Crime Alert – Attempted Unarmed Robbery

09/10/2023

Please read information from BUPD regarding an attempted unarmed robbery incident that recently occurred on the Charles River Campus.

Summary of Incident:
Incident: On Saturday 09/09/2023 at approximately 11:00 p.m. near the intersection of Cummington St. and Commonwealth Ave., a person reported that they were approached by several individuals while walking home who punched the person and attempted to take the person’s backpack. The person was able to run away from the suspects and called BUPD who searched the area but were unable to locate the suspects. The suspects were described as four to six young males.

Follow Up:
The Boston University Police is actively reviewing the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. We encourage anyone who may have information to come forward and contact the Boston University Police at (617) 353-2121.
Community members wishing to assist this investigation anonymously can do so by contacting the Boston University Police Department by texting the word ‘BU’ to 847411. The Boston University Police Department will protect the identities of all those who wish to assist this investigation in an anonymous manner.

The following is provided as a reminder to our BU Community:
Risk reduction/Safety precautions:

  •  If you are confronted by someone who demands your property, you should give the person the property. Your safety is the priority, property can be replaced.
  • If you do not feel comfortable intervening in any situation, notify someone who can (BU Police, 911, etc.).
  • Try to walk in groups, especially at night and stay in well-lit areas.
  • Program your cell phone with the BU Police emergency number 617-353-2121. Call this number if you become uncomfortable in any situation on or near the BU Charles River, Fenway, or Medical Campuses. If you are Off-Campus, call 9-1-1.
  • Text BUPD anonymously by texting “BU” to 847411.
  • If you feel threatened on campus, look for a Blue Light emergency telephone or dial 3-2121 from any on-campus telephone.
  • Utilize Scarlet Safe Walk 617-353-4877 or public transportation.
  • Be aware of your surroundings.
  • Trust your intuition – if a situation makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, get away or call for help.

Issued by:
Boston University Police Department
32 Harry Agganis Way
Boston, MA 02215
617-353-2121

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