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campus crime alert

 


Incident:

On New Year's Day, two AU students were robbed in front of Hollywood Video, located next to the Tenley Metro stop. The robber displayed a gray and silver pistol, but did not point it at the victims. He was waiting inside the bus shelter and approached the victims when they sat down.

Description of Suspect:

Black male, 18-20 years, 5’10-11”, 170 pounds, wearing a blue ski parka with a fur collar and jeans.The suspect pulled a ski mask over his face.


If you have any information relating to this incident, or witness suspicious activity, please contact University Police at x3636.
Safety Tips
ALWAYS GIVE YOUR MONEY TO AN ARMED ROBBER!!!
Your money can be replaced - you can not be replaced!
REMAIN CALM AND COMPLY WITH THE ROBBER'S REQUEST FOR YOUR VALUABLES.
A robber is just as anxious to leave as you are and cooperating will speed him along.

 

 
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