Robbery on South College Avenue

On July 12, 2020, at about 1840 hours, Newark Police responded to the parking lot of the Red Roof Inn, 1119 South College Avenue, for a report of a male suffering from facial injuries.  Arriving officers contacted a male victim suffering from injuries to his face and arm.

The victim reported that he had been staying at the hotel and was assaulted and robbed by unknown suspects.  The suspects removed personal property from the victim and fled the hotel.  The victim was unable to provide any description of the suspects involved.  There are no reports of weapon involvement.

The victim was treated at the scene and transported to an area hospital for treatment of his injuries, which are non life-threatening.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Det. W. Anderson at (302) 366-7100 x. 3469 or wanderson@newark.de.us.  Additional methods for providing information to Newark Police can be found on our tips page, where reward information may also be available.