Suspects at large after Dover robbery

DOVER — Investigation continues into a reported armed  robbery that occurred on North Farm Drive in Dover Wednesday, Dec. 30.

A press release from the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office stated it received the call via Dutchess County 911 from a male saying he was robbed at gunpoint by two male suspects. It was reported that both suspects then fled the area on foot after assaulting the victim and attempting to steal property from him.

Upon arrival deputies located the firearm suspected of being used in the robbery, and conducted a search of the area for the suspects using a sheriff’s office K-9 Unit. The sheriff’s office was assisted by the New York State Police, and the investigation is continuing by the Sheriff’s Office Detective Division. The suspects have not been located at this time. The victim, whose name was withheld, suffered minor injuries to his face as a result of being assaulted (“pistol whipped� according to the sheriff’s office) during the robbery.

Despite a press release stating both suspects wore masks during the robbery, they were described as follows:

Suspect one is a white male of thin build who is approximately 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall. Suspect two is a darker skinned male also of thin build and the same approximate height. The press release was accompanied by a composite drawing of the suspects, which has been reprinted here. Detectives working on the case couldn’t be reached in time for comment, but it was confirmed that there have been no updates to the case.

Anyone with more information on the case should contact the sheriff’s office at 845-486-3800.

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