UT Austin student robbed near campus; UTPD investigating
AUSTIN, Texas - Police are investigating after a UT Austin student was robbed on Thursday night.
According to University of Texas police, on Nov. 28, around 8:35 p.m., officers received a report of a robbery that happened in the 2100 block of Comal Street.
The victim, a UT Austin student, said she was robbed around 7:30 p.m.
The victim said she was walking to the new student housing on Comal Street when the suspect approached her on a bike, knocked her down, threatened her, and took her bag.
Police said she did not see a weapon, and the suspect fled the area.
Officers were not able to find the suspect.
He was described as a Black or Hispanic male wearing a red beanie, a dark jacket, dark pants, and white shoes. He was riding a white or silver bicycle.
UTPD would like to remind the university community of the following safety tips:
- Call 911 in an emergency
- Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
- Report any suspicious activity to the police
The Source: Information for this report is from The University of Texas at Austin Police Department