Duke Alert: Armed Robbery Reported Saturday in Duke Gardens

Duke Police have issued an "all clear" following an armed robbery in Duke Gardens this afternoon.

On Saturday, at approximately 12:45 pm, an armed robbery was reported in Duke Gardens.

The suspect is described as a black male, 6-feet, thin to medium build, late 30’s, clean shaven, short to medium hair, black sweat shirt, dark blue jeans. Armed with knife and taser.

If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the Duke University Police Department at 919-684-2444.

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