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  "id": "2016-10-07-syracuse-university-off-campus-strong-arm-robbery-on-remington-avenue-",
  "slug": "syracuse-university-off-campus-strong-arm-robbery-on-remington-avenue--2016-10-07",
  "institution": {
    "name": "Syracuse University",
    "shortName": "Syracuse",
    "state": "NY",
    "type": "private-r1",
    "alertSystemName": "Orange Alert / DPS Notice",
    "enrollment": 22000
  },
  "incident": {
    "date": "2016-10-07",
    "type": "robbery",
    "cleryCategory": "timely-warning",
    "resolution": "arrest-made",
    "headline": "Off-campus strong-arm robbery on Remington Avenue; arrests later",
    "headlinePublic": "Off-campus strong-arm robbery on Remington Avenue; arrests later",
    "summary": "Syracuse University DPS [published a public safety notice](https://dps.syr.edu/2016/10/08/1072016-public-safety-notice-off-campus-strong-armed-robbery/). Full text is preserved from the official DPS page.",
    "outcome": "See official DPS notice for investigation status and safety guidance.",
    "casualties": {
      "killed": 0,
      "injured": 0
    }
  },
  "alerts": [
    {
      "sequence": 1,
      "type": "initial",
      "channel": "email",
      "verbatimText": "Friday, October 7, 2016 at approximately 7:15 p.m. - 184 Remington Ave\n\nA student reported a strong-arm robbery that occurred off campus. The student reports after entering his off campus apartment building at 184 Remington Ave. when he was approached by three unknown males in his building. One of the suspects demanded the student give him his money. One of the suspects then forcibly removed the student's wallet from his pants pocket and removed the cash and returned the wallet to the student. The suspects attempted to steal his cell phone but were unsuccessful. The suspects fled the scene on foot exiting the building in an unknown direction of travel. The student was not injured. There was no threat of a weapon. \n\nDPS asks your help in identifying the suspects if you were in the vicinity at the time of the incident. For this purpose, the following is the description of the suspects: \n\n3 Males, 16 to 17 years of age, one suspect had on an orange short sleeve t-shirt, 5' 7\" tall, husky build, short black hair, no further description available.\n\nFor an interactive map of the incident location, refer to the Campus Alerts 2016 Google Map link at:\n\n                 https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?hl=en&authuser=0&mid=1uzS6goH3aX9H7S_wyzccWKv5x3s\n\n If anyone has any information regarding this incident or others, please contact the Syracuse Police Department at (315) 442-5222 or the Syracuse University Department of Public Safety at (315) 443-2224. If you would like to anonymously report NON-EMERGENCY information for DPS, you can use the Silent Witness tool, available at http://publicsafety.syr.edu/html/silent_witness.html\n\nFOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE REMEMBER:\n\nAfter dark, take advantage of the free safety escort services available through the Department of Public Safety. Both walking and shuttle services are available to students, staff, and faculty at SU or SUNY-ESF. Call 443-SAFE (7233) for more information about these services.\n\nTake advantage of the CENTRO and Birnie Bus services. Taxi services are also available.\n\nWalk, bike or jog in groups of three or more, away from bushes, cars, and other objects a suspect could hide behind.\n\nPlan your walking travel times by avoiding late to early morning hours.\n\nBe aware of your surroundings: look and listen. Headphones and cell phones can create tunnel vision.\n\nTravel in well-lit and populated areas. Keep porch lights on at night.\n\nDownload the LiveSafe app on your Android or iOS smart phone. The app provides a virtual escort feature you can use with friends and quick links to important public safety information. Set the app to Syracuse University and sign up with your syr.edu email address!\n\nDon't approach strangers or let them get close to you.\n\nIf you think someone is following you, switch directions or cross the street. Go toward an open business or lighted house.\n\nHave your house or car keys in hand before you reach your door.\n\nKnow where campus blue light alarms are and how to use them.\n\nIf someone tries to rob you, don't resist. Give up your property, not your life.\n\nIf you are in a safe place to do so, attempt to get a description of the suspect(s) and any associated vehicles or license plate numbers.\n\nIMMEDIATELY report emergencies or suspicious activities, persons and vehicles.\n\nFor Public Safety dial 443-2224 or #78 (from a cell phone); if you are in a situation where you cannot safely make a phone call, send a text message to 711@syr.edu; for Syracuse Police dial 911.\n\nYour quick reporting may help prevent others from becoming victims.\n\nThis public safety information is issued for your safety in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.",
      "isVerbatimConfirmed": true,
      "sourceUrl": "https://dps.syr.edu/2016/10/08/1072016-public-safety-notice-off-campus-strong-armed-robbery/",
      "sourceDescription": "Syracuse University Department of Public Safety notice",
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      "timestampApprox": "DPS notice dated 2016-10-08"
    },
    {
      "sequence": 2,
      "type": "update",
      "channel": "email",
      "verbatimText": "For the protection and safety of SU students, faculty, staff and neighbors, The Department of Public Safety releases the following alert:\n\nArrests Made in Off-Campus Strong-Arm Robbery - SPD Case # 16-490551 \n\nThis is an update to the Off Campus Strong-Arm Robbery Public Safety Notice issued on October 7, 2016 (SPD Case # 16-490551).\n\nThe Syracuse Police Department has arrested six individuals relating to the most recent incident occurring in the Remington and Thurber Avenue areas. These individuals were also alleged to be responsible for other crimes in that area.\n\nSyracuse University Department of Public Safety encourages and reminds the campus community to report all crimes to the Syracuse Police Department (315.442.5222) or to Syracuse University Department of Public Safety (315.443.2224). If you would like to anonymously report NON-EMERGENCY information to DPS, please use the Silent Witness tool, available at: http://publicsafety.syr.edu/html/silent_witness.html\n\nIMMEDIATELY report emergencies or suspicious activities, persons and vehicles.\n\nFor Public Safety dial 315.443.2224 or #78 (from a cell phone); if you are in a situation where you cannot safely make a phone call, send a text message to 711@syr.edu; for Syracuse Police dial 911.\n\nYour quick reporting may help prevent others from becoming victims.\n\nThis public safety information is issued for your safety in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.",
      "isVerbatimConfirmed": true,
      "sourceUrl": "https://dps.syr.edu/2016/10/28/public-safety-notice-update-arrests-made-in-off-campus-strong-arm-robbery/",
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    }
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