3 Robbed at Gunpoint in University of Michigan Arboretum

Police searching for suspects after late-night incident in popular campus nature area

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:58pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a discarded handgun cartridge on the ground, the metallic casing reflecting the harsh light and creating a gritty, investigative aesthetic.A stark reminder of the dangers that can lurk in even the most serene campus settings.Ann Arbor Today

Three people were robbed at gunpoint while walking through the University of Michigan's Nichols Arboretum late Thursday night. According to police, a group of five individuals approached the victims around 11:45 p.m. on April 9, and one person drew a handgun during the incident, though it's unclear if the person with the gun was a victim or a suspect. Minor injuries were reported, and police are still searching for the suspects.

Why it matters

The University of Michigan Arboretum is a popular outdoor space for students, faculty, and the local community, and this armed robbery incident raises concerns about safety and security in the area. The university and local police will likely increase patrols and review safety protocols in response to the incident.

The details

The three victims were walking through the arboretum near the 500 block of Oxford Road when they were approached by a group of five people. One person in the group drew a handgun during the incident, though it's unclear if that person was a victim or a suspect. Minor injuries were reported, but police did not provide further details. University of Michigan and Ann Arbor police searched the area but were unable to locate the suspects.

  • The incident occurred around 11:45 p.m. on April 9, 2026.

The players

University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security

The campus police department responsible for law enforcement and emergency response on the University of Michigan campus.

Ann Arbor Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that assisted the University of Michigan police in responding to the incident.

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What’s next

University and local police are continuing to investigate the incident and search for the suspects. They are likely to increase patrols and review safety protocols in the arboretum area.

The takeaway

This armed robbery in a popular campus nature area is a concerning incident that highlights the need for improved safety and security measures to protect students, faculty, and the community who use the University of Michigan Arboretum.