Friday, December 6, 2019
At approximately 9:55 a.m., Friday, December 6, 2019 – A University student walking on the sidewalk at approximately 1320 E. 60th Street was approached by two unknown subjects, one of whom was armed with a handgun. The suspects took the victim’s backpack, cell phone and bag before fleeing to a waiting vehicle described as a maroon 2018 Mitsubishi SUV with Illinois plate CNEMOGO. The vehicle drove eastbound on 60th Street. The victim reported no physical injuries. UCPD is investigating this incident and has increased presence in the area.
Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times. Do not resist an armed robbery unless absolutely necessary. Avoid using cell phones or other electronic devices while on the street. When walking, try to walk with a group or have a friend walk with you. There is safety in numbers.
Familiarize yourself with the location of the University’s emergency phones. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to police by activating an emergency phone or by calling the UCPD when you get to a safe location. If you are concerned about your safety as you walk within the UCPD's patrol area, call 773.702.8181 and request a safety escort. Use public transportation when possible. Visit the Department of Safety & Security’s website for more information about safety and security at the University of Chicago.
Please Note
The University of Chicago Police Department patrol area boundaries are 37th Street on the north to 65th Street on the south/Cottage Grove Avenue to Lake Shore Drive (39th Street to 60thStreet)/Evans Avenue to Stony Island Avenue (61st Street to 64th Street)/65th Street (Ellis Avenue to University Avenue).