Burglary at NAPA Auto
Incident Number: 50-23-12516
Date/Time: Sunday, April 23, 2023 at 1:30 a.m.
Location: Napa Auto Parts, 29 South West Street Dover, DE
Contact: Dover Police Department Public Information Officer
Master Corporal Ryan Schmid Email: Ryan.Schmid@cj.state.de.us
Narrative: The Dover Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred early Sunday morning at Napa Auto Parts. The investigation began at approximately 1:30 a.m. Sunday, when Dover Police received a call for a burglary alarm at the business. Officers responded and the ensuing investigation revealed that the suspect entered the building by damaging a window. Once inside, the suspect removed an undisclosed amount of money and left the store prior to officer’s arrival. The suspect is described as a male wearing dark clothing.
This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Dover Police Department at (302) 736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com ; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest.
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