Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery at knifepoint at Shawnee Country Store that occurred on September 14.
According to police, two employees and a customer were in the store when a suspect jumped over the counter and displayed a knife. He demanded the employee open the cash register, then removed an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing the scene. No one was physically injured during the incident.
The suspect was described as a black man wearing dark-colored clothing. Detectives are working with other agencies to determine if this incident is related to others in the area.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective J. O’Neill at 302-752-3810. Information can also be sent via private Facebook message or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333. Tips can remain anonymous.
