On Friday, May 16th, 2025, the Department of Campus Safety was notified by the NYPD of a report of an armed robbery that occurred at approximately 2:44 p.m., in front of the north entrance of 1 Metrotech Center, in Brooklyn.
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The victim, a Non-NYU affiliate, reported that two unknown individuals demanded the victim hand over their book bag at gunpoint. Once the bag was taken from the victim, the suspects fled in different directions. One suspect fled westbound towards Jay Street. The other suspect fled eastbound towards Flatbush Avenue.
There were no reported injuries. The NYPD is actively investigating the matter and searching for the assailants.
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Description of Suspect(s): One suspect was masculine-presenting and wearing a black shirt. The second suspect was masculine-presenting and wearing a red hoodie.
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If you have any additional information about this incident, please contact the NYPD at 1(800) 577-TIPS and NYU Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.
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Please Remember These Safety Tips: |
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Be aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone.
- Walk in groups whenever you can. There is always safety in numbers.
- Using a smartphone or other electronic devices, especially with earbuds, can be distracting and may make you a vulnerable target for an assailant.
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Trust your instincts. If you feel that you may be in danger, seek out others -- a store, or an open NYU facility that has Campus Safety Officers posted.
- If you are the victim of a crime, do not engage with the assailant as that may put you in further danger.
- Report suspicious behavior to Campus Public Safety without delay.
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Keep an inventory and photographs of valuable items for reference in case of loss or theft.
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If you are the victim of - or witness to - a crime, call 911 immediately and then report the incident to the Department of Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.
- NYU Students can call the Wellness Exchange at (212) 443-9999, 24/7, for confidential medical and counseling support.
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NYU Faculty, Administrators, and Staff can call the Employee Assistance Program powered by Optum at (888) 980-8740, 24/7, for confidential counseling support.
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