Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred on Monday, March 17, 2014 at approximately 7:15 PM:
In this incident, the victim, an affiliated female, reported that she was walking on Livingston Avenue in the area of Handy Street when she was approached from behind by an unknown assailant. She stated the individual grabbed her from behind and threw her to the ground and demanded her cellular phone. The victim stated she handed her cell phone to the individual who then assaulted her by striking her in the face with a closed hand. The victim was treated at a local hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
The assailant is described as a young black male with shoulder length dreads wearing baggie jeans and a heavy zip-up dark colored jacket. He was also reportedly wearing a multi-colored checkered scarf.
Anyone with information or who may have been in the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact the New Brunswick Police Department Detective Bureau at 732-745-5218.
The Rutgers University Police Department reminds you that you can reduce your chances of being a victim of a crime by taking reasonable precautions:
- Remain alert and aware of people and circumstances around you.
- Walk in groups when possible.
- Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
For more crime prevention information visit the Rutgers Public Safety website at http://publicsafety.rutgers.edu
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Authority:
Chief Kenneth Cop
March 18, 2014
