Campus alert

UAPD is currently investigating a report that was received at approximately 3:45 pm, on October 21, 2009, of a student who was robbed on October 20th, 2009, at approximately 10:30 pm by two males in the 1400 block of East 2nd Street. The suspects are described as Hispanic male, 5’8” tall wearing a grey shirt and jeans displaying a knife. The second suspect is described as wearing a white t-shirt, jeans and displayed a gun in his belt.

Investigation is ongoing and updates will be provided as warranted.

The UAPD would like to take this opportunity to stress the importance of personal safety while on the University of Arizona campus or in surrounding areas, especially when utilizing ATMs. The UAPD encourages you to utilize good safety practices when out in public. Listed below are several safety tips that you should keep in mind, and remember to report any suspicious persons or activity that you may see by dialing 9-1-1.

ROBBERY SAFETY AND RESPONSE

HOW TO VIEW A ROBBER. A robber is a bundle of nerves and that is what makes them dangerous. They may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. You do not know what the robber is capable of doing or how far they are willing to go to get what they want. DO NOT BE A HERO!

REMAIN CALM and take no action that would jeopardize your safety. If a weapon is implied, believe it exists. Cooperate with the robber and give them what they want. Personal property is replaceable, your life is not.

EXPLAIN YOUR MOVEMENTS to the robber. If you must reach into a pocket or purse, let the robber know you are going to do so before you proceed. A robber will be extremely tense and any unexplained movement might agitate them further.

GATHER INFORMATION about the robber over the course of the robbery. Note hair color and length, eye color, height, weight, tattoos, piercings, scars and a detailed clothing description. If a weapon is used, note what type and any distinguishing characteristics it might possess.

AFTER THE ROBBERY, go to a safe place and contact police immediately by dialing 9-1-1. Provide your suspect description, a good direction of travel for the suspect and information concerning any weapons seen or implied by the suspect. If you can identify the suspect, let responding officers know when they arrive at your location.