Delaware State Police are actively pursuing leads in a violent attack that left an Ocean View man hospitalized early Saturday morning.
Officers were dispatched to a home in the 37000 block of Mahogany Street around 12:30 a.m. on February 14, 2026, following reports of an assault. Upon arrival, they discovered a 64-year-old resident who had suffered injuries from a crowbar attack. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he is being treated for injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
According to the initial police investigation, two unidentified white males approached the victim’s residence, creating a disturbance by shouting and pounding on his door. When the homeowner answered, he did not recognize either individual and attempted to shut the door. At that point, one of the men physically grabbed the victim, knocked him down, and struck him with a crowbar before both attackers escaped in a red vehicle of unknown make and model.
The case remains under active investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit. Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to reach out to Detective W. Saylor at 302-752-3832. Tips can also be submitted through private messages to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Crime victims and witnesses seeking support can access services around the clock through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center. Their toll-free helpline is available at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461), and they can also be contacted via email at [email protected].
Source: https://dsp.delaware.gov/2026/02/16/state-police-investigating-assault-in-ocean-view/
