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CRIME ALERT: University of Michigan DPS

Alert ID:	2009-14 / AAPD
Date of Incident:	Aug. 8, 2009, about 2:10 a.m.
Location:	500 block of Linden Street, south of Geddes Ave. near Observatory Road, off campus
Offense:	Armed Robbery
Summary:	(updated on Aug 08 2009 08:35) A female told the Ann Arbor Police that as she was walking along Linden, she was approached by an unknown man, who brandished a small handgun. He then punched her, took her cell phone and fled on foot north to Geddes.
Suspects:	1: Black male, about 22 years, thin build, medium-length braided hair and clean shaven.

If you have any information:

Please contact U-M DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (DPS) at (734) 763-1131 or dial 9-1-1
or the ANN ARBOR POLICE DEPARTMENT Tip Line (734) 794-6939 or tips@a2gov.org

Remember:

If you see a suspect, do not approach--call police.
Always keep your doors locked, even while at home.
Look assertive and be aware of your surroundings.
Be aware that your risk increases in secluded and isolated areas.
Walk with a trusted friend or co-worker when possible.
Trust your intuition. If a particular situation makes you feeluncomfortable or unsafe, choose an alternative.
Have your keys in hand before you reach your vehicle or residence.
If you feel threatened on campus, look for a blue light emergencyphone or call 9-1-1 from any phone (no coins need for 9-1-1 calls).
Confidential TIP line 1-800-863-1355.

For status updates to this posting, check the DPS website regularly:
http://police.umich.edu

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