February 17, 2004 VUPD# 04-06287 MNPD# 04-076994

It was reported to this department that an attempted robbery occurred on February 16 at approximately 11:10 p.m. at the parking lot located behind 120 24th Avenue South (Delta Delta Delta). The victim, a student, reported that she had just parked her car and was walking towards the Carmichael Towers area when she was approached by an unknown subject asking for money. She attempted to walk away. The suspect grabbed her arm and demanded money. The victim was able to break away from the suspect and went to a dorm and called VUPD. The suspect was last seen walking in Cole Alley towards West End Ave.

Suspect Description: Male black, in his 30s, approximately 5'9", 160 pounds, black hair and brown eyes. The suspect had a light beard. The suspect was last seen wearing a grey jacket, light colored khakis and a black knit cap.

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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.

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