Newark Police forum to answer questions on arrest of ice arena co-owner

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The Newark Police Department has scheduled a community forum to discuss the arrest of Scott J. Bicking. The co-owner of The Pond ice arena   was arrested on September 6th for inappropriate physical contact with two juveniles at the arena.

Recognizing that  the  investigation may leave families with questions concerning Bicking’s arrest, the Newark Police decided to host the event to address questions and concerns. The forum will take place on Tuesday, September 10th, 2013 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.  at the Newark High School Auditorium.

Representatives from the Newark Police Department, state Department of Justice, the Child Advocacy Center of Delaware, and the Delaware Ducks ice hockey organization will be on hand to field questions. Professionals will offer tools and techniques on how to speak to children about this incident. Additionally, victim service providers will be available to provide crisis counseling, and resource referral.

Anyone with additional information on this incident is asked to  contact the Newark Police Department Criminal Division at (302) 366-7110 ext. 462. You can send an anonymous text message tip by texting 302NPD and your message to TIP411. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.tipsubmit.com. A reward may be available.