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Crime Alert: Armed Robbery Reported Near Swift Ave.

No injuries reported

An armed robbery was reported early Friday at 1:40 a.m. near 301 Swift Avenue. Two suspects, one of whom had a handgun, approached the victim and demanded money.The suspect then left the scene, and no injuries were reported.

One suspect was described as a male, dark complexion, and tall. The second suspect was described as a dark complexion male and shorter than the first. Both were wearing dark clothing. The two suspects left in a gold colored car heading toward N.C. Highway 147.

Duke Police encouraged individuals to travel together and use Duke Transit to move around campus late at night.

Officials urge anyone with information related to this incident to contact the Duke University Police Department at (919) 684-2444. Report suspicious activity to 911.