Lewes man arrested on burglary charges

LEWES, Del. – Delaware State Police arrested a Lewes man last weekend on burglary and other related charges.

We’re told that on Sunday, police responded to a residence in the unit block of Plymouth Court, Rolling Meadows, for a reported burglary. It was learned that while a 62-year-old resident was away on a trip, someone had entered her residence and stole several pieces of jewelry and cash.

Further investigation revealed that the suspect, 34-year-old Matthew Long, was an acquaintance of the victim’s. Long reportedly entered through an unlocked rear door and stole approximately $7,000 worth of jewelry and cash before leaving the residence.

On Wednesday, troopers responded to Long’s residence in the 22000 block of John J. Williams Highway in Lewes. Long was inside the house when police arrived, however he refused to answer the door. When troopers got inside, a struggle ensued and Long continued to resist arrest.

He was eventually taken into custody and charged with second degree burglary, felony theft, resisting arrest with force or violence. He was later released on $9,000 unsecured bond.