NEWS

Safety Report: 2/13/2017

By Ivan Flores
Staff Writer

Student robbed at gunpoint on campus

A WCC student was robbed at gunpoint last Thursday, according school authorities. The robbery occurred in parking lot 4 outside of the Business Education building around 2:40 p.m.

Scott Hilden, chief of Campus Safety, said the victim was looking to purchase a cellphone. The victim entered a gray sedan to conduct the transaction with the driver. A third person wearing a ski mask and holding a gun jumped in the back of the car and demanded the victim’s wallet and cellphone. The victim complied and quickly left the vehicle to seek help. The suspects fled the area.

The case has been handed over to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Department for investigation.

Two harassment cases reported

Security also received reports of two cases of harassment on campus.
One reported incident took place Jan. 31 at the Liberal Arts and Science Building. The second took place Jan. 30 at the Student Center.

Other details were not available.

 Tips from Scott Hilden
  • Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings
  • Avoid isolated areas
  • Walk purposfully, stand tall, and make eye contact with people around you
  • Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable in a situation, leave.

Comments

comments

Ivan Flores

Recent Posts

Students scavenge for sustainability

Alice McGuire Staff Writer The April 2 morning rush of students made it difficult for…

2 weeks ago

WCC tackles plastic problem

Panel discussion takes place to combat issues Tahura Badar Contributor A diverse panel of experts…

2 weeks ago

Photo instructor snaps and strums

WCC teacher Michael Smith practices music and photography Alisa Chmerenko Contributor Michael Smith is a…

2 weeks ago

The Voice takes home 17 awards at MCCPA ceremony at Central Michigan 

The Washtenaw Voice The Washtenaw Voice was acknowledged by the Michigan Community College Press Association…

2 weeks ago

Comic: “We have a date on April 8”

Charlie Trumbull Washtenaw Voice        

2 weeks ago

“Jolene” versus “JOLENE:” how Beyoncé is shaping a genre

Lily Cole Deputy Editor “Cowboy Carter” Beyoncé dropped the highly anticipated “Cowboy Carter” album on…

2 weeks ago