The University of Arkansas Police Department is looking into a robbery that took place around 2 p. m. Monday close to the Bell Engineering Center and Science‑Engineering Hall. An alert was sent to students, explaining that a person had taken property from someone in the area.

Assistant Police Chief Matt Mills said no weapons were used during the incident. He also noted that police are still working on the investigation and do not have more details to share right now.

The person suspected of the robbery is described as a male with a light or fair skin tone. He was seen wearing a purple shirt and reportedly fled south from the scene after the theft.

Students who see someone matching that description are urged to be careful and report any sightings. Contact information is provided: call 911, dial (479) 575‑2222, or use the university’s SafeZone app to alert campus police.

The department stresses that any information could help catch the suspect and keep the campus safe. Students are encouraged to stay alert and cooperate with authorities if they have any clues.


# University of Arkansas Police Investigate Late‑Afternoon Robbery

The **University of Arkansas Police Department** is currently looking into a robbery that occurred around 2 p.m. Monday near the Bell Engineering Center and Science‑Engineering Hall.

- **Incident Details**  
  - A person took property from someone in the area.  
  - No weapons were used, according to Assistant Police Chief **Matt Mills**.

- **Suspect Description**  
  - Male, light or fair skin tone.  
  - Wearing a purple shirt.  
  - Fled south from the scene.

- **What Students Should Do**  
  - If you see someone matching this description, stay cautious and report it.  
  - Call **911**, dial **(479) 575‑2222**, or use the university’s **SafeZone** app to alert campus police.

The department stresses that any information could help catch the suspect and keep the campus safe. Students are encouraged to stay alert and cooperate with authorities if they have any clues.



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