Knife-Wielding Robber Nabbed After Beer Heist

Wilmington police apprehended a suspect on June 10 in connection with an armed robbery at the Scotchman Store on South Kerr Avenue. The incident occurred shortly before 12:30 p.m. when the suspect entered the store, brandished a knife, and stole two cans of beer. The suspect then fled the scene on foot.

While officers were investigating the robbery, the suspect was spotted and taken into custody. During the arrest process, the suspect resisted and assaulted law enforcement personnel, causing minor injuries. Investigators are treating this as an isolated incident, believing the suspect acted alone. There is currently no threat to the public. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.