attempted to gain entry by kicking the door several times before fleeing the area on his bicycle. Also inside the residence during the incident were two other individuals, including a child.

Troopers searching the area discovered a male matching the description of Murray riding a bicycle. The suspect failed to stop on command and after a brief foot pursuit was taken into custody. In his possession when taken into custody, Murray had a knife concealed in his pocket and the bow was recovered next to Murray.

None of the victims in this incident knew Murray and no one was injured during the incident.

Murray was transported to Troop 5 where he was charged with the following:

• Attempted Burglary First Degree (felony)
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (2 counts)
• Aggravated Menacing (felony)
• Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (felony)
• Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (felony)
• Resisting Arrest
• Criminal Trespass Third Degree

He was arraigned before the Justice of the Peace Court and committed to Sussex Correctional Institute on $152,501 cash bond.

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Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Heather Pepper

Released:  040920 1200

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