Newark, DE – An armed robbery near a popular Dunkin’ on Geoffrey Drive Saturday evening has prompted an ongoing investigation by Delaware State Police.
A woman was allegedly threatened at knifepoint and robbed outside the business around 5:30 p.m., according to Delaware State Police. Authorities report that troopers responded to a call at 48 Geoffrey Drive after a male suspect allegedly approached a 32-year-old woman on the sidewalk, brandished a knife, and demanded her belongings. The victim complied, handing over her purse before the suspect fled the area on foot. Police stated the woman was not physically harmed during the incident.
According to Delaware State Police, the suspect is described as a Black male in his 30s with short dreadlocks, last seen wearing dark clothing. Investigators note that surveillance video and images are not yet available as of this report.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit is continuing its investigation and encourages anyone with information to contact Detective D. Armstrong at (302) 365-8440. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333 or by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police page.
Authorities also remind residents that support is available for anyone affected by crime. The Delaware Victim Center offers assistance 24/7 via the hotline 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
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