Armed Robbery

Sept. 27, 2023

University of Arizona Clery Timely Warning Notice

Type of Offense:            Armed Robbery
Date:                               September 27, 2023
Date &Time
of Occurrence:              September 27, 2023, at approximately 2:49 PM                                         

Location:                        1212 E. University Blvd
                                        (Robert L. Nugent Building)

Reported to:                   The University of Arizona Police Department
                                          Case Number: U2309270016

 

Please note this message may contain information that some may find upsetting.

On September 27, 2023, The University of Arizona Police Department received a report of an armed robbery (by knife) of a white electric E-Bike from the UA Parking & Transportation Bike Valet service located north of the Robert L. Nugent Building (1212 E. University Blvd). The suspect is described as a male, approximately 5’09”, wearing a grey baseball cap, green shirt, gray shorts, armed with a knife. The male was last seen, leaving the area westbound on the electric E-bike. The victim was not injured during the robbery. UAPD officers searched the campus and adjacent neighborhoods but did not locate the suspect. The below photos depict the actual suspect and a stock image of the stolen electric E-bike.

UAPD detectives are continuing the investigation. Anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect and/or the incident is asked to contact UAPD at (520) 621-UAPD (8273), or If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call 88-CRIME (520-882-7463).

 

photo of suspect and stolen bicycle

 

Robbery Prevention and Safety Tips

  • Trust your instincts – if you sense trouble, move to a safe location as soon as possible.
  • Remain alert and be aware of your location, surroundings, and individuals near you, - walk with your head up and avoid distractions like cell phones or carrying too many items.
  • If confronted, try to stay calm and follow the robber’s directions.
    • Make slow, deliberate movements, and explain them as you do.
    • Do not offer more than what they ask for.
    • Be the best witness you can be.  Make mental notes of sex, race, age, height, weight, hair and eye color, build, and clothing. Note anything unusual about the suspect, such as scars, tattoos, strange mannerisms, or speech patterns.
    • Give the robber time to leave, and when you feel safe, CALL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY.
  • For additional safety tips please visit uapd.arizona.edu and safety.arizona.edu

Information regarding support resources, services and programs can be found at:
https://uapd.arizona.edu/resources-policies/victim-resources

WHAT IS THIS NOTICE?

Timely warnings are released by the University of Arizona Police Department when certain crimes are reported on or near campus property, in compliance with federal law, these timely warnings provide information about campus safety, and allow campus community members to take precautions. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time of the issuance of the warning.

Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in timely warnings only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect’s appearance from the general population.

Chris Olson
Interim Chief of Police                                                                     

Sgt. Andrew Valenzuela
Public Information Officer
520-626-8007