NEWARK, Del. – A Ridley Park man was arrested over the weekend after breaking into a home in New Castle County, police said.
What we know:
Investigators say 35-year-old Michael Klingenfmith got into an altercation with another individual outside a residence in the community of Robscott Manor on Saturday.
Upon investigation, police discovered that Klingenfmith had been in a dispute with another individual at a local bar, leading him to confront the individual at their home.
Klingenfmith allegedly broke into a rear window of the residence and entered the home.
After encountering the homeowner, police say Klingenfmith realized he had entered the wrong house.
Police say he then left and found the intended individual at a neighboring residence.
He confronted the individual, leading to an altercation taking place in the front yard around 1:39 a.m. where officers detained both individuals.
What’s next:
Klingenfmith was charged with one felony count of Burglary in the Second Degree and one misdemeanor count of Criminal Mischief over $1,000.
He was arraigned and released after posting $5,500 bail.
What we don’t know:
The condition of the other individual involved in the altercation is unclear.
The Source: New Castle County Police Department
