2009 Crime Alert Archive

TO:            MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        Burglary

LOCATION:        6000 Block of Pershing

DATE/TIME:        December 23, 2009 at about 9:30am   

SPECIFICS:     Unknown suspect forced open the doors to two apartments.  A resident heard the suspect and called Police.  Suspect fled when he realized the apartment was occupied.  No one was physically injured.  Entry was made through a rear basement door.

SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:    Subject wearing a red shirt; nothing further available.

PRECAUTIONS:
We recommend you take the following precautions:
·    Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police at 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
·    LOCK YOUR APARTMENT DOOR, even when you are at home.
·    Lock the windows to your apartment.  If you have a sliding glass door, secure it further by placing a piece of wood in the track to prevent it from opening.
·    Never prop open exterior doors or gates.  If you see a door propped, close it.
·    Don’t allow people you do not know to “tailgate” behind you into the building.
·    When someone knocks at your door, don’t open it unless you know your visitor.
·    If the person is a maintenance person, ask that identification be slipped under the door or through the mail slot.  Call the employer to verify that maintenance work was scheduled to be performed.  Refuse to deal with anyone who won’t comply with this request.
·    Someone may knock at your door to use the telephone.  Never open the door.  Take the message and make the call for them.
·    If you arrive home to find your door ajar, hear unusual sounds or believe your apartment has been broken into, DON’T GO IN!  Go to a telephone and call the Police.
·    When you are away from your residence, leave your interior lights on.

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the St. Louis Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact St. Louis Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions should be taken.
Issued:  December 23, 2009


CRIME ADVISORY

TO:            MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        ASSAULT

LOCATION:        700 Block of Syracuse

SPECIFICS:     A female resident of a Washington University owned apartment building was physically assaulted in the basement laundry facility of the building.  The assault is believed to have occurred on Sunday, December 20, 2009.  University City Police are investigating.
SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:    Unknown at this time

PRECAUTIONS:
We recommend you take the following precautions:
·    Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police at 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
·    LOCK YOUR APARTMENT DOOR, even when you are at home.
·    Lock the windows to your apartment.  If you have a sliding glass door, secure it further by placing a piece of wood in the track to prevent it from opening.
·    Never prop open exterior doors or gates, including doors accessing laundry facilities.  If you see a door propped, close it.
·    When possible, avoid using laundry facilities while alone or after dark.
·    Don’t allow people you do not know to “tailgate” behind you into the building.
·    When someone knocks at your door, don’t open it unless you know your visitor.
·    If the person is a maintenance person, ask that identification be slipped under the door or through the mail slot.  Call the employer to verify that maintenance work was scheduled to be performed.  Refuse to deal with anyone who won’t comply with this request.
·    Someone may knock at your door to use the telephone.  Never open the door.  Take the message and make the call for them.
·    If you arrive home to find your door ajar, hear unusual sounds or believe your apartment has been broken into, DON’T GO IN!  Go to a telephone and call the Police.
·    When you are away from your residence, leave your interior lights on.

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the University City at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact University City Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions should be taken.
Issued:  December 21, 2009

CRIME ADVISORY

TO:               MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:         Burglary

LOCATION:         6100 Blocks of Waterman and McPherson

SPECIFICS:        Resident of 2 apartments located in the 6100 block of
                  Waterman and 6100 block of McPherson reported doors which
                  had been forced open and some electronic items removed.
                  Incidents occurred between Friday and Saturday.

PRECAUTIONS:
We recommend you take the following precautions:
·     Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police at 9-1-1
or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
·     LOCK YOUR APARTMENT DOOR, even when you are at home.
·     Lock the windows to your apartment.  If you have a sliding glass
door, secure it further by placing a piece of wood in the track to prevent
it from opening.
·     Never prop open exterior doors or gates.  If you see a door propped,
close it.
·     Don’t allow people you do not know to “tailgate” behind you into the
building.
·     When someone knocks at your door, don’t open it unless you know your
visitor.
·     If the person is a maintenance person, ask that identification be
slipped under the door or through the mail slot.  Call the employer to
verify that maintenance work was scheduled to be performed.  Refuse to deal
with anyone who won’t comply with this request.
·     Someone may knock at your door to use the telephone.  Never open the
door.  Take the message and make the call for them.
·     If you arrive home to find your door ajar, hear unusual sounds or
believe your apartment has been broken into, DON’T GO IN!  Go to a
telephone and call the Police.
·     When you are away from your residence, leave your interior lights on.

RESPONSE:         Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the
St. Louis Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact
St. Louis Police if you have any information that might assist in this
investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as
  a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions
                             should be taken.
                        Issued:  December 14, 2009

CRIME ADVISORY

TO:               MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:         Burglary

LOCATION:         6800 block of Kingsbury

DATE/TIME:        Friday, November 13 between 5pm and 6pm

SPECIFICS:        Resident of an apartment located in the 6800 block of
                  Kingsbury reported someone entered an apartment (possibly
                  through an unlocked window) while the victim was gone and
                  removed several items.  Occurred between 5pm and 6pm on
                  Friday evening.

PRECAUTIONS:
We recommend you take the following precautions:
·     Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police at 9-1-1
or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
·     LOCK YOUR APARTMENT DOOR, even when you are at home.
·     Lock the windows to your apartment.  If you have a sliding glass
door, secure it further by placing a piece of wood in the track to prevent
it from opening.
·     Never prop open exterior doors or gates.  If you see a door propped,
close it.
·     Don’t allow people you do not know to “tailgate” behind you into the
building.
·     When someone knocks at your door, don’t open it unless you know your
visitor.
·     If the person is a maintenance person, ask that identification be
slipped under the door or through the mail slot.  Call the employer to
verify that maintenance work was scheduled to be performed.  Refuse to deal
with anyone who won’t comply with this request.
·     Someone may knock at your door to use the telephone.  Never open the
door.  Take the message and make the call for them.
·     If you arrive home to find your door ajar, hear unusual sounds or
believe your apartment has been broken into, DON’T GO IN!  Go to a
telephone and call the Police.
·     When you are away from your residence, leave your interior lights on.

RESPONSE:         Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the
University City at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact
University City Police if you have any information that might assist in
this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as
  a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions
                             should be taken.
                        Issued:  November 16, 2009

TO:            MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        Robbery

LOCATION:        6800 block of Kingsbury

WHEN:        Thursday, October 22, at about 10:20pm

SPECIFICS:             On Thursday, October 22 at about 10:20pm, a female was robbed as she walked up to the front door of her apartment building in the 6800 block of Kingsbury.  The female was talking on her cell phone when a subject approached from behind and said “excuse me”.  The victim turned and observed the suspect was holding a handgun.  The suspect demanded her purse; the victim screamed; the suspect grabbed the purse; and the victim was knocked to the ground.  The suspect then fled.  The victim was not physically injured.  The suspect is believed to have fled in a vehicle as described below.
SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:    Black male; approximately 6 feet in height; wearing a skull cap;

SUSPECT
VEHICLE:        Silver Toyota Camry

PRECAUTIONS:
·    If you are confronted by a thief, give them what they want and don’t chase them as they leave.  Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to the Police.
·    Avoid walking or jogging alone and never walk or jog alone after dark.
·    Always choose a well-lit path and avoid dark or vacant areas.
·    Carry a whistle to summon help.
·    Be alert to your surroundings.  If you suspect you are being followed, run in a different direction; go to the other side of the street and yell or whistle for help; or head quickly to a lighted area, a group of people, or an Emergency Telephone.
·    Be extra cautious if someone approaches your car and asks for information.

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the University City Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact University City Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions should be taken. We each play an important role toward ensuring our own safety and that of our community.
Issued:    October 23, 200


CRIME ALERT


TO:               MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:         Attempted Robbery

LOCATION:         6100 block of Pershing

DATE/TIME:        Monday, October 5 at about 8:25pm

SPECIFICS:        Victim was walking in the alley in the 6100 block of
                  Pershing at about 8:25pm Monday night when he was
                  approached by the suspect who demanded his property.  The
                  victim fled on foot and did not have any property taken.
                  No weapon was displayed and the victim was not physically
                  injured.

SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:      Black male; 18-25 years of age; 5’08-5’09 inches in
                  height; medium complexion; wearing a black long-sleeve
                  shirt and black pants

PRECAUTIONS:
·     Avoid walking or jogging alone and never walk or jog alone after
dark.
·     Always choose a well-lit path and avoid dark or vacant areas.
·     Carry a whistle to summon help.
·     Be alert to your surroundings.  If you suspect you are being
followed, run in a different direction; go to the other side of the street
and yell or whistle for help; or head quickly to a lighted area, a group of
people, or business.
·     If you are confronted by a thief, give them what they want and don’t
chase them as they leave.  Report suspicious persons or activity
immediately to the Police.
·     Be extra cautious if someone approaches your car and asks for
information.

RESPONSE:         Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the
St. Louis Police at 9-1-1.   Contact St. Louis Police if you have any
information that might assist in this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as
  a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions
                             should be taken.
We each play an important role toward ensuring our own safety and that of
our community.

                        Issued:     October 6, 2009

CRIME ADVISORY

TO:               MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:         Burglary

SPECIFICS:        University City is reporting an increase in daytime
                  burglaries to residences and apartments.  Please review
                  the attached security recommendations.

PRECAUTIONS:
We recommend you take the following precautions:
·     Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police at 9-1-1
or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
·     LOCK YOUR APARTMENT DOOR, even when you are at home.
·     Lock the windows to your apartment.  If you have a sliding glass
door, secure it further by placing a piece of wood in the track to prevent
it from opening.
·     Never prop open exterior doors or gates.  If you see a door propped,
close it.
·     Don’t allow people you do not know to “tailgate” behind you into the
building.
·     When someone knocks at your door, don’t open it unless you know your
visitor.
·     If the person is a maintenance person, ask that identification be
slipped under the door or through the mail slot.  Call the employer to
verify that maintenance work was scheduled to be performed.  Refuse to deal
with anyone who won’t   comply with this request.
·     Someone may knock at your door to use the telephone.  Never open the
door.  Take the message and make the call for them.
·     If you arrive home to find your door ajar, hear unusual sounds or
believe your apartment has been broken into, DON’T GO IN!  Go to a
telephone and call the Police.
·     When you are away from your residence, leave your interior lights on.

RESPONSE:         Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the
University City at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact
University City Police if you have any information that might assist in
this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as
  a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions
                             should be taken.
                        Issued:  September 25, 2009

CRIME ALERT

TO:            MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        Robbery

LOCATION:        6100 block of Pershing

DATE/TIME:        Thursday, September 17 at about 5:50am (morning)

SPECIFICS:    Victim was walking in the 6100 block of Pershing at about 5:50am Thursday morning when she was approached from behind by a suspect who displayed a weapon.  Another suspect appeared to be standing nearby.  The suspect demanded her laptop bag.  The victim gave the suspect the bag and the suspects ran west on Pershing.  The victim was not physically injured.

SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:    Suspect #1     Black male; 6’2 inches in height; husky build; wearing black pants and black short-sleeved shirt.
    Suspect #2    Limited information available

PRECAUTIONS:
·    Avoid walking or jogging alone and never walk or jog alone after dark.
·    Always choose a well-lit path and avoid dark or vacant areas.
·    Carry a whistle to summon help.
·    Be alert to your surroundings.  If you suspect you are being followed, run in a different direction; go to the other side of the street and yell or whistle for help; or head quickly to a lighted area, a group of people, or business.
·    If you are confronted by a thief, give them what they want and don’t chase them as they leave.  Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to the Police.
·    Be extra cautious if someone approaches your car and asks for information.   

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the St. Louis Police at 9-1-1.   Contact St. Louis Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions should be taken.
We each play an important role toward ensuring our own safety and that of our community.

Issued:    September 18, 2009

CRIME ADVISORY

TO:            MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        Burglary

LOCATION:        6600 block of Washington

SPECIFICS:     Resident of an apartment located in the 6600 block of Washington on north side of the street  reported a suspect was found in the apartment at about 5:30am on Friday, August 28.  The suspect apparently entered through an unlocked exterior door to the apartment.  The suspect fled after being spotted by the victim and the victim was not physically injured.
SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:    Black male; middle age; scruffy beard on face; wearing white t-shirt and dark pants;

PRECAUTIONS:
We recommend you take the following precautions:
•    Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police at 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
•    LOCK YOUR APARTMENT DOOR, even when you are at home.
•    Lock the windows to your apartment.  If you have a sliding glass door, secure it further by placing a piece of wood in the track to prevent it from opening.
•    Never prop open exterior doors or gates.  If you see a door propped, close it.
•    Don’t allow people you do not know to “tailgate” behind you into the building.
•    When someone knocks at your door, don’t open it unless you know your visitor.
•    If the person is a maintenance person, ask that identification be slipped under the door or through the mail slot.  Call the employer to verify that maintenance work was scheduled to be performed.  Refuse to deal with anyone who won’t comply with this request.
•    Someone may knock at your door to use the telephone.  Never open the door.  Take the message and make the call for them.
•    If you arrive home to find your door ajar, hear unusual sounds or believe your apartment has been broken into, DON’T GO IN!  Go to a telephone and call the Police.
•    When you are away from your residence, leave your interior lights on.

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the University City at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact University City Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions should be taken.
Issued:  August 28, 2009



TO:            MEMBERS OF THE  CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:       Bike Thefts

With the start of the academic year we have seen an increase in bicycle thefts on campus.  In some cases the bikes have been left unsecured or cable-type locks have been defeated.

The Police Department offers Kryptonite "U"-Locks which are more difficult for a thief to defeat.  We encourage the campus community to obtain these locks 24 hours a day by visiting the Police Department (located on the So40).  Cost for a lock is $20.

We also offer these additional tips:
-Always lock your bike;
-Lock your bike to one of the bike racks located on campus.  Park it in a visible and well-lighted place;
-If a "U"-Lock is used, position the bike frame and wheels so that as much open space as possible is secured within the lock;
-Don't lock your bike to small trees, posts, or disability accessible ramps;

As always, if you see suspicious activity near a bike rack or other area on campus, alert University Police by calling 935-5555.

TO:            MEMBERS OF THE OFF CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        Robbery

LOCATION:        500 Block of Kingsland

WHEN:        Wednesday, August 5 at about 10:00pm

SPECIFICS:             At approximately 10:00pm Wednesday, a student was walking on Kingsland in the 500 block when he was approached by a subject who knocked him to the ground and took his backpack.  The suspect then fled the scene.  The victim’s injuries did not appear to be serious.

SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:    Black male; in his 20’s; 6’1” in height; stocky build;
                    Wearing a black baseball cap and beige button down short sleeve shirt     

PRECAUTIONS:
·    If you are confronted by a thief, give them what they want and don’t chase them as they leave.  Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to the Police.
·    Be alert to your surroundings.  If you suspect you are being followed, run in a different direction; go to the other side of the street and yell or whistle for help; or head quickly to a lighted area, a group of people, or an Emergency Telephone.
·    Be extra cautious if someone approaches your car and asks for information.
·    Avoid walking or jogging alone and never walk or jog alone after dark.
·    Always choose a well-lit path and avoid dark or vacant areas.
·    Carry a whistle to summon help.

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the University City Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact University City Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

Issued:    August 6, 2009



CRIME ADVISORY

TO:               MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:         Burglary

LOCATION:         6100 Block of Pershing

TIME:       Tuesday evening about 9:15pm

SPECIFICS:        Resident of an apartment located in the 6100 block of
                  Pershing reported she found a subject in her apartment at
                  about 9:15pm on Tuesday night and when the subject
                  spotted the victim he fled from the apartment.  On the
                  way out, the suspect took the victim’s keys.  The victim
                  was not physically injured.
SUSPECT
DESCRIPTION:      Black male; in his 20’s; 5’9” in height; 160 pounds; dark
                  complexion; wearing a red jacket and shorts; short
                  dreadlocks;
PRECAUTIONS:
We recommend you take the following precautions:
·     Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police at 9-1-1
or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
·     LOCK YOUR APARTMENT DOOR, even when you are at home.
·     Lock the windows to your apartment.  If you have a sliding glass
door, secure it further by placing a piece of wood in the track to prevent
it from opening.
·     Never prop open exterior doors or gates.  If you see a door propped,
close it.
·     Don’t allow people you do not know to “tailgate” behind you into the
building.
·     When someone knocks at your door, don’t open it unless you know your
visitor.
·     If the person is a maintenance person, ask that identification be
slipped under the door or through the mail slot.  Call the employer to
verify that maintenance work was scheduled to be performed.  Refuse to deal
with anyone who won’t comply with this request.
·     Someone may knock at your door to use the telephone.  Never open the
door.  Take the message and make the call for them.
·     If you arrive home to find your door ajar, hear unusual sounds or
believe your apartment has been broken into, DON’T GO IN!  Go to a
telephone and call the Police.
·     When you are away from your residence, leave your interior lights on.

RESPONSE:         Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the
St. Louis Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact
St. Louis Police if you have any information that might assist in this
investigation.

This message is provided by the WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT as a way to alert Off Campus students to situations for which precautions should be taken.
                           Issued:  May 20, 2009


TO:            MEMBERS OF THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        Robbery

LOCATION:        Trinity and Washington

WHEN:        Wednesday, March 25 at about 9:55pm

SPECIFICS:             At approximately 9:55pm on Wednesday, a student was walking on Trinity near Washington when he was approached by two subjects.  They demanded his wallet and his cell phone.  One of the subjects then struck the victim in the face.  The suspects then fled on foot.  The victim was not seriously injured. 

SUSPECT
DESCRIPTIONS:    Two black males; both appeared to be in their late teens or early twenties; one subject was described as over 6 feet tall; slim build, short hair, and a dark complexion.  This subject was wearing a white oversized T-shirt; the second suspect was about 5’5” in height with a medium build.  He was wearing a gray hoodie.

PRECAUTIONS:
•    If you are confronted by a thief, give them what they want and don’t chase them as they leave.  Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to the Police.
•    Be alert to your surroundings.  If you suspect you are being followed, run in a different direction; go to the other side of the street and yell or whistle for help; or head quickly to a lighted area, a group of people, or an Emergency Telephone.
•    Use public transportation if available.
•    Be extra cautious if someone approaches your car and asks for information.
•    Avoid walking or jogging alone and never walk or jog alone after dark.
•    Always choose a well-lit path and avoid dark or vacant areas.
•    Carry a whistle to summon help.

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the University City Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact University City Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

Issued:    March 26, 2009



CRIME ADVISORY

TO:               MEMBERS OF THE OFF-CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:         Robbery

LOCATION:         Mehlville in University City

WHEN:       Friday, February 20, 2009 at about 9:55pm

SPECIFICS:             At approximately 9:55pm on Friday, a student was
walking on Mehlville in University City north of the Danforth campus.  The
student was approached by two subjects and one displayed a handgun.  The
suspects took the victim’s wallet and cell phone and then fled.  The victim
was not physically injured.

The only description provided by the victim was two black males in their
early twenties; slender build; dark clothing.  University City Police are
investigating.

PRECAUTIONS:
·     If you are confronted by a thief, give them what they want and don’t
chase them as they leave.  Report suspicious persons or activity
immediately to the Police.
·     Be alert to your surroundings.  If you suspect you are being
followed, run in a different direction; go to the other side of the street
and yell or whistle for help; or head quickly to a lighted area, a group of
people, or an Emergency Telephone.
·     Be extra cautious if someone approaches your car and asks for
information.
·     Avoid walking or jogging alone and never walk or jog alone after
dark.
·     Always choose a well-lit path and avoid dark or vacant areas.
·     Carry a whistle to summon help.

RESPONSE:         Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the University City Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact University City Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

Issued:    February 20, 2009



TO:            MEMBERS OF THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY

INCIDENT:        Robbery

LOCATION:        Mehlville in University City

WHEN:        Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at about 12:40pm

SPECIFICS:             At approximately 12:34pm Wednesday, a graduate student was walking on Mehlville in University City north of the Danforth campus.  The student was approached by four subjects who asked him for money.  The student continued to walk on by and was then struck by one of the subjects with a fist.  The subjects then took his cell phone and some cash and fled to the north.  No weapon was displayed.  The victim’s injuries did not appear to be serious.

The only description provided by the victim was four black males approximately 16-18 years of age and between 5 foot seven and nine inches in height.  University City Police are investigating.

PRECAUTIONS:
•    If you are confronted by a thief, give them what they want and don’t chase them as they leave.  Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to the Police.
•    Be alert to your surroundings.  If you suspect you are being followed, run in a different direction; go to the other side of the street and yell or whistle for help; or head quickly to a lighted area, a group of people, or an Emergency Telephone.
•    Be extra cautious if someone approaches your car and asks for information.
•    Avoid walking or jogging alone and never walk or jog alone after dark.
•    Always choose a well-lit path and avoid dark or vacant areas.
•    Carry a whistle to summon help.

RESPONSE:        Report suspicious activities/persons immediately to the University City Police at 9-1-1 or via Blue Light Emergency Telephone.   Contact University City Police if you have any information that might assist in this investigation.

Issued:    January 21, 2009




Crime Advisory:

INCIDENT:        VEHICLE THEFT

LOCATION:        Millbrook Garage

SPECIFICS:    There have been three vehicle thefts from the Millbrook Garage over an approximate 30 day period.  In particular, Chrysler/Dodge vehicles have been targeted.  In two cases, the suspects left behind a stolen car from other jurisdictions. These thefts appear to fit a pattern of similar incidents in other communities in the surrounding area. 

PRECAUTIONS:   
•    Report suspicious persons or activity immediately to Police or go to the nearest emergency telephone.
•    If you hear a vehicle alarm, contact Police immediately.
•    Do not leave expensive property such as CD’s, purses, radar detectors, cellular telephones and portable stereos in plain view in your vehicle.  Lock them in your trunk or take them with you.
•    Close your windows and lock your vehicle
•    Secure your vehicle with “The Club”.  The “Club” is available for $10 at the Washington University Police Department.

THE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFERS “THE CLUB” AT A REDUCED RATE OF $10.  FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE CRIME PREVENTION OFFICE AT 935-5084.

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPT. 935-5555
This message is provided as a way to alert the Campus Community to situations for which precautions should be taken. We each play an important role toward ensuring our own safety and that of our community.