Police investigating after students robbed at gunpoint near Temple University

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A group of Temple University students was robbed at gunpoint while waiting in line for a house party near campus Saturday night, according to police.

Investigators say the armed robbery happened around 8:45 p.m. on the 1700 block of Edgley Street, near Diamond Street.

Police say the group, consisting of six students between the ages of 18 to 21, was lined up outside of the house to hear live music when four male suspects in hoodies approached them.

The suspects pressed a gun to the head of one of the victims and demanded money.

Police say the suspects stole cell phones, wallets, bank cards, IDs and $120.

Even though the robbery happened just off of campus, students say they're learning where to hang out and which areas are probably best to avoid.

"Edgley really isn't the safest. It doesn't help that Diamond Street is right there. A lot of stuff can happen there. It could be a better situation," student Ayden Russell said.

"When you go to parties, I feel like you should also check your surroundings and check who's around you because looks can be deceiving," Tynaiza Clark of North Philadelphia said.

Police say none of the victims were hurt.

Students and those who have friends who go to Temple say it's something they think about and don't want to experience.

"I feel like Temple, they believe they're doing all they could, but I feel like they could be doing more," Temple junior Jen Hilmer said.

Hilmer said Temple sent out an email about the robbery. The details shocked her.

"Just something like that, it's really scary to know and something that makes you want to be more aware of your surroundings in that social setting," Hilmer said.

"I'm not a student around here but I got a lot of friends that are and some people that come from other parts of the city and are like what's going on? But if you're from here, it's something you commonly hear," William Perez from Northeast Philadelphia said.

Temple says the Dean of Students called the victims Sunday, offering support and resources including counseling.

Hilmer says she doesn't feel safe walking at night.

"I like to study at the library, and I'll be on my way back from the library and a lot just happens -- like noises, a lot of cops cars," Hilmer said.

There are ongoing efforts to combat crime on campus. Temple has blue emergency boxes all around campus, police patrols and shuttle services for students who don't feel safe walking.

Police say there is surveillance video in the neighborhood that may show the armed robbery. They're hoping it will help in identifying the suspects.