Wilmington Man Arrested After Armed Robbery at Smyrna Smoke Shop

A 32-year-old Wilmington man is now in custody after Smyrna police wrapped up an armed robbery investigation tied to a local smoke shop.

The Smyrna Police Department arrested Isaiah Council, of Wilmington, Delaware, in connection with a robbery that took place on Friday, May 22, 2026, at around 3:05 in the afternoon.

Officers were called to Smokiez Smoke Shop, located at 239 N. Dupont Highway, after receiving a report that an armed robbery had just occurred at the business.

According to investigators, Council entered the store wearing a disguise and walked up to an employee to request cigars. The investigation continued from that point, ultimately leading authorities to identify and arrest Council as the suspect responsible for the incident.