Delaware State Police are currently investigating a robbery that took place at Tacos Chabelita in Laurel, as reported by the Delaware State Police website. The incident occurred late last night, at around 10:22 p.m., when an unidentified suspect reportedly assaulted employees, damaged property, and took off with cash.
According to the law enforcement's initial findings, the suspect, described as a black male of medium build and between 5'10" – 6'2" tall, entered the restaurant and proceeded to violently remove money that was placed on a table. The assailant did not only steal but also shattered windows, battered a vehicle in the parking area, and used a hammer to assault another individual. Despite immediate efforts to search the vicinity, the police were unable to locate the suspect just following the crime. The victims, fortunately, sustained only minor injuries.
As of now, there are no surveillance videos or images available to the public. However, Delaware State Police Troop 4 is diligently working on the case and has urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Det. D. Hickman can be contacted directly at (302) 752-3856 for any leads. People can also anonymously provide tips by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
The Delaware State Police have made it clear that they are dedicated to offering support and resources to those affected by crime. In the wake of this robbery, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is ready to help victims or witnesses with 24-hour assistance. They can be reached via a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or through email at [email protected] for those who may be needing to utilize such services.
