Members of the Rutgers Community:
Earlier this evening, the Rutgers Police Department responded to a report of an aggravated assault which was reported to have occurred in the area of the Mettler Residence Hall on the College Avenue Campus. Rutgers Police Officers quickly responded and upon their arrival found two victims who have both been transported to a local area hospital and are currently receiving treatment.
The perpetrator of this assault has been taken into custody by the Rutgers Police Department.
The Rutgers University Police Department is actively investigating this incident and asks that anyone with information or why may have been in the area at the time, contact the Rutgers Police Department’s Detective Bureau at 848-932-8025.
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;
- 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.
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
October 30, 2015
