Police officers with the City of Santa Cruz and UC Santa Cruz responded at 3 a.m. January 30 to an armed robbery at the 7-Eleven on Cardiff Place. The suspect pointed a silver handgun at the clerk and fled the store with an undisclosed amount of money to a car in the area. The suspect is described as a clean-shaven white male with blue eyes in his mid-to-late 20's who is about 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighing 200 pounds. He was in all black clothing.
The suspect left the scene in a newer model — possibly four-door — black Honda Civic, with white or clear taillights, driven by someone else. They were last seen driving west on High Street.
The suspects remain at-large, and the investigation continues.
Anyone who may be a witness to this robbery or has information regarding this crime is encouraged to call the UC Santa Cruz Police Department at 831-459-2231, ext. 1 or the City of Santa Cruz Police Department at 831-420-5800.
The City of Santa Cruz Anonymous Tip Line can be reached at 831-420-5995. Additionally, anonymous texts can be sent to the Santa Cruz Police Department.
Safety Tips
No action or inaction by a crime victim makes that person responsible for his or her victimization. Perpetrators are responsible for crimes and their effects.
- If you feel you or others are in danger, immediately call 911.
- Immediately report all crimes, suspicious people, activity or information to the UC Santa Cruz Police Department.
- Be alert to your surroundings. Your actions can help prevent others from becoming victims. Attempt to keep a safe distance from strangers.
- Whenever possible, please remember to lock you vehicle. Keep valuables secured and out of sight.
- Trust your instincts. If something or someone makes you uneasy, tell someone, avoid the person or leave the area.
- Encourage friends to travel in pairs or with trusted companions, especially at night or in remote areas.
- Use the Night Safety Escort Program, Monday through Thursday evening from 8:30 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. by calling 831-459-2231. More information can be found online.
Campus Resources
For students, a range of support services is available through the Cowell Student Health Center, including personal counseling through Counseling and Psychological Services and support through a Confidential Victim Advocate. More information can be found online.
For student and employees, the Office of Harassment and Discrimination, Prevention and Investigation Unit can provide assistance and can be reached at 831-459-2462.
For employees, the Employee Assistance Program can provide personal counseling and support. More information can be found online.
Report all in-progress crimes by calling 911.
This bulletin is in compliance with 20 U.S.C. Section 1092 (f), the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" ("Clery Act"), and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
