A bank customer was assaulted and robbed while attempting to make a cash deposit outside a pnc bank on kirkwood highway in wilmington, delaware. Google maps
A bank customer was assaulted and robbed while attempting to make a cash deposit outside a PNC Bank on Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington, Delaware. Google Maps

Customer Attacked While Making Bank Deposit Outside Wilmington PNC, Cash Stolen

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August 10, 2026
Delaware State Police are searching for a suspect who assaulted a bank customer outside a PNC Bank in Wilmington before fleeing with cash Sunday night.

WILMINGTON, Del. — The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a bank customer who was attacked while attempting to make a deposit outside a PNC Bank in Wilmington.

Troopers responded at approximately 9:45 p.m. Sunday to the PNC Bank located at 2203 Kirkwood Highway after receiving reports of a robbery.

According to investigators, the victim was preparing to make a bank deposit when an unidentified suspect approached and attacked.

Suspect fled with cash after struggle

Police said the suspect assaulted the victim and demanded money before the two became involved in a brief struggle.

“The preliminary investigation revealed the victim was preparing to make a deposit when an unknown suspect approached, assaulted the victim, and demanded money,” Delaware State Police said. “After a brief struggle, the suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of cash.”

The victim was treated at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit has assumed responsibility for the investigation. Detectives have not released a description of the suspect and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Carroll at (302) 365-8467. Tips can also be submitted through a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.

Key Points

  • A bank customer was robbed while attempting to make a deposit outside a Wilmington PNC Bank.
  • The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being assaulted during the robbery.
  • Delaware State Police detectives are seeking information about the suspect.

FAQ

When did the robbery occur?
At approximately 9:45 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9.

Where did it happen?
Outside the PNC Bank at 2203 Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington.

What happened?
Police said a suspect assaulted a customer preparing to make a deposit and stole an undisclosed amount of cash.

Was the victim injured?
Yes. The victim was treated at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

How can someone provide information?
Anyone with information can contact Detective Carroll at (302) 365-8467 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.

Source: Delaware State Police, Delaware State Police Newsroom

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