A man was reportedly held at gunpoint at the West lower patio of the M building at San Diego City College on Sept. 12 at 11:41 a.m., authorities said.

The victim was approached by a suspect from behind and couldn’t see the suspect as he was told not to turn around, according to a statement from the San Diego Community College District Police Department. The victim heard a noise that sounded like a gun being cocked. The suspect had the victim remove everything from his pockets and told him to walk away.

College police ask members of the campus community to report emergencies, suspicious activities, and/or crimes which have occurred on or near campus by calling (619) 388-6405, or the San Diego Police Department at (619) 531-2000, or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-TIPS.

Safety escorts are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling (619) 388-6405.