Police: Dover resident startles burglary suspect, one sought

Dover Police Department say they are investigating a burglary at a home, that was interrupted, when the victim returned home, and unexpectedly found someone inside.

Police say on Tuesday around 1 PM, an unknown suspect entered the home on Village Drive, through an unlocked front door. Once inside, reports say the suspect used a backpack from inside the house to steal a Playstation 4, along with a game.

While the suspect was inside the home, Police say the resident returned home, starting the burglar, who then fled out the back door with the victim’s items.

The suspect is reportedly described as a man, standing 5’9″ tall, weighing 180 pounds, with a short haircut. He was last seen wearing a yellow windbreaker style jacket, and black pants.

The investigation is reportedly on-going at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at 302-736-7111 or tips can be submitted to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.