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  "id": "2024-11-26-nyu-washington-square-park-aggravated-assault",
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  "institution": {
    "name": "New York University",
    "shortName": "NYU",
    "state": "NY",
    "type": "private-r1",
    "alertSystemName": "NYU Alert / Clery Campus Notice",
    "enrollment": 60000
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  "incident": {
    "date": "2024-11-26",
    "type": "aggravated-assault",
    "cleryCategory": "timely-warning",
    "resolution": "under-investigation",
    "headline": "Bike altercation at Washington Square South",
    "headlinePublic": "Bike altercation at Washington Square South",
    "summary": "NYU Campus Safety [issued a Clery Campus Notice](https://t.e2ma.net/webview/hms1hj/aea2ea9c0ccdc9ab2800c33789d1c071) for an aggravated assault at Washington Square South and Thompson Street around 5:00 p.m. on November 26, 2024.",
    "outcome": "Physical altercation after a near miss with a bicycle. Non-NYU complainant."
  },
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      "type": "initial",
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      "verbatimText": "NYU Clery Campus Notice\n\nAggravated Assault\n\nOn Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 11:40 a.m., the Department of Campus Safety received a report of an aggravated assault that occurred on November 26 at approximately 5:00 p.m., at the intersection of Washington Square South and Thompson Street, in Manhattan.\n\nThe complainant, a Non-NYU affiliate, was walking northbound on Thompson Street towards Washington Square Park, when an unknown individual on a bike riding eastbound on Washington Square South, almost hit the victim. The victim put out their hand to protect themselves. The suspect turned the bike around, approached the victim, dismounted the bike, and a physical altercation ensued. As the altercation continued south onto Thompson Street, the suspect wielded a four inch knife with a silver blade, stating \"I'm going to kill you\" and stabbed the victim multiple times. The suspect got back on their bike and fled eastbound on West 3rd Street.\n\nAs a result of the assault, the victim suffered lacerations to the back of their head and a collapsed lung. The NYPD and EMS responded to the scene and the victim was transported to the hospital, where they were treated for their injuries. \n\nDescription of Suspect: The suspect was described as male-presenting with a dark complexion, approximately 5'7\" tall. The victim described the suspect's race/ethnicity as black, wearing a camouflage jacket, blue/black sneakers, and black pants.  The suspect was riding a white bike with a red delivery bag.\n\nThis assault is being actively investigated by the NYPD. If you have any additional information about this incident, we urge you to contact the NYPD at 1(800) 577-TIPS and NYU Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.\n\nPlease Remember These Safety Tips:\n\nBe aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone. \nWalk in groups whenever you can. There is always safety in numbers.\nUsing a smartphone or other electronic devices, especially with earbuds, can be distracting and may make you a vulnerable target for an assailant. \nTrust your instincts. If you feel that you may be in danger, seek out others or an open NYU facility that has Campus Safety Officers posted.\nIf you are the victim of a crime, do not engage with the assailant as that may put you in further danger. \nIf you are the victim of a crime, call 911 immediately and then report the incident to the Department of Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.\nNYU Students can call the Wellness Exchange at (212) 443-9999 24/7 for confidential medical and counseling support.\nNYU Faculty, Administrators, and Staff can call the Employee Assistance Program powered by Optum at (888) 980-8740 24/7 for confidential counseling support.\n\nRead more about our notification policy and procedures. You can also learn more about Campus Safety's services and review answers to Frequently Asked Questions on our website.",
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        "Distinct incident from 2024-11-24-nyu-washington-square-park-robbery: November 26 aggravated assault vs November 24 robbery, both near Washington Square Park, different crime types."
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  "context": "NYU posts Clery Campus Notices and Safety Advisories on its [safety-alerts listing](https://www.nyu.edu/life/safety-health-wellness/campus-safety/safety-alerts.html). Official product: the [Emma webview](https://t.e2ma.net/webview/hms1hj/aea2ea9c0ccdc9ab2800c33789d1c071).",
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