You may be aware of three armed robberies reported in the past week in Arlington. The most recent incident occurred south of our main campus, south of West Park Row Drive.

Although none of the incidents took place on campus property, each happened in the surrounding area. The Arlington Police Department is investigating, and we are assisting as requested. Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to call 817-459-5800.

For your safety, additional campus police and public safety officer patrols have been added around and across campus, and security escorts are available 24 hours a day to accompany you to your campus destination by calling 817-272-3381.

We urge you to be vigilant, to avoid walking alone after dark, and to take heightened personal security precautions. In two of the reported incidents, the victim was focused on a cellphone when the suspect approached.

Please know that we place the highest value on the safety and security of our campus and the entire UT Arlington community.

Thank you for your cooperation and support.