Attention Rutgers Community:
The Rutgers University Police Department is investigating a burglary which occurred at the Bishop House, located at 115 College Avenue in New Brunswick, between the hours of 6:45 PM on July 21, 2015 and 8:30 AM on July 22, 2015.
In this incident, the perpetrator(s) gained entry to the building through an unsecured window and entered a locked office by way of force to remove items of value. The building was unoccupied at the time of this incident.
The Rutgers University Police Department asks that anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, to contact the Rutgers Police Department 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:
- Secure points of entry to buildings and all work spaces when not in use;
- Remain alert and aware of people and circumstances around you;
- Do not prop open exterior doors;
- 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
July 22, 2015
