Delaware State Police

Superintendent Colonel Melissa Zebley

Troopers Arrest Two Teens for Burglary in Millsboro

Date Posted: Tuesday, January 30th, 2024

Delaware State Police have arrested two teenagers for a gas station burglary in Millsboro, Delaware early Monday morning.

On January 29, 2024, at approximately 2:16 a.m., troopers responded to Liberty Gas Station, located at 31507 Oak Orchard Road in Millsboro, for a report of two suspects breaking into the business. When troopers arrived, they observed the two suspects, identified as 15- and 16-year-old teens, inside the store. The teens proceeded to flee from the store on foot. After a brief foot chase, the teens were apprehended, and the stolen property was recovered from a black bookbag.

The 16-year-old was transported to Troop 4, where he was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on his own recognizance to a guardian.

Burglary Third Degree (Felony)
Theft Over $1500 (Felony)
Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
Criminal Mischief Over $1000

The 15-year-old was transported to Troop 4, where he was charged with the below crimes, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2, and released on his own recognizance to a guardian.