Incident: Robbery and Sexual Assault Close to Campus

North Central has recently learned of two incidents that occurred over the weekend. “Two females were sexually assaulted, beaten and robbed in the area of 14th Street near Portland and Chicago Avenues Friday night in separate incidents, Minneapolis Police said.  In both cases, the victim was walking alone when she was attacked from behind.  The assaults occurred between 7 p.m. Friday and 6:30 a.m. Saturday” (Star Tribune).

Due to construction, there is less traffic in this area, and it is more secluded.  Please use caution when walking alone and be sure to keep your valuables out of sight. If you have any information pertaining to any of these sexual assaults please contact the Minneapolis Police Department at 612.673.3081.

North Central Security provides information to assist our community in working towards a safer environment. When an incident or cause for concern occurs, the Security Department will send out an update regarding the incident.

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.

North Central Security is available for escorts 24 hours a day 7 days a week. 

Call: 612.343.4445