Security Alert

Saturday, March 22, 2025

The below narrative contains information regarding an armed robbery that was reported to the University of Chicago Police Department. Campus security alerts are notifications sent to the University community as required by the Clery Act.

At approximately 10:50 a.m., Saturday, March 22, 2025 – Two victims not affiliated with the University walking on the sidewalk at approximately 1200 E. 58th Street were approached by three unknown subjects who exited a white Nissan Rogue. The suspects, all armed with handguns, struck one victim and demanded and took property from the victims before returning to the vehicle that had possible Illinois license plate EZ64558 and drove southbound on Woodlawn. The victim declined medical attention. The University of Chicago Police Department is investigating this incident. 

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. Use the UCPD's Safety Escort Program and when possible use public transportation. 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).