Security Alert – Attempted Robbery reported near Dakota & Sharp
Two Gonzaga students reported that at about 9:45 PM last night (December 10) a male subject approached them near Dakota and Sharp and, while displaying a knife, demanded money. When the students refused, the subject spit on them but did not attempt to otherwise physically harm them. The subject, and another male who had stood nearby during the incident, then walked away to the south. The students returned to their residence hall, and contacted Gonzaga Security. Two GU-contracted Spokane Police Department patrol units were on duty in the neighborhood at the time of the incident. They searched the area, but did not locate the subjects. The subjects were described as white males in their late 20’s, of average height and build. The subject who had demanded money reportedly had brown hair and a beard.
Gonzaga community members are reminded of the following safety tips:
- If you have to walk, do so in groups especially after dark. Try to use well-lit, busy routes. Be aware of your surroundings.
- Utilize Saferide if you need a ride back to your residence from an off-campus location: call 568-8000.
- Utilize Security escorts to travel across campus: 313-2222.
- Report suspicious persons or circumstances immediately to GU Security (313-2222) or SPD (911).
- Once you are in safe place, report all crimes immediately to police at 911 and GU Security at 313-2222.