The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Friday night at a tobacco store in Wilmington.
On September 25, 2026, at approximately 9:10 p.m., troopers responded to the Eagle Tobacco, located at 3505 Miller Road in Wilmington, for a report of an armed robbery. The investigation revealed that an unknown masked suspect, wearing dark clothing, entered the business, displayed a firearm, and demanded cash and tobacco products. The clerk complied and the suspect fled the scene. No one was injured.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives ask anyone who has information relevant to the case to contact Detective D. Patterson by calling (302) 365-8471. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or has lost a loved one to a sudden death and needs 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 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.