Here is the alert:

At approximately 9:45 p.m., a female student reported that while walking across Lot R along Iroquois Drive she was grabbed from behind by a male and pushed to the ground in an apparent strong-arm robbery attempt. The male is about 5 feet 10 inches tall and was wearing a black leather jacket. This is the second reported incident in this vicinity within the last 3 days.

As a precautionary measure, a heightened University Police presence will be noticed on campus. Additional escorts are available and campus patrols have been increased.

University Police asks all faculty, staff, and students to use extreme caution when walking at night and to report any unusual activities to extension 6333 or (716) 878-6333.

Some safety reminders:

• Do not walk alone.
• Use the safe escort program to walk or ride to your car, especially at night. Additional escorts are now available. Call (716) 878-6333 for assistance.
• Lock your car at all times.
• Take your valuables with you or lock them in the trunk.
• Use anti-theft and safety devices, including remote key access for lighting, car alarms, and steering wheel locks.
• Use the nearest blue-light phone to call extension 6333 for the Motorist Assistance Program van for help with minor, on-campus car problems (dead battery, flat tire, no gas, locked out).
• Note and remember the location of blue-light phones

Be Careful…