CLAYMONT, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating an alleged armed robbery that occurred Thursday evening in the parking lot of a Food Lion in Claymont.
Authorities say the incident happened on August 28, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m. when troopers responded to the Food Lion located at 3609 Philadelphia Pike following reports of a robbery.
According to the preliminary investigation, the victim had arranged to meet an unknown man to complete a transaction through Facebook Marketplace. Police say the suspect tried on a watch during the exchange, then returned to his vehicle and allegedly displayed a handgun before fleeing the scene in a black SUV. The victim was not injured.
Suspect Description
- Light-skinned Black male
- Believed to be in his late 20s to early 30s
- Surveillance video and images are not available at this time
Detectives from the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigations Unit continue to investigate the incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective D. Armstrong at 302-365-8440 or provide tips anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Authorities remind the public that all suspects, arrestees, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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