Delaware police investigating armed highway robbery in Dover

Delaware State Police - File Photo.

DOVER, DE – Police in Delaware are investigating a brazen highway robbery on North Dupont Highway that took pace at around 5:30 pm on Friday.

A 28-year-old man was walking northbound on North Dupont Highway south of Rose Bowl Road when he was unexpectedly approached from behind by two unknown black males.

As one suspect held a handgun to the victim’s head, another suspect took his wallet from his pocket. Both suspects then fled into a nearby wooded area on foot. The victim was not injured during the robbery.

DSP did not provide further descriptions of the two suspects, nor are there any images or surveillance videos available.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this case. If you witnessed this incident, please contact Detective Ryan at 302-698-8443. You may also provide information by sending a private message to the Delaware State Police via Facebook or by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

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