Attention Rutgers Community:
The Rutgers University Police Department issued an off campus crime alert on September 10, 2017 detailing an aggravated assault which was reported to have occurred on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at approximately 12:43 AM on Delafield Street between Courtland and Bristol Streets. The New Brunswick Police Department has announced that a suspect was arrested and charged in connection to this aggravated assault.
Robert Mannifield, a 20 year old male from North Brunswick has been charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose.
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:
• Immediately reporting suspicious activity to local law enforcement;
• Remaining alert and aware of the people and circumstances around you;
• Avoid isolated or dark areas;
• Walking in groups when traveling during late night hours
The Rutgers University Police Department provides escorts to students, faculty, and staff upon request. The escorts provide our community with personalized service to their vehicles, campus residence, or the University's mass transit system. In order to request a security escort we ask that an individual contact the police communications center at 732-932-7211.
For more crime prevention information please visit the Rutgers Public Safety website at http://rupd.rutgers.edu/crimetips.php
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
September 14, 2017
