Ocean View, Delaware – A 64-year-old man was allegedly assaulted with a crowbar in Ocean View early Saturday.
According to the Delaware State Police, troopers responded at approximately 12:30 a.m. Saturday to a residence on the 37000 block of Mahogany Street for a reported assault. When officers arrived, they located a 64-year-old male who had allegedly been struck with a crowbar. He was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police said the preliminary investigation determined two white male suspects were yelling and knocking on the victim’s door before the assault occurred. When the victim opened the door, he reportedly did not recognize the men and attempted to close it. Investigators allege one of the suspects grabbed the door, forced entry and struck the victim with a crowbar.
According to state police, the suspects fled the scene in an unknown red vehicle. No arrests had been announced as of Monday.
The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit is continuing to investigate. Detectives are asking anyone with information about the case to contact Detective W. Saylor at 302-752-3832. Tips can also be submitted by private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
The incident may be of concern to residents and overnight workers in the Mahogany Street area.
Victim Services within the Delaware State Police are available to assist individuals impacted by violent crime and can be reached through DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.
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