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: [email protected]
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.
