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Caution Advised After Robbery Near Campus

Posted on August 6, 2013

Caution Advised After Robbery Near Campus

CPP News

University Police are advising the campus community to take extra safety precautions in the wake of a strong-arm robbery that occurred near campus.

At about 1:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 5, a male passenger exited a public bus at Valley Boulevard east of Kellogg Drive. He was walking toward Pomona when the suspect approached him from behind, struck him in the head, grabbed his wallet and cellular telephone, and fled in an unknown direction. The victim was not a Cal Poly Pomona student or employee. The robbery took place off campus, and the Pomona Police Department is investigating the incident.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic man in his late 30’s, with a shaved head, and possibly wearing a blue shirt.

If you have any information that may assist in the investigation of this crime, contact the Pomona Police Department at (909) 620-1212 in reference to Case #13-85221.

University Police advise the campus community to be vigilant and aware of your surroundings. Report suspicious-looking persons or activity to University Police immediately at (909) 869-3070. Keep valuables in a secure location when possible, and avoid leaving belongings unattended.

Posted in News | Tags crime, police, Public safety, robbery
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