Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at a Claymont area McDonald’s Tuesday afternoon.
On July 8, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at McDonald’s, located at 2702 Philadelphia Pike in Claymont. The preliminary investigation revealed that 2 unknown males met with the victim inside the McDonald’s to purchase an item the victim had listed for sale. Before the purchase was completed, one of the suspects grabbed the bag containing the item, and a struggle ensued. During the struggle, one of the suspects grabbed his waistband, and implied pulling out a firearm. The victim let go of the bag, and the suspects fled on foot toward Philadelphia Pike with the victim’s property.
The suspects are described as unknown black males. Surveillance video and images are not yet available.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to contact Detective J. Dempsey by calling (302) 365-8472. 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 have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need 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.
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