Attention Rutgers Community:
The Rutgers University Police Department is investigating an aggravated assault which occurred on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at approximately 01:50 AM on Senior Street near the intersection with Sicard Street in New Brunswick. In this incident, the victim, a Rutgers University student, reported that while walking on Senior Street he was approached by an unknown individual who struck him in the face without provocation. The victim sustained non-life threatening injuries and was treated at a local hospital.
The perpetrator of this incident is described as a black male approximately 6'2", 20 years old, thin built, wearing a brown reddish short sleeve t-shirt and tan pants.
Anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, is asked to please contact the Rutgers Police Department at (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;
- Walk in groups when possible and
- Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
For more crime prevention information please visit the Rutgers Public Safety website at http://publicsafety.rutgers.edu.
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Authority:
Chief Kenneth Cop
May 3, 2014
