State Police Detectives Investigating Robbery in Laurel

Date Posted: Monday, September 9th, 2024

The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at a restaurant in Laurel last night.

On September 8, 2024, at approximately 10:22 p.m., troopers responded to a robbery at Tacos Chabelita, located at 30661 Sussex Highway in Laurel. The preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown black male suspect entered the business, assaulted the victims, and forcefully removed money that the employees had on a table. Before fleeing, the suspect broke windows to the business, damaged a vehicle in the parking lot, and assaulted another victim with a hammer. Troopers searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect. The victims sustained minor injuries.

The suspect is described as an unknown black male, 5'10 - 6'02, medium build, last seen wearing gray sweatpants, and either a white or black shirt. Surveillance video and images are not yet available.

Delaware State Police Troop 4 continues to investigate this robbery. Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to contact Det. D. Hickman by calling (302) 752-3856. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or have lost a loved one to a sudden death and need assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at [email protected].

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