Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department is investigating a robbery which was reported to have occurred on Monday, February 2, 2015 at approximately 11:10 PM. This incident occurred off-campus on Morrell Street between Ray and Bartlett Streets in New Brunswick.
In this incident the victims, who are affiliated with the University, allowed two individuals into their off-campus house for a prearranged meeting. Upon being allowed into the residence the perpetrators displayed a firearm before removing items of value and leaving the area. The victims were not physically injured during this incident.
The perpetrators are described as one light skinned black male in his early twenties wearing a blue hat, burgundy coat, and a tan back-pack and one dark skinned black male wearing a green trench coat, white hat, and tank top with tattoos across his chest.
The New Brunswick Police Department is actively investigating this incident and asks that anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, 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 3, 2015
