[Cp-bulletin] FW: Harvard University PD Community Advisory

[Cheryl N Vossmer]

The following bulletin was issued by the Harvard University Police Department. 

Sgt. Vossmer
MIT Police
617-253-1212

-----Original Message-----
From: HUPD Web Site [mailto:hupd at harvard.edu] 
Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 8:56 AM
To: crimebite at mit.edu
Subject: HUPD Community Advisory/Crime Alerts Update

The following HUPD Community Advisory/Crime Alert has been posted:


Crime Alert - Unarmed Robbery - Memorial Drive and Ash Drive, Cambridge
Posted on 07/27/2010 08:54

On Monday, July 26, 2010, a male undergraduate student reported to the Harvard University Police Department that he was robbed by three unknown males as he walked along Memorial Drive near Ash Street at approximately 10:35 PM.  The victim stated that while walking on Memorial Drive he was approached by three males who stopped him and asked him what time it was.  As he looked down at his watch he was struck in the head with a fist and fell to the ground.  Once on the ground, the three suspects proceeded to punch and kick the victim repeatedly.  The three offenders demanded the victim's wallet which he immediately produced.  The offenders fled the area. The victim was transported to Mt. Auburn Hospital with minor injuries.  

Because this incident did not occur on Harvard University property, it is being investigated by the Massachusetts State Police.  If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact the Massachusetts State Police Brighton Barracks at 617-727-4812. 
 
If at any time you observe any type of suspicious activity or have been the victim of a violent crime, regardless of the location of the incident, please notify the Harvard University Police Department immediately at 617-495-1212.

The Harvard University Police Department wants to remind students, faculty, and staff that we are located in an urban setting and share many of the crime and safety issues that exist in any city.  Community members should be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the shuttle bus and evening van service whenever possible.  Students, faculty, and staff also may call the Harvard University Police Department at 617-495-1212 if they believe they are in danger while waiting for transportation due to the hour or circumstance.  The Harvard University Police Department will assist with transportation whenever appropriate.  (Additional escort and transportation information can be found at http://www.hupd.harvard.edu/transportation_escorts.php.) 
 
Persons should avoid talking on cell phones, listening to music, or walking too close to persons unnecessarily.  If you suspect you are being followed, stay away from dimly lit areas and head for a store or building that you know to be open.  Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable about someone near you, head for a populated area and call the Harvard University Police Department.  If you are approached by someone displaying a weapon and demanding your property, it is recommended that you comply with the request and not resist.  For more detailed information on safety and security please read the Harvard University Police Department\'s \"Playing it Safe\" booklet, which can be found at http://www.hupd.harvard.edu/playing_it_safe.php. 
 
For questions about this advisory, please contact the Harvard University Police Department\'s Public Information Officer, Steven G. Catalano, at 617-495-9225 or by email at steven_catalano at harvard.edu.


Contact: Steven Catalano - steven_catalano at harvard.edu


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