DeKalb Police made four arrests in relation to the aggravated battery and robbery, which occurred Monday at approximately 6:58 p.m. The incident took place in the 900 block of Ridge Drive, according to an NIU Incident Update sent at 4:51 p.m. by NIU Police.

On Monday, two victims reported four to five people, described as dark-skinned and wearing masks, robbed them of personal property and subsequently fled the area on foot, according to an Oct. 15 Northern Star article.

Of the arrested, Kajuannis Riggins, 23, of DeKalb; Brandon Gordon, 21, of DeKalb; Malik Jones, 21, of DeKalb, have been charged. One 16-year-old juvenile was arrested, and police are continuing to investigate the case, according to the NIU Police Incident Update.

Police are advising individuals who live in, or who must travel through, that area to exercise caution. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400.

Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.