An armed robbery took place Friday evening on the southwest sidewalk near Alice Lloyd Residence Hall. The suspect, who jumped out at the victim and demanded money, wielded a knife, according to Department of Public Safety reports.
DPS spokesperson Elizabeth Hall said the victim, believed to be a female, was pushed to the ground after the money was given to the assailant. The suspect then fled the scene.
Hall said she cannot speculate on whether Friday's robbery is connected with a robbery that occurred on Jan. 9 at the footbridge over Washtenaw Avenue.
In that incident, DPS said a 20-year-old male wearing a dark sweatshirt and dark jeans robbed a female victim and fled the scene.
DPS reports described the suspect of Friday's crime as a "college-aged white male, six feet tall, medium build, long straight hair ... , wearing a dark sweatshirt, dark colored pants and a dark wool knit cap."
In the report, DPS suggests that people should be assertive and aware of their surroundings when on and around campus, and should walk with a friend or co-worker whenever possible.
Hall said students should be aware that risk of such an incident increases in secluded or isolated areas and when traveling alone.
Blue light emergency phones are strategically placed throughout campus and no coins are required for 911 calls at any phone.
DPS is seeking information regarding the incident near Alice Lloyd. Anyone with information should contact DPS at 763-1131.
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