Attention Rutgers Community:
The New Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) is investigating an aggravated assault and a robbery which are reported to have occurred in the city of New Brunswick.
The first incident occurred on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at approximately 2:00 AM on Wyckoff Street in the area of Bartlett Street.
In this incident the victim, who is not affiliated with Rutgers University, reported that following a verbal altercation with a group of male perpetrators, he was assaulted and subsequently transported to a local hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
The second incident occurred on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at approximately 2:55 AM on Easton Avenue between Prosper and Bristol Streets.
In this incident the victim, who is not affiliated with Rutgers University, reported that she was approached by 4 to 5 male perpetrators who shoved her and removed an item of value prior to fleeing the area. The victim sustained a minor injury and refused further medical attention on scene.
The descriptions of the perpetrators for both incidents are limited at this time.
The New Brunswick Police Department asks that anyone with information, or who may have been in the area at the time, contact the NBPD 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, contact the police communications center at 732-932-7211.
For more crime prevention information please visit the Rutgers Public Safety website at https://ipo.rutgers.edu/publicsafety/nb-crime-tips
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Authority:
Chief Kenneth Cop
September 16, 2019
