Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) is currently investigating a shooting which is reported to have occurred on June 5, 2016 at approximately 12:13 AM on Harvey Street between Somerset and French Streets.
In this incident the victim, who is not affiliated with Rutgers University, reported that while standing in front of his residence a passenger exited from a nearby vehicle and fired a handgun at him. The vehicle then fled the area towards Somerset Street. The victim was shot once and was transported to a local hospital where he was treated for a non-life threatening injury. The investigation revealed that the shooting was a targeted act of violence.
The vehicle is described as a gold Nissan and was occupied by four males. The 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:
• Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement;
• Remaining alert and aware of the people and circumstances around you;
• Avoid isolated or dark areas;
• Walking in groups when traveling during late night hours.
The Rutgers University Police Department provides escorts to students, faculty, and staff upon request. The escorts provide our community with personalized service to their vehicles, campus residence, or the University's mass transit system. In order to request a security escort we ask that an individual contact the police communications center at 732-932-7211.
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
June 9, 2016
