NYU Clery Campus Notice

Robbery

On Friday, November 15, 2024, the Department of Campus Safety received a report of a robbery that took place at approximately 5:45 p.m. on the south side of Washington Square Park in Manhattan.

The victim, an NYU student, was walking through the park when they were approached by a male-presenting individual in Washington Square Park. The suspect asked the student for money and the student indicated they did not have any. The suspect asked the student to prove it and the student showed their jacket pockets, which included their wallet. The suspect reached into the student's pocket to get the wallet and a struggle took place. The student regained possession of their wallet, but the suspect slapped it out of their hand to the ground. The suspect picked up the wallet and ran.

The student reported no physical injuries and was offered supportive resources. The student declined to report to NYPD.

Description of Suspect: The student reports the suspect is a male-presenting individual, standing 6'2" with a muscular build. The suspect has a light complexion and a stubble beard. The suspect was wearing green pants, a black hooded sweatshirt, and a brown jacket.

If you have additional information about this incident, please contact NYU Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.

Please Remember These Safety Tips:

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.
Trust your instincts. If you feel that you may be in danger, seek out others 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.
If you are the victim of 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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