Incident Number: 50-26-4460
Date/Time: Monday, February 9th, 2026 at 9:37 p.m.
Location: 400 Block of East Water 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 robbery that occurred on East Water Street late Monday night. The investigation began when Dover Police were notified of a robbery that occurred in Capital Green. Officers made contact with the victim, who was no longer at the scene of the incident. The ensuing investigation revealed the victim was at a party in the 400 Block of East Water Street when he was approached by two black males who displayed a handgun. The suspects demanded the victim give them property and he complied. The victim then left the residence.
There are no leads to release at this time.
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.