Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) is investigating an aggravated assault which was reported to have occurred on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at approximately 2:02 AM inside a private residence located on Guilden Street between Bristol and Courtland Streets.
In this incident, the victim, who is affiliated with Rutgers University, reported that he was struck in the face while attempting to break up a physical altercation which occurred during a party inside of the residence. The victim was treated for a non-life threatening injury at a local hospital.
The perpetrator is described as a black male in his early 20s, approximately 5’7” in height with a muscular build and curly hair and wearing a grey tank top and light colored pants.
The New Brunswick Police Department asks that anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, to 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 reporting 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
February 13, 2017
