Newark – The Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a Newark area Shell gas station that took place early yesterday morning, according to Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin.
Austin said the incident occurred at approximately 1:09 a.m., Thursday, May 9, 2019, at the Shell gas station, located at 380 E. Chestnut Hill Rd., Newark. A male suspect confronted an employee at the sales counter and produced a note announcing a robbery. The suspect then grasped his waistband, implying that he had a weapon, and stated to the employee that he would shoot him if he didn’t open the register, Austin said. The employee complied with the demand and opened the register at which time the suspect removed an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing on foot, eastbound on E. Chestnut Hill Rd.
The suspect was described as a black male, 5’8” tall, stocky build, wearing a light-colored sweatshirt, dark pants, and a dark hat.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8566/
