OTHER EMERGENCY RESOURCES
HOWARD UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
2244 10th. Street, N.W. Washington D.C. Tel: 202-806-1100.
Leroy K. James, Chief of Police
Release Date 11/19/08
Incident:
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), and the Howard University Police Department are investigating a robbery incident which occurred in the area of the 2300 Blk. of Georgia Avenue N.W., Washington, DC, .in a business establishment.
On Tuesday, November 19, 2008, at approximately 8:42 pm., a male victim reported that two males entered the premises, stole property and obtained an undetermined amount of U.S. Currency from the cash register. Both subjects then fled the scene in an unknown direction. No injuries were sustained by the victim. Both subjects were believed to be armed.
Suspect Description: #1 Black/Male/ 5’9”/wearing dreads and black clothing.
Suspect Description: #2 Black/Male/5-11/wearing reads and black clothing.
The Howard University Police Department (HUPD) notifies the university community when crimes are reported to the HUPD or the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) which present a continuing threat to the students, faculty, or staff, in a manner consistent with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.
Anyone with information on this case or with additional information should contact the Howard University Police Department at 202-806-1100, or ext 6-4747, or 911 for the Metropolitan Police Department.
Safety Tips:
- Walk in groups whenever possible and look out for one another.
- Avoid isolated and dark areas.
- Carry your cell phone and keep it accessible.
- If you are approached, take note of the person’s appearance, clothing, and anything that will help to identify the subject.
General Tips:
- Immediately report any suspicious activity or suspicious individuals to the HU Police Department at 202-806-1100; and program this number into your cell phone for quick access.
- Use the Shuttle Service or the Campus Escort Service to avoid traveling on foot across campus during the hours of darkness.
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