Crime & Safety

Separate Armed Holdups Near Temple May Be Connected: Police

A student who spoke with CBS isn't just worried about getting good grades but also about his safety after he had a gun pointed at him.

(CBS Philadelphia)

December 13, 2022

A Temple University student is opening up about a terrifying incident near campus after a man pointed a gun at his chest, demanding his cellphone and more.

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It was just one of two armed holdups that have happened near the university over the past week.

Finals week at Temple University began last week, but the student who spoke with CBS Philadelphia isn't just worried about getting good grades but also about his safety after he had a gun pointed at his chest during a walk home.

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