Man shot by Houston officer after robbing Family Dollar still hospitalized, was wielding machete when shot

Armed Robbery At Family Dollar Under Investigation

Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred Saturday afternoon at a Family Dollar store located in Wilmington. At approximately 3:15 p.m. on May 17, 2025, troopers were dispatched to the Family Dollar at 1311 East Newport Gap Pike following a report of a robbery. According to the initial investigation, a male suspect entered the store, selected merchandise, and approached the front counter. He then displayed a handgun and dem…

Man shot by Houston officer after robbing Family Dollar still hospitalized, was wielding machete when shot

The 33-year-old suspect who was shot by a Houston police officer last Friday following a robbery call at a Family Dollar remains hospitalized.