A University of Oregon student has reported that he was robbed on Alder Street near 16th Avenue at around 1 a.m. Friday.
The student reports he was walking south on the sidewalk on the west side of Alder Street, south of 16th Avenue, when he was approached by two white males. One man grabbed the student's arms from behind while the other threatened to hit the student and demanded his wallet. The student handed over his wallet, and the man also grabbed the student's cell phone, and ordered the student to run away. The student fled to campus.
The student described the man who made the threat as white, college-age, with a muscular build, about 5-foot-11 with short, straight, brown hair and facial stubble, wearing a dark long-sleeved sweatshirt. No description of the second suspect was made; assailants' direction of travel was unknown.
This incident is unresolved and an investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about this or similar incidents should call Eugene Police at 541-682-5111 or UOPD at 541-346-2919. Updates regarding this incident, when and if available, will be posted on the UOPD website at police.uoregon.edu.
CAMPUS SAFETY TIPS FROM UOPD
No action or inaction by a crime survivor makes that person responsible for his or her victimization. Perpetrators are responsible for crimes and their effects. The following suggestions may help reduce the possibility of experiencing such a crime, or may improve opportunities to receive prompt assistance.
It is a crime to intentionally touch someone against his or her will, regardless of the situation.
Encourage friends to travel in pairs or with trusted companions, especially at night or in remote areas. Be aware of surroundings, and attempt to keep a safe distance from strangers.
Whenever possible, keep valuables secured and out of sight.
Use UO Safe Ride (541-346-RIDE ext. 2), call a taxicab, or contact UOPD for an on-campus escort (541-346-2919).
If you feel you or others are in danger, call 9-1-1.
To report suspicious, illegal or unusual activity on campus, call UOPD at 541-346-2919. For emergencies or if you see a crime being committed, call 9-1-1.
RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR SURVIVORS OF CRIME
For students, a range of support services are available through the Office of the Dean of Students, 541-346-3216; uodos@uoregon.edu.
For students, personal counseling and other support services are available through the University Counseling and Testing Center, 541-346-3227 (available 24 hours); counseling.uoregon.edu/dnn.
For students, medical and sexual assault examination services are available at University Health Center, 541-346-2770; healthcenter.uoregon.edu.
For employees, the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity, 541-346-3123, and Office of Human Resources, 541-346-3159, can assist in connecting to resources.
Other community resources available are Sexual Assault Support Services (SASS), 541-343-7277 (24 hour crisis line) or 541-484-9791, Womenspace, 541-485-8232 or 541-485-6513 (24 hour crisis line), and White Bird Clinic Counseling, 541-342-8255 541-687-4000 (24 hour crisis line).
- from UOPD