Claymont Man Arrested for Attempted Vehicle Break-Ins

A 35-year-old man from Claymont, Delaware, was arrested early on October 24, 2025, after police responded to reports of suspicious activity at the Naamans Apartments. The New Castle County Division of Police received a call at approximately 2:08 a.m. about an individual attempting to open car doors within the apartment complex.

Upon arrival, officers quickly located the suspect, later identified as Terrence Freeman. According to police reports, Freeman was seen going from vehicle to vehicle, trying door handles in an apparent attempt to enter parked cars. Following an investigation, he was taken into custody and charged with four counts of attempted third-degree burglary and one count of loitering.

Freeman was subsequently arraigned before Justice of the Peace Court 2. He was held on a secured bail of $6,000. Authorities confirmed that there were no reports of property damage or stolen items related to this incident.

As is standard procedure, all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The police have not released any further details regarding Freeman’s background or potential motives for his actions.

This incident serves as a reminder for residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior in their communities. For ongoing updates on local news in Chester County and its surroundings, residents are encouraged to follow local news outlets.