GU students robbed north of campus
This morning at about 2:00 am four Gonzaga students were walking in the area of Nora and Cincinnati when they were approached by three males carrying nightstick-type clubs. The suspects took wallets and other valuables and then fled the area. GU Security and two GU-contracted Spokane Police patrol units arrived within one minute of receiving the call, but were unable to locate the suspects. The students were not injured. The wallets, minus the cash, were found nearby. One suspect was described as male, white or Hispanic. The other two suspects were described as male, African-American, all were wearing hoodies.
Shortly after that situation was reported, a student reported that she and companions were walking in the area of Standard and Baldwin and were robbed in a way that resembled the earlier report. No one was injured in the second incident and the suspects fled the area.
The safest course of action during a robbery is to not resist or attempt to retain valuables. There is a greater risk of harm by potentially escalating the situation.
The University will continue to contract with Spokane Police department for additional coverage of the campus and neighborhood, including this Saturday and Sunday night. If you feel threatened or are the victim of a crime, get to a safe place as quickly as possible and call 911 immediately for police response. The Spokane Police are the primary agency for emergency response in the neighborhood. Always call 911 first. Call 911 to report suspicious, threatening, or criminal behavior.
Students should exercise caution when walking, particularly at night. It is advisable to avoid walking alone and avoid areas that tend to be poorly lit and offer concealment. Arranging for private transportation, such as a calling a friend, designated driver, SafeRide, or other taxi, is also advisable. Gonzaga Campus Public Safety & Security offers escorts in the neighborhood, subject to certain limitations. Call 313-2222 to contact the Security dispatcher. For more information about crime prevention and staying safe, call the Security Crime Prevention Specialist at 313-3998.
KHQ Story on the Robberies: http://www.khq.com/Global/story.asp?S=9231761