WESTWOOD—On Sunday, March 5, a University of California – Los Angeles staff member was robbed at gunpoint while walking on the 1100 block of Westwood Boulevard, a UCLA Police Department Crime Alert indicated. 

At 5:45 a.m., the victim was walking on Westwood Boulevard near Lindbrook Avenue, when a vehicle – described as a red, two-door, 2018 or newer Chevrolet Camaro with a hardtop and black hood, pulled up beside her. Inside the vehicle were two suspects. The passenger suspect exited the vehicle, brandished a gray handgun and stole the victim’s phone, wallet and backpack, the UCLA PD indicated. The suspects fled in the vehicle heading southbound on Westwood Boulevard. 

The victim – whose identity has not been disclosed – was not injured. 

The first suspect is described as a Black male, standing 5 foot and 8 inches tall, was wearing a ski mask and unknown clothing. The second suspect driving the car is described as a Black male. No further description was available.  

The UCLA Police Department would like to remind the campus community to:

  • Dial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.
  • For non-emergencies, program the UCLA PD 24-hour phone number into your cell phone – 310-825-1491
  • Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
  • Report any suspicious activity to the police
  • Do not leave doors to buildings propped open
  • Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors
  • Avoid poorly-lit or deserted areas when walking at night
  • Utilize the UCLA Safe Ride Service and UCPD CSO evening escorts

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call the campus police at (310) 825 – 1491.