Duke Alert: Robbery Reported at Anderson and Yearby Monday Night

Suspect carried knife, last seen running into Duke Gardens

Monday, June 22, 2009

print | email |

Durham, NC -- On Monday, June 22, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a robbery was reported by two individuals at the intersection of Anderson and Yearby streets. The suspect reportedly approached the victims with a small knife and demanded money. The suspect was last seen fleeing into Duke Gardens. The suspect is described as a male standing six feet tall and weighing between 170-180 lbs. At the time of the incident, the suspect was wearing a Halloween mask, a black t-shirt and baggy jeans.

There were no injuries reported.

If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the Duke University Police Department at 684-2444. SafeRides are available to members of the Duke community by calling 684-SAFE (7233).