This message is to alert you of an armed robbery that occurred on Grounds this past Friday evening in the E-3 parking lot, which is located at Bryant Hall at Scott Stadium. Such incidents are a regrettable reminder that criminal activity can occur on Grounds at relatively early hours. As always, please alert the police at 911 if you notice suspicious activities or individuals. If you have any information concerning this incident, please call the University Police at 924-7166 and ask to speak to a detective.
This particular incident occurred on Friday, Feb. 16, at approximately 9:20 p.m. Two men pointed handguns at the two victims, one a U.Va. professor and the other a student, and demanded their wallets. As the accosted individuals turned to leave after giving the men their wallets, one of the victims was struck in the back of the head and suffered a small abrasion. The assailants are described as black males, approximately 20 to 25 years old, wearing dark clothing.
Vice President and Provost Block approved distribution of this message.
また、事件のようです。
This message is to alert you of an armed robbery that occurred on the
corner of Emmet Street and Arlington Boulevard on Wednesday
night/early Thursday morning, shortly after midnight. The victim,
who is not a student, was walking alone near the Emmet/Arlington
intersection when he was approached by two men and robbed at
gunpoint. The assailants sped away in a silver or blue Mazda and the
victim escaped unharmed. If you have any information concerning this
incident, please call the University Police at 924-7166 and ask to
speak to a detective.
I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone in the community
to take steps to guard the safety of yourself and your friends.
Remember to take extra precautions after dark, to avoid isolated
areas and walking alone, and to report immediately any suspicious
individuals or activities to the police by calling 911.
Leonard W. Sandridge, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating
Officer, approved distribution of this message to all University of
Virginia students and employees.