UB Police have new evidence in the investigation into Thursday morning’s armed robbery that occurred near the Creekside Village Apartments on North Campus. Investigators have concluded that the robbery was targeted in nature and not a random act of violence.

“I want to assure the UB community that our campuses are safe — new evidence has led us to the conclusion that Thursday morning’s armed robbery was clearly a targeted incident and there is no residual danger to our students, faculty and staff,” said UB Chief of Police Kim Beaty. “Although we are unable to release further details as we continue our investigation, I felt it prudent to share this update and make clear there is no on-going threat to our community.”

As a precaution, UB Police will continue increased patrols near Creekside Village and the Ellicott Complex through the weekend.

While the investigation continues, anyone with information about this incident is asked to call University Police at 716-645-2222.

Any additional updates about the investigation will be posted at emergency.buffalo.edu.

UB Police responded to a report of an armed robbery early Thursday morning near the Creekside Village Apartments on UB’s North Campus.

At approximately 12:40 a.m., two UB students were outside the Creekside Village Apartments and approached by three unknown individuals. The suspects displayed what appeared to be handguns—described by the victims as possibly fake or plastic weapons—and demanded the victims’ belongings. The suspects punched one victim in the head, stealing the victim’s cell phone and wallet. The second victim reported that their jacket was stolen. The three suspects fled the scene on foot.

The injured victim was evaluated on scene but declined transport. The second victim was not injured.

The three suspects were described by the victims as three Black males: one wearing a black Nike sweatsuit with burgundy shoes, one wearing a black Nike sweatsuit with black shoes, and the third wearing a grey sweatsuit with black shoes. All three were wearing ski masks.

University Police have increased patrols in the area and are urging members of the community to remain alert to their surroundings, and promptly report any unusual circumstances or suspicious persons and activities to the University Police as soon as possible.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call University Police at 716-645-2222.

Any additional updates about this investigation will be posted at emergency.buffalo.edu.