Newark hotel robbed at gunpoint

Red Roof Inn and Suites, 1119 S. College Ave., Newark
Red Roof Inn and Suites, 1119 S. College Ave., Newark

NEWARK, DELAWARE (4/9/2016) A man robbed a Newark hotel at gunpoint, city police said Friday.

The robbery happened about 6:30 a.m. at the Red Roof Inn & Suites, 1119 S. College Ave.

The man demanded cash, then jumped over the counter and took money from the register.

He was described as black, about 25 years old, 5-feet-7 to 5-feet-10 and with thin build.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Daniel Bystricky at 302-366-7100, ext. 3136, or Daniel.Bystricky@cj.state.de.us.

Tips also may be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers, which offers rewards, at 800-847-3333 or www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.