Crime Alert via Seattle U security:
On Sunday, October 4th, at approximately 9:45 p.m., Seattle Police Department (SPD) and the Seattle University Department of Public Safety (DPS) received reports from four students who were all victimized in a strong arm robbery at Broadway and E. Union Street. Students reported four male suspects had assaulted them, hitting one of the students, and demanded their belongings. When a witness intervened the four suspects jumped into a pickup truck driven by one of the assailants.
An unknown witness followed the suspects and at one point, near 16 AV and E. Spring St., two suspects got out of the truck and fired at least one shot at the witness, striking his car. The witness backed off. SPD officers located the truck at 15th and E. Spring St., and the three occupants were taken into custody. DPS officers then spotted the remaining two suspects at the service station located at 12th & E. Cherry. SPD officers were notified and responded. The suspects were positively identified by the victims and SPD officers booked all four males into King County Jail for investigation of robbery. In addition the female suspect is under investigation for assault.
Personal safety awareness tips:
- Be alert to your surroundings, any signs of a disturbance, and nearby individuals at all times.
- Keep your head up, eyes open, and be confidently looking around yourself at all times.
- If any spot or sense any concerns for your safety arises, don’t hesitate in leaving the area immediately.
- Walk on well-lit arterials where other pedestrians are present and/or businesses are open.
- Utilize the Campus Public Safety escort system by calling 296-5990.
- If you sense danger or have a concern on campus, notify DPS at campus extension 5911 or by cell phone 296-5911.
Update by scott: Here's the SPD version of the event: http://www.capitolhillseattle.com/links/2009/10/05/strong-ar
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