Man arrested after allegedly threatening medical office employee with handgun

Sunday, March 22, 2026
NEWARK, Del. (WPVI) -- A man is in custody after allegedly threatening a medical office employee in Newark, Delaware.

Police arrested 73-year-old Teddy Torres on Thursday afternoon.

Authorities say he approached the office over a billing dispute, then revealed a handgun and threatened to take the employee hostage.

Police say Torres held a concealed carry permit.
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