Dear Ohio State Community Member:
You are receiving this notice because a crime has occurred that is considered to be of a concern and/or a continuing threat to the campus community.
The purpose of this message is to heighten your safety awareness by providing community members with information necessary to take appropriate precautions, enable you to take actions to help increase your safety, and to aid in the prevention of similar crimes.
On 9/6/2023, at approximately 12:20 a.m., an Ohio State student was walking near the Residence on 10th Residence Hall (230 W. 10th Avenue) when a light colored four-door sedan approached. There were four individuals inside the vehicle. Two males exited the back seat and approached the student. One suspect pointed a gun and demanded his items, including a computer and cell phone. The victim complied and the suspects fled eastbound, away from campus, in the vehicle. No injuries have been reported.
The suspects are believed to be in their teens or early 20s, according to reports. The vehicle used in the crime may be stolen and is a silver, gray or white four-door sedan.
The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) is actively investigating. Anyone with information related to this crime should contact OSUPD by calling 614-292-2121.
Crimes are never the fault of the victim. OSUPD encourages everyone to lock doors and windows. When possible, please walk with friends or coworkers and always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night. If you see something, say something: report suspicious behavior by calling police. Additional safety resources are available at: dps.osu.edu/resources
OSUPD carefully considers information contained in safety notices. All decisions are handled on a case-by-case basis with the safety of our campus community in mind. Law enforcement officers and dispatchers are trained to interview witnesses in an effort to obtain as much information as possible, such as build, hair style, hair color, facial hair, skin tone, eye color, tattoos or identifying marks, teeth, clothing, shoes, etc. OSUPD may limit the use of race, or other descriptors, unless accompanied by a detailed description of the suspect. In an effort to share information in a timely manner, details may be limited and are based on information known or reported at the time of issuance.