Information Regarding a Criminal Incident
07/16/09
Assault - Seattle Campus
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On July 16, 2009, at 3:43 AM two male UW students were walking westbound on NE 47th Street when at 19th Ave NE they noticed a group of 3 to 4 males across the street. Words were exchanged between the two groups, resulting in one of the students being attacked. A witness stepped in and stopped the fight, the suspects ran off. The victim sustained injuries to his mouth and face and was treated at the scene, and later at the UW Medical Center.
SPD Officers conducted an area check and located three possible suspects. The victim and witness were transported to their location, one suspect was positively identified. The suspect was booked into King County Jail. The other two were identified and released.
This incident is being investigated by the Seattle Police Department under incident number 2009-245881.
If you have any additional information about this crime please call the Seattle Police Department at 206-625-5011.
Prevention tips for incidents such as this:
- Be aware of your environment and alter for possible danger.
- Remove yourself from potentially dangerous situations as soon as possible.
- Walk with a group.
- Avoid confrontations with strangers.
Contact the University of Washington Police Crime Prevention Unit at 206-543-9338 or the North Precinct's Crime Prevention Coordinator at 206-684-7711 for additional crime prevention information.
