Newark– Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of Walgreens, according to Public Information Officer, Sergeant India Sturgis.
Sturgis said on June 20th, 2022, at approximately 4 p.m., troopers responded to Walgreens at 500 Plaza Drive in Newark. The investigation revealed that the suspect entered Walgreens and demanded the employee give him money from both front registers. The employee provided the suspect with money, and then the suspect fled outside toward the north side of the building.
Sources tell FSU that the suspect was armed during this incident, however, State Police did not provide those details.
Delaware State Police Troop 2 is actively investigating this incident. Anyone with information regarding this case can contact Detective B. Harris by calling (302) 365-8410. Information may also be provided by sending a Private Facebook Message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com.