DSP Investigating Second Knife-Point Robbery in Milford

MILFORD, Del. – Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred Friday evening at the Valero Shore Stop in Milford.

At approximately 8:00 p.m. on Sept. 19, troopers responded to the gas station following reports of a robbery. A preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown suspect entered the business, brandished a knife, and demanded that the clerk open the cash registers. The suspect stole an undisclosed amount of money and cigars before fleeing the scene. No one was physically injured during the incident.

The suspect is described as a black male wearing dark clothing.

This incident follows a separate knife-point robbery that occurred on Sept. 15 in Milford at the Shawnee Country Store.

The Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Anyone who witnessed the robbery or has relevant information is asked to contact Detective J. Sydnor at (302) 698-8540. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.