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Man Sought In Robbery Of Delaware Blockbuster Video

NEWARK, Del. (CBS) - Investigators in Delaware are searching for a suspect who robbed a video store late Tuesday evening.

The incident happened at about 9:25 p.m. at the Blockbuster Video located at 260 College Square in the College Square Shopping Center in Newark.

According to police, the suspect entered the store and displayed a small silver metal rod in a threatening manner. He then demanded cash from a store employee.

After receiving the cash, he exited the store and fled in an older-model dark grey four-door vehicle.

The suspect is described as a 50-60 year-old white male, 5'4" to 5'6" with a medium build, green eyes and a goatee. He was wearing a black winter hat, green jacket, blue jeans and black gloves.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Cpl. Dan Marsilii at 302-366-7110 ext. 454 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.

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