Armed robbery triggers security alarm on University of Chicago campus

CHICAGO – An armed robbery occurred on the University of Chicago campus, triggering a police security alert.

The incident occurred at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday at 6024 South Dorchester Avenue.

According to UChicago police, the victim, who has no affiliation with the university, was walking on the sidewalk when he was approached by two suspects.

One of the suspects indicated he had a gun and demanded the victim’s possession, police said. The victim handed over his belongings and the suspects then fled in a white Kia.

The suspects’ vehicle has an Illinois license plate that reads “EF32019.”

No injuries were reported and the investigation is ongoing.

A security alert was issued to the university community, urging those on campus to remain alert and aware of their surroundings at all times.

Anyone with additional information about the incident or who witnesses suspicious activity is asked to call 911 or the University of Chicago Police Department at 123 from a university phone or at 773-702-8181.