HOUSTON – A University of Houston student was robbed at gunpoint late Monday night, marking the latest in a series of violent incidents on campus. The attack has sparked growing concerns among students and parents, with many calling on the university to take stronger action to improve campus security.
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According to an alert sent by the university around 9:15 p.m., four suspects approached a person at the METRO bus stop at University Drive and Martin Luther King Boulevard. One of the suspects, armed with a silver semi-automatic pistol, demanded the victim’s phone. After the victim complied, the group fled the scene.
This incident follows a string of attacks last week, including two separate assaults in the Welcome Center parking garage and another on a METRO rail platform. University police have arrested at least one individual in connection with a sexual assault in the garage, though officials confirmed that the suspect is not linked to the other robberies.
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With safety concerns mounting, students and parents are urging the university to take immediate action.
“I worry about my safety all the time,” said Aisha Freeman, a UH student. “I literally have pepper spray—I didn’t really feel the need to use it before, but you never know now. And that’s not OK. I’m glad they have more security, but I wish steps were taken before Friday.”
Jaslyn Webb, another student, echoed those concerns.
“For the amount of money we pay in tuition, security should definitely be increased,” she said.
In response to the recent violence, a protest is scheduled for noon at Butler Plaza, where students and community members plan to demand stronger safety measures from university officials.