Masked Gunman Robs UMKC Student

Things are getting rough at the city college . . . Here's a peek at a recent robbery that has sent shock waves through the campus and raised questions about security.

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Approximately 4:40 a.m. Friday, a masked man reportedly pointed a black pistol at a woman in the education building, 615 E. 52nd St., and demanded money.

She complied, and the suspect fled. She was not injured, officials said.

"Safety on campus is a top priority, and this is the first report of an armed robbery in more than 15 years on the Volker Campus," a university spokesperson said.

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