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CRIME ALERT: Off Campus Armed Robbery - May 14, 2017

On Sunday, 5/14/17, at approximately 1:03 a.m., a robbery involving an armed suspect was reported to the Birmingham Police Department (BPD).  The robbery occurred off campus near the Dreamland Bar-B-Que restaurant at 12th Avenue and 14th Street South.  The suspects were described as two black males, who fled the scene in a white Honda vehicle.

At this time, it is unknown whether the victim is UAB affiliated.  The BPD is investigating the case. The UAB Police Department will follow up to ascertain any and all pertinent information regarding the case.

Please see the previous robbery tips listed as helpful reminders should you become involved in a robbery or an attempted robbery.

If you see anything suspicious, please call the UAB Police at 205- 934-4434.

Tips in the event you are involved in a robbery:

REMAIN CALM. DO NOT RESIST.
  • Do not try to be a hero. Take no action that would jeopardize your own safety.
  • Follow the robber's directions, but do not volunteer more than he asks for.
  • Advise the robber of any unusual moves you must make. Assure him you will cooperate.
  • If the robber used a hold-up note, try to retain it, and handle it as little as possible.
  • If possible, activate an alarm only if you can do so safely without detection.
  • MAKE MENTAL NOTES -- Make a mental note of the robber's race, age, height, sex, clothing, complexion, color of hair and eyes, etc.
  • Note anything unusual about the robber, such as scars or tattoos.
  • Note the number of accomplices and how they left the premises, direction of travel, type and color of the car and the license number.
  • Note type, size and color of the weapon.
  • Watch where the robber puts his or her hands or whether he or she touches anything. Fingerprints might be left behind.



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