Four students were victims of an armed robbery that occurred on Long Drive this morning. No injuries were reported. Winston-Salem police have responded and there is no longer an immediate threat.
Wake Forest students’ safety and security are the university’s top priority. Anyone with information that may be helpful in this investigation, contact the University Police at (336) 758- 5911. Anonymous tips can be made to University Police through the LiveSafe app or the Silent Witness form on the University Police website. Safety and security resources for the WFU community are available here.
Campus Emergencies
The Wake Alert website is the primary information source during an emergency at Wake Forest. Updates and information will appear on this site. Other options include:
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- Alerts on X
- Alerts on Facebook
- Sign up for Text Alerts (WFU students & employees only)
- Alerts through Wake Safe app
University Police
- Call 911 from campus phone
- Call 336.758.5911 from cell phone or off-campus phone
For non-emergency contact information, visit the University Police website. Download the Wake Safe app for other options. If you wish to provide information anonymously, do so through “Silent Witness.”
Counseling
- WFU Counseling Center: 336.758.5273
- Chaplain: 336.758.5210
- Employee Assistance Program: 336.716.5493
Media
Call 336.758.5237 to reach University Marketing and Communications. Calls will be returned as the situation permits.
Preparedness & Response
Be prepared for emergencies and understand more about communication and response by reviewing topics on this site, including: