Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) is investigating two robberies which were reported to have occurred off-campus in the city of New Brunswick.
The first incident occurred on Sunday, February 22, 2015 at approximately 10:00 PM on Hamilton Street between High Street and Division Street.
In this incident the victim, who is not affiliated with the University, reported that following a knock at her residence, she opened the front door to 3 male perpetrators that demanded items of value while displaying a handgun. The perpetrators removed valuables from the home and then fled the area in an unknown direction. The victim was not physically injured during this incident. NBPD located marijuana on scene and the victim alleged that her house was targeted because her roommates were dealing marijuana from the residence. Two of the residents were charged with drug offenses in connection to this incident.
The second incident occurred on Monday, February 23, 2015 at approximately 4:24 PM at a convenience store located on Hamilton Street between High Street and Division Street.
In this incident the victim, who is not affiliated with the University, reported that two male perpetrators entered the store and displayed a handgun while demanding items of value. The victim was not physically injured and the perpetrators removed cash from the register and fled the area toward High Street.
The descriptions of the perpetrators for both incidents are limited at this time.
The New Brunswick Police Department asks that anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, to 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 23, 2015
