Dover police are investigating an armed robbery that took place Sunday night on Rockford Crossing. A gunman approached a victim and demanded their electric scooter before fleeing with the stolen item when the victim ran away.
Dover police are actively investigating an armed theft that occurred Sunday evening in a residential area of the city.
Officers responded to the unit block of Rockford Crossing at approximately 10:03 p.m. on January 4th following reports of a robbery, according to Master Corporal Ryan Schmid, the Dover Police Department’s Public Information Officer.
During their investigation, police learned that a victim had been confronted by a Black male suspect carrying a silver firearm. The armed individual ordered the victim to hand over their electric scooter.
When the victim fled the scene on foot, the suspect made off with the scooter and disappeared from the area.
Police have not released any additional suspect information or investigative leads at this time.
The case remains under active investigation. Dover Police are encouraging anyone with relevant information to contact them at (302) 736-7130, with the option to remain anonymous.
Residents can also provide tips through Delaware Crime Stoppers by calling 800-TIP-3333 or visiting www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com online. Crime Stoppers may offer a cash reward for information that results in an arrest.
The incident has been assigned case number 50-26-367.
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