DSP Looking for Suspect in Smyrna Home Invasion

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Delaware State Police are looking for a suspect involved in a home invasion Tuesday night in Smyrna. Preliminary investigation shows 33 year old Steven Mauthe of Smyrna entered the Ivy Ridge Court residence just after 8:30 – the homeowner and a 76 year old man were inside – both are acquaintances of Mauthe.  Mauthe got into an argument with the 76 year old victim whom Mauthe punched in the face several times. Mauthe left – but returned minutes later and repeatedly punched the victim in the face – then left in an unknown direction.

The victim was treated at an area hospital – the homeowner was not injured.

Police continue to investigate and ask anyone who knows Mauthe’s whereabouts to contact Cpl Mongiello at Troop 9 at 302-378-5749 or Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.