DukeALERT: Student reports strong armed robbery near East Campus

A DukeAlert was sent to Duke community members at 4 a.m., reporting a robbery near East Campus.

According to the alert, a student walking back from downtown Durham at approximately 3:10 a.m. was approached by two individuals at Main and Buchanan. The suspects, who did not show a weapon, hit the victim and demanded money.

"The two subjects took his wallet and left," noted the alert. "There is no description of the suspects, and no serious injuries were reported."

Check back for updates on this developing story.

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