Attempted Robbery with Weapon (close to campus)
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009
On 5/2/2009 at approximately 10:00pm three individuals confronted a person (non-NCU constituent) on 11th Ave. At gunpoint, the individuals demanded the victim's purse. The victim screamed, at which point the attackers ran away, without the purse. The incident was reported to the Minneapolis Police Department by the individual.
Safety tips on protecting yourself:
Obtain an escort by the Security Department and always walk in groups of three or more.
Remember that you are in a city and the risk of incidents increase between dusk and dawn.
Go with your underlying feelings.If you are perceiving a potential situation try to remove yourself as quickly as possible.
If held at gunpoint, cooperate as much as possible unless cooperating would place you in greater harm. Do not go with an assailant to another location.
Be aware of your surroundings at all times. If you feel uneasy, immediately proceed to a more populated area.
If you are assaulted in any way, be aware of your assailants. Look at their clothing and face, listen to their voice, notice anything about their demeanor that will assist you in later identifying them.
For further personal safety information go to: http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/police/crime-prevention/docs/KEYSPS.pdf
North Central Security is available for escorts 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Call: 612.343.4445
