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Rain and wind gusts of 20 to 30 mph are possible across central NC on Friday

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A Duke graduate student reported to the Durham Police Department being the victim of a strong-armed robbery around on Monday afternoon on Pettigrew Street near the Center for Documentary Studies.

The suspect is described as a male, medium-dark skin tone, late 20’s, dreadlocks with a black bandana, black hoodie and blue jeans. He did not display a weapon and took the victim’s car.

If anyone saw the individual described yesterday around this location / time, you are encouraged to contact the Duke Police at 919-684-2444 or Durham CrimeStoppers at (919) 683-1200.

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A line of storms is expected to pass through Triangle area Friday

A line of strong storms is expected to pass through the Triangle area late Friday afternoon

[Update: Thursday, April 7, 2022: 6:10 p.m.]

The tornado watch has been canceled for Durham and the surrounding area.

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The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Durham and Wake counties until 9 p.m. on Thursday.

A watch means conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes in and close to the watch area.

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Durham Police arrested 25-year-old Jaquan Marquise Smith on Friday for a string of home invasions and robberies in apartments near Duke University’s campus.

Two of the incidents involved Duke students and occurred on February 6 and March 2 of this year. In each incident, the victims were forced into their apartment and held at gunpoint while individuals robbed them of phones, electronics, money, and other valuables. None of the victims were injured during the crimes.

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The incident occurred Tuesday on Gattis Street near the old Laundry Building

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[Updated: Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021]

Authorities have identified the man found dead on Duke’s campus on Sunday, and the family has been notified. The deceased had no known affiliation with Duke, and no foul play was suspected.

“We have been in touch with the family and want to express our deep sympathies for their loss,” said Kyle Cavanaugh, vice president for Administration. “Out of respect for the family, we will not be releasing any other details regarding this case.”

[Original Post: Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021]

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