SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Two attempted robberies in the past week targeted students of Sacramento's C.K. McClatchy High School, the school's principal Andrea Egan said in a letter to parents.
In her letter, Egan said that on two separate occasions in the past week, students walking in the neighborhood surrounding the school have become victims of attempted robberies both happening between 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.
The attempted robberies were described by Egan as "dangerous," adding that the male suspects were wearing ski masks during the attempted robberies.
- According to Sacramento Police, the first incident was reported around 4 p.m. Oct. 26 in the 2900 block of Riverside Boulevard. In that attempted robbery, the victim was shot with a BB or pellet gun.
- The second happened around 5:30 p.m. Oct. 27 in the area of 5th Street and Vallejo Street. The suspects, who were armed, stole the victim's property and left the scene.
"This is a reminder for students and parents to plan walking routes home, consider always walking with a friend, be aware of your surroundings, and arrive home before it's dark," the letter said. "Please report any suspicious activity to law enforcement and the school administration."
Frank Honkanen has grandchildren who attend McClatchy High School.
“I’m scared for my grandchildren. It’s not good,” Honkanen said.“In today’s world, we all have to be vigilant and aware of what’s going on.”
School officials say the incidents have been reported to the Sacramento Police Department which is now investigating. No students were injured during the attempted robberies.
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