Update: Armed Robbery Arrest
Arrest Made in September Armed Robbery
Tucson, Arizona - Detectives with the University of Arizona Police Department (UAPD), with assistance from the Pima County Jail Intelligence Unit, identified non-UA affiliated 19-year-old Jesus Jaime Contreras as the suspect in an armed robbery that occurred on campus and prompted a UAlert and Clery Timely Warning on September 27, 2023.
On October 23, 2023, Tucson Police Department arrested Contreras for an unrelated incident. Contreras was interviewed by UAPD detectives and subsequently arrested and booked into the Pima County Jail for Armed Robbery, Burglary in the 3rd Degree and Trafficking in Stolen property.
UAPD would like to thank our partners at the Tucson Police Department and the Pima County Jail Intelligence Unit for their work on this case, along with the campus community for sending in tips.
UAPD Case Number: U2309270016
UAPD reminds our community to:
• 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.
o Make slow, deliberate movements, and explain them as you do.
o Do not offer more than what they ask for.
o 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.
o 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