MILTON, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating an early Saturday morning armed robbery in Milton involving two suspects impersonating federal immigration officers.
The incident occurred around 1:56 a.m. on June 28 along Burton Road near Sand Hill Road. According to state police, the victim pulled over after an unknown vehicle behind him flashed red and white lights. Two masked men, both wearing vests labeled “ICE,” then approached the victim.
One suspect, armed with a knife, removed the victim from his vehicle while the other pointed a firearm at him. The suspect with the knife reportedly pressed the weapon into the victim’s side before stealing his wallet and punching him in the face. The suspects then fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of money.
Key Points
- Two suspects impersonating ICE officers committed an armed robbery in Milton
- The incident occurred early Saturday morning on Burton Road
- The victim was injured and transported to a hospital for facial injuries
The victim was later taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of injuries sustained during the assault. Authorities have not yet identified the suspects.
Delaware State Police continue to investigate the robbery and have not released further details on the suspects or their vehicle.
State police are investigating a violent armed robbery in Milton involving fake ICE impersnators.