Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) is investigating an armed robbery, which was reported to have occurred on Saturday October 17th, 2015 at approximately 11:55 PM in the area of Somerset Street and Maple Street.
In this incident the victim, who is unaffiliated with Rutgers University, reported that she was approached by the perpetrator who brandished a small knife and then snatched the victim’s purse from her hand. The perpetrator then fled the area on foot heading east on Somerset Street. The victim was not physically injured as a result of this incident.
Description of the perpetrator is 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:
• Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement;
• Remaining alert and aware of the people and circumstances around you;
• Avoid isolated or dark areas; and
• Walking in groups when traveling during late night hours.
For more crime prevention information please visit the Rutgers Public Safety website athttp://rupd.rutgers.edu/crimetips.shtml.
Follow the Rutgers Police Department on Nixle for regular updates on issues impacting your community athttp://local.nixle.com/rutgers-police-department/.
Authority:
Chief Kenneth Cop
October 18th, 2015
