Public Safety Notice: On-campus Armed Robbery and Assault (March 23, 2019)

Public Safety Notice: On-campus Armed Robbery and Assault (March 23, 2019)

University of Alabama police responded to an on-campus armed robbery and assault that occurred at approximately 2:15 am Saturday, March 23, 2019, in the area in front of Lakeside West. The suspect was apprehended shortly after. The victim received only minor injuries.

Anyone who has any additional information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 205-348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 205-752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide published at https://police.ua.edu/safer-living-guide-2-2/

Below are some safety considerations for students and community members:
– Be careful and mindful of any valuables you may carry on your person
– Be mindful of your surroundings
– If confronted, give the perpetrator what they ask for. Your safety is more important.

While not required by the Clery Act for timely warnings, some incidents may be sent to the campus community in the interest of public safety.