Attention Rutgers Community:
The Rutgers University Police Department issued a crime alert on September 23, 2016, detailing an aggravated assault which was reported to have occurred on September 23, 2016 at approximately 4:50 PM in Lot 103 which is located at 61 Road 3, Piscataway, New Jersey. Two suspects, unaffiliated with Rutgers but connected to the altercation in the lot have been arrested and charged by the Rutgers University Police Department.
Josaih C. Agbo, a 22 year old male from Bloomfield was charged with Simple Assault, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose.
Malcolm V. Webb, a 22 year old male from Newark was charged with Simple Assault.
The Rutgers University Police Department and the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office continue to actively investigate this incident and ask that anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, 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:
• 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
September 24, 2016
