Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department is investigating a burglary which was reported to have occurred on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at approximately 10:16 PM. This incident occurred off-campus on Courtland Street between Guilden and Delafield Streets in New Brunswick.
In this incident the victims, who are affiliated with the University, were inside a residence when three perpetrators entered through an unsecured door. Upon entering the residence handguns were displayed and a demand for marijuana was made by the perpetrators. The perpetrators then fled the area with items of value. The victims were not physically injured during this incident. Responding police units reported discovering signs of drug usage inside the residence.
The perpetrators are described as three dark skinned black males, approximately 6’0”, in their early twenties and wearing dark clothing. Two of the perpetrators were wearing scarves and one was wearing a mask. They fled the area in an unknown direction.
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 4, 2015
