Attention Rutgers Community:
The Rutgers Police Department is investigating a robbery which was reported to have occurred on George Street between Huntington Street and Bishop Place on the College Avenue Campus. This incident was reported to have occurred at approximately 11:55 PM on Saturday, October 31, 2015.
In this incident, the victim, an affiliated student, reported being approached by a male who displayed a sharp object and demanded the contents of the victim’s wallet.
The victim was not physically injured during this incident and the perpetrator fled the area in an unknown direction.
The perpetrator is described as a white male , approximately 22 – 23 years old, with blonde hair, approximately 6’ 2” tall, wearing a collared grey sweater and black pants.
The Rutgers 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 Rutgers Police Department’s Detective Bureau at 848-932-8025.
The Rutgers University Police Department reminds you that you can reduce your chances of being a crime victim by taking reasonable precautions, including:
- Walking in groups when traveling during late night hours;
- Remain alert and aware of people and circumstances around you;
- Secure points of entry to buildings and all work spaces when not in use;
- Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
For more crime prevention information please visit the Rutgers Public Safety website at http://rupd.rutgers.edu/crimetips.shtml.
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Authority:
Chief Kenneth Cop
November 1, 2015
