In addition to the two incidents above, the Minneapolis Police Department is investigating the off-campus robbery of a female University of Minnesota student that occurred approximately 15 minutes before the first incident listed above in the 500 block of Huron Boulevard S.E., which is just a few blocks from where the on-campus incidents occurred. The victim was also robbed by two males who have a similar description of the suspects in the incidents above and at least one of them was armed with a handgun. The UMPD will be working with Minneapolis Police investigators to compare the incidents and investigate them appropriately if they are in fact related.
The University of Minnesota Police Department asks that you remember the following:
• When threatened with a weapon, it’s best not to resist. Your personal safety is more important than a lost wallet or cell phone.
• Always be aware of your surroundings.
• Walk in well lit areas and don’t walk alone. If you can’t find someone to walk with, call the Campus Escort service at 612-624-WALK for a free security escort.
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