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Two assaults were reported at York University on Friday, Nov. 23, 2012. York Security Services responded and the Toronto Police Service is investigating both incidents.
At approximately 7 pm, a York student and an acquaintance were approached on the Ross Podium near the Scott Religious Centre by two male suspects, who demanded if they had drugs for sale. When informed they had none, one of the suspects struck the York student on the head with a metal pipe. The victim was transported by EMS to hospital.
The suspects are described as two black males, one taller than the other. Both were wearing black coats and blue jeans. One suspect was wearing a black hat with the letter A on it.
At 4:45 pm on Friday, a member of the York U Community reported that an unknown suspect approached her and sexually assaulted her as she was walking into Vari Hall, and then immediately fled the scene.
The suspect is described as male, black, approximately 19 years old, 5'10" with a slim build, wearing black pants and a red hoodie under a black jacket.
York Security Services has increased its patrols on campus and is being augmented by Toronto Police Service.
Should you have any information about any incident you are asked to contact Toronto Police Service directly at 416.808.2222. York Security responds to all community calls at 416.736.5333.
York Community members are reminded to always exercise personal safety by:
? Being aware of your surroundings and the people around you
? Report any suspicious persons or behaviour to York Security Services
York University provides the following campus safety services:
- 24/7/365 campus security patrols
- goSAFE foot patrols
- Transportation - Campus Shuttle
- 24/7/365 Monitored CCTV coverage
- Network of Emergency "Blue Light" Telephones
Please refer to the York Security Website for more information or further updates http://www.yorku.ca/security |
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