The Dover Police Department has arrested a 17-year-old male, and Rshawn Chappell, 18, both of Dover, on robbery charges following an investigation that began on September 1st. (see the original release below) Through the investigation into the robbery, both suspects were identified and warrants were obtained for their arrest.
The 17-year-old male was arrested on September 17th, 2025, by the Street Crimes Unit in the 800 block of West North Street, Dover, DE. He was also found to have a handgun with an obliterated serial number.
Chappell was arrested on September 18th, 2025, in the area of West Division Street and Kent Ave, Dover, DE.
The 17-year-old was committed to Stevenson House on $25,000 secured bail on the following charges:
-Robbery First Degree
-Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
-Aggravated Menacing
-Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
-Conspiracy Second Degree
-Assault Third Degree
-Possession of a Firearm By a Person Prohibited
-Possession of a Firearm with an Obliterated Serial Number
Chappell was committed to SCI on $56,000 cash bail on the following charges:
-Robbery First Degree
-Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
-Aggravated Menacing
-Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony
-Conspiracy Second Degree
-Assault Third Degree
Both are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Dover, DE
**ORIGINAL RELEASE**
Incident Number: 50-25-31848
Date/Time: Monday, September 1st, 2025 at 1:08 a.m.
Location: 400 Block of North New Street
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred early Monday morning. The investigation began at 1:08 a.m. when Dover Police received a call for an armed robbery in the 400 block of North New Street. Officers responded and contacted the victim. The ensuing investigation revealed the victim was seated in a vehicle when he was approached by two black males, wearing dark clothing, and riding electric scooters. The suspects had handguns and demanded that the victim turn over property. The victim complied, and the suspects fled. During this incident, one of the suspects hit the victim in the face causing minor injuries.
There are no additional leads at this time.
This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.