November 11, 2003 VUPD# 03-43372 MNPD# 03-501196

It was reported to this department that an armed robbery occurred at 11:09 am on November 11 at 30th Avenue South and Vanderbilt Place. The victim, a student, reported that while walking he was approached from behind by two unknown subjects, who immediately began hitting him and trying to take his laptop computer bag. During the struggle one of the suspects threatened to shoot the victim if he did not give him the bag. The victim released the bag and both suspects got into a car being driven by a third suspect. The vehicle was last seen heading eastbound on Vanderbilt Place. A search of the area was conducted with negative results. The victim did not require medical treatment.

Suspect Description:

Suspect #1 - Male black, 5'7" - 6'0", 180-200 pounds, black hair, brown eyes, last seen wearing a dark sweatshirt.
Suspect #2 - Male black, 5'7" - 6'0", 180-200 pounds, black hair, brown eyes, last seen wearing a beige sweatshirt w/hood.
Suspect #3 - No description available

Vehicle Description: Teal, 4 door, 2003 Nissan Altima with Tennessee plates

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!)