New Castle, Delaware – A man suffered minor injuries after allegedly being assaulted and robbed along South Dupont Highway in New Castle late Monday night, as police continue to search for two suspects involved.
According to the Delaware State Police, troopers responded to the scene at approximately 9:18 p.m. after receiving reports of a strong-arm robbery near Beaverbrook Plaza. Preliminary investigations allege the victim was riding an electric bicycle along the highway’s shoulder when a white Nissan sedan stopped abruptly in front of him. Two unidentified suspects reportedly exited the vehicle and allegedly struck the victim with a metal pipe, then stole various personal belongings before fleeing in the Nissan. The victim’s injuries were described as minor.
Authorities allege the suspects are a white male and a Black male. However, police say surveillance images of the suspects or the Nissan involved are not currently available.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit is actively investigating the incident and urges anyone with information to contact Detective R. Strecker at (302) 365-8413. Information can also be provided by messaging the Delaware State Police Facebook page, calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333, or emailing the Delaware Victim Center at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov for those seeking support.
Anyone who may have witnessed the alleged robbery or has knowledge about the suspects’ whereabouts is encouraged to come forward.
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