Dover Police Investigate Robbery

Incident Number:  50-26-5917

Date/Time: Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 at 1:21 a.m.

Location: Unit Block of Ironwood Court, 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 early Sunday morning. The investigation began when Dover Police contacted the victim in the parking lot of Wawa, 2800 North DuPont Highway Dover, DE. The ensuing investigation revealed that the victim was at a residence in the unit block of Ironwood Court when he was approached by four black males who were armed with handguns. The suspects demanded the victim turn over his property, and he complied. The suspects fled and stole his vehicle as well. The vehicle has since been recovered and 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.