New Castle, DE – Troopers are searching for a suspect who robbed a Gulf gas station at gunpoint Monday afternoon.
The robbery happened around 12:22 p.m. at 752 West Basin Road, according to Delaware State Police. Investigators said the suspect entered the store, showed a handgun, and demanded cash from the register. The clerk handed over an undisclosed amount of money, and the suspect fled. No injuries were reported.
The suspect is described as a Black male in his thirties, wearing all black clothing. Police said surveillance footage is not yet available.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Delaware State Police.
Key Points
- Armed robbery reported Monday at Gulf station on West Basin Road in New Castle.
- Suspect displayed handgun, took money from register, and fled.
- Employee was not injured; suspect described as Black male in his 30s, dressed in black.
A quiet afternoon turned dangerous when a gunman stormed a New Castle gas station.