Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department is investigating an aggravated assault which was reported to have occurred on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at approximately 4:30 AM. This incident occurred on Morrell Street between Wyckoff and Sicard Streets.
In this incident the victim, who is affiliated with Rutgers University, was approached by three males following a verbal altercation which took place during a party at an off campus residence. One of the perpetrators stabbed the victim who sustained non-life threatening injuries. The perpetrators then fled the area in an unknown direction. The victim then proceeded to a nearby off campus residence and was then transported to a local area hospital for treatment.
Descriptions of the perpetrators are limited at this time.
The New Brunswick Police Department asks that anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, to contact the New Brunswick Police Department Detective Bureau at 732-745-5217.
The Rutgers University Police Department reminds you that you can reduce your chances of being a crime victim by taking reasonable precautions, including:
Remaining alert and aware of the people and circumstances around you;
Avoid isolated or dark areas;
Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement; and
Walking in groups when traveling during late night hours.
For more crime prevention information please visit the Rutgers Public Safety website at http://rupd.rutgers.edu/crimetips.shtml.
Follow the Rutgers Police Department on Nixle for regular updates on issues impacting your community at http://local.nixle.com/rutgers-police-department/.
Authority:
Chief Kenneth Cop
February 14, 2015
