10/27/2003 VUPD# 03-040818, MNPD# 03-475062

It was reported to VUPD that an armed robbery occurred on October 26 at approximately 2:20 a.m. in Lot #17, located by Carmichael Towers East. The victim, a student, reported that while walking through the lot two male subjects approached him from behind and asked for money. One suspect placed a handgun at the victim's side. The victim handed the suspect his money. The suspects were last seen running down 24th Ave S towards West End Ave. The victim was not injured during this incident.

Suspect Descriptions:
Suspect #1--- Male Black, 6'0". The suspect was last seen wearing all black clothing with a hooded sweatshirt which was pulled over his head. The suspect also had a black cloth covering most of his face.
Suspect #2--- Male Black, 6'0". The suspect was last seen wearing all black clothing with a hooded sweatshirt which was pulled over his head. The suspect also had a blue cloth covering most of his face

IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION RELATING TO THESE OR SIMILAR INCIDENTS,

PLEASE CALL VU POLICE AT 32(2-2745)

IF YOU WISH TO REMAIN ANONYMOUS,

CALL CRIME STOPPERS AT 74-CRIME (742-7463).

PLEASE REMEMBER

• Stay alert and TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS -- If you feel uneasy, leave. 
• On or off campus, walk/jog/bike in groups of three or more in well-lighted and well-traveled areas; otherwise, after dark on campus, use the ESCORT SERVICE. (NOTE: Before parking on campus after dark, stop by the Police & Security Building at 2800 Vanderbilt Place or the ER.
• Ask for an officer to meet & escort you from your parking space.)
• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/building and while you proceed between sites.
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building.
• If strangers approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Lock doors and windows of your room/building. Don't prop open doors, thwart security measures, or let strangers in.
• Avoid going to ATM's alone, after dark, or if suspicious persons are nearby.
• Think ahead about what you would do under dire circumstances. Try to get a description.

** REPORT SUSPICIOUS PERSONS, VEHICLES, OR ACTIVITIES IMMEDIATELY! **

ON CAMPUS, DIAL 1-1911 OR USE A BLUE LIGHT PHONE!

(NOTE: In Medical Center shuttle lots & Lot 72, call 421-1911!)