CLERY NOTICE | Case #: C23-1593 | Date: 12/29/2023

WHAT IS THIS NOTICE

CLERY notices are released by the UC Davis Police Department when certain crimes are reported on or near campus property, in compliance with federal law. These notifications provide information about campus safety situations, and allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. If you would like to learn more about why these alerts are sent to you by the UC Davis Police Department, please visit the CLERY website at https://clerycenter.org/summary-jeanne-clery-act

LOCATION OF INCIDENT | CRIME

Olive Tree Lane bike path between Hutchison Drive and Russell Boulevard / 211 PC - Robbery

SUMMARY OF CRIME | INCIDENT

On 12-29-23 at approximately 5:10 PM, the Victim was walking along the bike path between Russell Boulevard and Hutchison Drive when the Suspect approached him on foot with a folding knife.  The Suspect demanded the Victim’s cell phone and threw aside Victim’s cellphone.  Suspect then demanded Victim’s wallet and pushed the victim down to the ground before running away with the Victim’s wallet.  The suspect was last seen on foot southbound along the bike path before turning West on Hutchison Drive.

Suspect(s):  Hispanic male adult, 5-10 tall, approx. 160 lbs., wearing black North Face hooded jacket, black “covid-style” face mask, and black shoes. Suspect possessed a white handled pocketknife with a 

3-inch silver blade.

This crime is currently unsolved, and an investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about this or similar incidents should call UCDPD at 530-754-COPS (2677). Updates regarding this incident, when and if available, will be posted on the UCDPD website at https://police.ucdavis.edu

CAMPUS COMMUNITY SAFETY TIPS FROM UC DAVIS POLICE

• Always be alert to your surroundings. 
• Be aware of location and situation that will make you vulnerable to crime, especially in darkness. 
• Avoid people and situations that make you nervous – Trust Your Instincts!
• Stay in well-lighted areas as much as possible. 
• Try not to travel alone. Always try to vary your routes to and from work or school.
• Walk confidently and at a steady pace, making eye contact with people when walking.
• Use UC Davis Police Safe Rides after-hours on campus by calling 530-754-COPS or download the free TransLoc App to your smartphone device.
• If you ever feel you or others are in danger, call 911.

If you would like further information about UC Davis Police Department resources, please feel free to visit our website at https://police.ucdavis.edu

Sergeant Ariel Pineda #1019

UC Davis Police Department