Crime Bulletin Issued for Strong-arm Robbery Attempt

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 18, 2014) — In the interest of safety, University of Kentucky Police Department has issued a Crime Bulletin for the UK community.

• At approximately 8:40 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014, an attempted strong-arm robbery was reported to have occurred in the northeast corner of the UK Student Center parking lot, near the UK Bookstore. (A strong-arm robbery is one without a weapon)  The female victim was getting into her vehicle when she was reportedly approached by three black females, one of which demanded she turn over her money.  The unidentified suspect then punched the victim, knocking her to the ground.  A second unidentified suspect then kicked the victim.  All three suspects fled the scene toward South Limestone Street without taking any of the victim’s belongings.  The first suspect is described as a heavy-set black female, dark complexion, facial piercing, and wearing animal print leggings.  The second suspect is described as a black female wearing a pink or peach-colored shirt.  The third suspect was described as a black female with no further description.  UK Police officers searched the area and were unable to locate the suspects. 

University of Kentucky Police Department has issued this Crime Bulletin for the UK Community in compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Police and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact UK Police at (859) 257-8573.

The University of Kentucky values a safe community for all students, staff, faculty, and visitors. In the interest of promoting a safe and secure campus environment, UK Police offer the following safety precautions:

• If you see something, say something. For emergencies, call 911.
• Carry a cell phone to be able to call for help in emergencies.
• Do not travel alone after dark; walk with a friend or with a group. 
• Whenever possible, look out for your friends when you go out together; walk together and make sure that everyone gets home safely.
• Request a FREE SAFECATS student safety escort or coordinate after-hours on-demand bus service during the fall and spring semesters by calling (859) 257-SAFE(7233).
• Park in well-lit areas when possible.
• Turn over any requested items (purse, wallet, etc).
• Make statements with authority – “BACK-OFF! STOP! NO-WAY!” You deserve to be respected.