Wilmington, Delaware – A 13-year-old male has been arrested by Wilmington police in connection with a reported robbery that occurred Tuesday evening in a residential neighborhood of the city. Authorities say the incident prompted a swift response and follow-up investigation that led to the juvenile’s arrest the following day.
Incident Overview
The alleged robbery took place on Tuesday, January 20, in the 100 block of Burton Place, a quiet residential area in Wilmington. Police say the incident was reported shortly after it occurred, allowing officers to respond while details were still fresh.
According to investigators, the victim was approached during the evening hours and reported being robbed. No serious injuries were reported, but the encounter led to criminal charges after police identified a suspect.
Timeline of Events
Officers assigned to the Special Operations Division were dispatched to the scene at approximately 7:40 p.m. following a robbery call. Upon arrival, an officer made contact with the victim and gathered a detailed description of the suspect.
Through investigative work conducted that evening and into the next day, police were able to narrow down a suspect believed to be involved in the incident…