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October 1, 2008

Security Alert

At 9:20 p.m., Wednesday, October 1 – University Police found a woman on the street at 5411 South Ellis Avenue. It appears she was struck in the head during an assault. Details are not fully known at this time. The victim was transported to the hospital in serious condition.

Police are investigating.

Today I walked down Ellis Ave. like I usually do to get to classes. Between 54th and 53rd street was a large pool of what appeared to be blood.

I can't believe I live here. As you might expect, I am having trouble concentrating today.