New Castle, DE – The Delaware State Police are probing an attempted armed robbery that took place in the parking lot of a Bowlerama in New Castle. The incident occurred on the afternoon of Tuesday, at approximately 5:20 p.m. An unidentified suspect brandished a handgun, demanding a bag from an employee before fleeing the scene.
Characterized as a black male in dark attire, the suspect managed to escape in an unknown sedan with unknown accomplices. Authorities noted a lack of available surveillance footage for the suspect in question. The investigation is ongoing by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Robbery Unit.
Detectives urge anyone with relevant details on the case to contact Detective J. Dempsey at (302) 365-8472. The Delaware State Police and Delaware Crime Stoppers can be reached for information related to the incident. Those in need of support due to criminal circumstances can seek assistance from the Delaware Victim Center at 1-800-VICTIM-1.