A suspect attempted an aggravated assault with a weapon early Sunday morning in the pedestrian tunnel on East Campus Mall, prompting an ongoing investigation by the City of Madison Police Department.
The incident was reported at 12:48 a.m. on April 27 and is believed to have taken place around 12:41 a.m., according to a campus-wide email sent out on April 30. Authorities say there is no known connection between the suspect and the victims.
Recommended precautions include walking in groups using well-lit routes, remaining aware of surroundings and calling 911 to report any suspicious activity. Individuals who feel unsafe walking alone are encouraged to seek a safe place or call for a ride.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department also advises to comply without resistance to avoid harm if someone demands your property.
Alaina Walsh is the city news editor for The Daily Cardinal. She formally served as the associates news editor and has covered breaking news on city crimes, a variety of state and campus issues, the 2024 presidential election and the UW-Madison budget. You can follow her on twitter at @alaina_wal4347
