Newark Police responded to a report of an armed robbery in the 100 block of Thorn Lane at approximately 12:35 a.m., Sunday, April 22.

Two victims, a 19-year-old male and a 29-year-old male, were standing in front of the entrance to an apartment building. They said an unknown man approached them wearing a dark mask covering his face, while pointing a handgun at them demanding money. The unknown suspect fled on foot with one of the victim’s cell phones. 

The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 6 feet tall, with a thin build, wearing a dark jacket, light colored pants and a dark mask.

Anyone with additional information on this incident is asked to contact Detective Anderson at WAnderson@newark.de.us or 302-366-7100 ext. 3469. Anonymous tips can be texted to 302NPD, with the message to TIP411. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or at www.tipsubmit.com, where a reward may be available.

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