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On Saturday, September 27, 2025, at approximately 1:41 PM, SFPD and SFSU police officers responded to a report of an armed robbery that had occurred in the area of University Park North across the street from 155 Buckingham Way, next to the Stonestown Mall parking garage entrance (3251 20th Avenue) near Round 1 Arcade/Target.
The victim, who is not an SFSU community member, reported that at approximately 1:31 PM they were asleep inside their vehicle, when two masked subjects approached the vehicle. One subject was armed with what appeared to be a handgun, and the other a knife. The subjects took the victim’s phone and wallet before entering a white colored older model sedan, possibly a Scion TC. The subjects drove away towards 19th Avenue.
The San Francisco Police Department is continuing with the investigation.
If anyone saw or heard any part of this incident or may have further suspect information, contact SFPD at (415) 553-0123. You can also contact the UPD at (415) 338-2222 or on the anonymous tip line at (415) 338-3030.
In response to this incident, UPD is increasing patrols in this area of campus. Members of the SF State community are encouraged to remain alert and observant; please report any suspicious or concerning activity to UPD immediately. If you feel unsafe, contact UPD.
UPD encourages students, staff and faculty to use the SafeWalk service, previously known as safety escorts, offered by the UPD as part of a broader personal safety management plan. Call (415) 338-7200 to arrange for a SafeWalk.
Please contact UPD at (415) 338-7200 or visit our website at http://upd.sfsu.edu/ for additional information.