Attention Rutgers Community:
The Rutgers University Police Department issued an off-campus crime alert on July 19, 2016, detailing a robbery which was reported to have occurred on July 18, 2016 at approximately 10:27 PM in the area of Hamilton Street and Division Street. The New Brunswick Police Department has announced that three suspects have been arrested and charged in connection to this robbery.
Dauri Cabrera, a 19 year old male from New Brunswick was charged with Armed Robbery, Conspiracy to Commit Robbery, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (Knife), and Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose.
Michael Yensi, a 21 year old male from New Brunswick was charged with Armed Robbery and Conspiracy to Commit Robbery.
Vincent Paley, a 21 year old male from Old Bridge was charged with Armed Robbery and Conspiracy to Commit Robbery.
The New Brunswick Police Department and the Rutgers University Police Department continue to work together to investigate and patrol student-populated areas in which these recent robberies have occurred.
The Rutgers University Police Department reminds you that you can reduce your chances of being a crime victim by taking reasonable precautions, including:
- Walking in groups when traveling during late night hours;
-Remain alert and aware of people and circumstances around you;
- Avoid isolated or dark areas;
- Immediately report suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
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
July 26, 2016
