SUSPECT #1: Black male, dark complexion, approximately 6'0"-6'1", 27 to 30 years old, approximately 200-210 pounds, unshaven facial hair, unknown hair style, wearing a dark gray hooded sweatshirt (hood was placed over suspect's head) and dark colored blue jeans.

WEAPON: No weapon used.

VEHICLE:  No vehicle used.

SYNOPSIS: At 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 the complainant was walking to his vehicle in 19F towards the Power Plant when he was approached by the suspect.  The suspect called the complainant over to him then grabbed the complainant by the front of his shirt and shoved him against the Power Plant wall.  The suspect told the complainant to give him his wallet and the keys to his vehicle.  The suspect fled on foot in an unknown direction.  A search of the campus and surrounding area was conducted and the suspect was not located. An investigation is ongoing.

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All faculty, staff and students are encouraged to be alert and to be cautious of their surroundings on and away from campus.

In any emergency situation, or if you see suspicious activity, call 9-1-1. For more information on staying safe and your role in preventing crime, please visit the website of the University of Houston Department of Public Safety at www.uh.edu/police.

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