October 28, 2003 VUPD# 03-41042 MNPD# 03-477561

It was reported to Metro Nashville Police Department that an armed robbery occurred on October 27 at approximately 9:00 pm at 400 21st Avenue South (CD Warehouse). The victims, not affiliated with Vanderbilt, reported that two subjects, armed with handguns, entered the above location and ordered the victims to lie on the floor. The suspects then took money from the cash register and fled out the backdoor. No injuries were reported in this incident.

Suspect Description:

Suspect #1 Male black, 5'9", 170 pounds, black hair, and light complexion. The suspect was a wearing blue and grey hooded sweatshirt, dark grey sweat pants and a black mask.

Suspect #2 Male black, 5'5", and 150 pounds. The suspect was a wearing blue and grey hooded sweatshirt, dark grey sweat pants and a black mask.

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!)