Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department is investigating a shooting which was reported to have occurred on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at approximately 10:20 PM. This incident occurred off-campus in the area of Mason and Pine Streets in New Brunswick.
In this incident the victim, who is not affiliated with the University, sustained an injury from gunfire and was transported to a local area hospital for treatment.
Descriptions of the perpetrators are limited at this time.
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
March 22, 2015
