Penn College News

Crime Alert: Students Report Being Robbed at Gunpoint Off Campus

Monday, January 23, 2006

Pennsylvania College of Technology students reported being robbed at gunpoint Sunday night at approximately 8:30 p.m. at an off-campus apartment on West Fourth Street. The incident was reported approximately one hour later to the Williamsport Bureau of Police. A search of the area was conducted; no other evidence was found. The students were not injured.

All students, faculty and staff should be alert for suspicious persons and potentially dangerous situations on and off campus. Be security-conscious, and keep doors locked at all times. At night, walk on well-lighted sidewalks and walkways. Park as close as possible to any buildings you intend to enter. If possible, walk with another person. Call Penn College Police for an escort to any on-campus destination, if needed.

This and other Penn College Police "Crime Alerts" are posted here.