Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick City Police Department is investigating a robbery which was reported to have occurred on Saturday, November 1, 2014 at approximately 7:46 PM. This incident occurred, off-campus, on Sicard Street near the intersection with Richardson Street. In this incident the victim, who is not affiliated with the University, reported being approached by four males adjacent to a private residence on Delafield Street and proceeded to walk with them towards Richardson Street in an attempt to complete a narcotics transaction. While walking on Richardson Street towards Sicard Street one of the individuals displayed a handgun while two others assaulted him and then removed items of value from his possession. The perpetrators then fled on foot towards College Avenue. The victim did not sustain any injuries and did not seek medical attention.
Perpetrator #1 is described as a black male, early 20’s, short dreadlock style hair, wearing a blue zip-up hoodie with a red outer vest.
Perpetrator #2 is described as a black male, early 20’s, dreadlock style hair, wearing a tan Carhartt jacket.
Perpetrator #3 is described as a black male, early 20’s, short dreadlocks, wearing a black Nike zip-up hoodie (white zipper with white “Nike” logo on left chest) along with black pants.
Description of perpetrator #4 is limited at this time.
Anyone with information or who may have been in the area at the time is asked to contact the New Brunswick Police Department Detective Bureau at 732-745-5218 or the Rutgers Police Department Investigations Unit at 848-932-8025 or 732-932-7211.
The Rutgers University Police Department reminds you that you can reduce your chances of being a crime victim by taking reasonable precautions, including:
- Remain alert and aware of people and circumstances around you;
- Avoid isolated or dark areas and
- Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
For more crime prevention information please visit the Rutgers Public Safety website at http://rupd.rutgers.edu/crimetips.shtml.
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Authority:
Chief Kenneth Cop
November 1, 2014
