DSP investigate armed robbery in Rehoboth Beach

A 32-year-old man was robbed at gun-point in Rehoboth Beach, according to Delaware State Police.

Police say the incident happened near the 35000 block of Airport Road on Saturday around 10:25 a.m., when the victim was reportedly walking to an area bus stop. According to authorities, he was grabbed from behind by a male suspect before being approached by another male suspect who was apparently armed with a gun.

Investigators say at this time, it is unclear what the exact make and model of the gun was.

According to police reports, the suspects went through the victim’s pockets and stole an undisclosed amount of money.

We’re told the armed suspect then fled on foot in an unknown direction as the second suspect fled in a white Ford Explorer.

The victim was not injured.

Police describe both suspects were identified as black males, between 5’07″and 5’09” tall, and weighing between 150 190 pounds. They say there is no further physical or clothing description available for either suspect.

Anyone with information is urged to call the Major Crimes Unit at Troop 4 at 302-856-5850. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, via the internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by sending an anonymous tip by text to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword “DSP.”