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December 6, 2023
Larceny
AC

Date/Time Reported

12/06/2023 at 7:57 AM

Date/Time Occured

12/06/2023 at 6:23 AM to 12/06/2023 at 6:25 AM

Synopsis

Complainant reports unsecured bicycle stolen. Loss $98

Disposition

Pending

Report Number

230447

November 27, 2023
Larceny
AB Law

Date/Time Reported

11/27/2023 at 5:13 PM

Date/Time Occured

11/27/2023 at 3:00 AM to 11/27/2023 at 10:00 AM

Synopsis

Complainant reports unattended bag containing medication was taken from the 4th floor. Loss $50

Disposition

Pending

Report Number

230431

November 21, 2023
Larceny
Ridgely Hall

Date/Time Reported

11/30/2023 at 1:50 PM

Date/Time Occured

11/21/2023 at 4:30 PM to 11/28/2023 at 9:00 AM

Synopsis

Complainant reports the theft of a laptop from her desk. Loss $799

Disposition

Pending

Report Number

230435

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October 19, 2023
Security Memo

Date/Time Occured

10/19/2023 at 4:15 PM

Specifics

This is an update to the Security Memo sent to the Danforth Campus on October 15.

An individual named Anthony McGee, shown in the photo linked below, has been involved in two separate recent incidents involving Washington University students.

Photo of Anthony McGee: https://wustl.box.com/s/pjmsdnuw5h8o5ut3cxlw8xcy4g3zhxgx

In the first incident on September 15, a student reported to the Washington University Police Department (WUPD) that McGee was involved in a verbal altercation on campus in which he spit at the student. The student did not wish to pursue charges.

On October 15 at approximately 2:34 PM, WUPD was advised of an incident involving two students who were walking on Big Bend near Fontbonne University when they were approached by McGee. McGee did not say anything to either student, then without warning he struck one of the students on the cheek with a closed fist and then ran away. McGee was apprehended and the Clayton Police Department presented the case to the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Assault charges were issued on October 16. McGee was released from custody after charges were issued.

On October 18 McGee was taken into custody by WUPD near the Greenway overpass and was transported to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department due to an outstanding warrant. He has since been released.

McGee has been issued a No Trespassing Order by WUPD. If he is seen on campus, do not approach him and notify WUPD at 314-935-5555.

Response

Notify WUPD 314-935-5555 if seen on campus

Precautions

Report suspicious activity immediately to WUPD at 314-935-5555 or go to the nearest emergency blue light telephone.
Be observant and remain alert at all times. Do not get distracted with cell phones or other electronic devices.
Observe the people around you. If they are acting unusual, create space and distance between you.
If you observe someone acting unusual, do not be afraid to call WUPD any time of the day or night.

October 15, 2023
Criminal Incident-Assault
Big Bend near Fontbonne

Date/Time Occured

10/15/2023 at 2:34 PM

Specifics

On October 15 at approximately 2:34 PM, the Washington University Police Department (WUPD) was advised of an incident involving two students who were walking on Big Bend near Fontbonne University when they were approached by the subject. The subject did not say anything to either student, then without warning he struck one of the students on the cheek with a closed fist and then ran away. The subject was apprehended and the Clayton Police Department presented the case to the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Assault charges were issued today. The subject was released from custody late this afternoon.

On September 15, the subject was reportedly involved in an incident involving a verbal altercation and spitting at another Washington University student. The subject has been issued a “No Trespassing Order” by WUPD. If he is seen on campus, do not approach him and please notify WUPD at 314-935-5555.

Precautions

• Report suspicious activity immediately to the Washington University Police Department at 314-935-5555 or go to the nearest emergency blue light telephone.
• Be observant and remain alert at all times. Do not get distracted with cell phones or other electronic devices.
• Observe the people around you. If they are acting unusual, create space and distance between you.
• If you observe someone acting unusual, do not be afraid to call the Washington University Police Department any time of the day or night.

September 29, 2023
Security Memo-Robbery
6000 blk Pershing

Date/Time Occured

09/29/2023 at 5:20 AM

Specifics

Late this afternoon, WUPD learned of a suspected armed robbery that took place around 5:20 a.m. this morning at a residence in the 6000 block of Pershing. The incident occurred in the alley to the rear of the residence. An unknown male subject, approached and demanded the victm’s wallet and phone. The victim reported the suspect pushed a hard rounded item into his side making the victim believe that the suspect was armed with a firearm. After taking the victim’s phone and wallet the suspect ran east and disappeared between the buildings. The suspect was described as a tall, thin male wearing all black, including a black ski mask.

There were no reported injuries as a result of this incident. WUPD will be conducting extra patrols in the area.

Response

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police are investigating the robbery

Precautions

Be alert to your surroundings.
Report suspicious persons or activity to the Police.
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 you or your vehicle and asks for information or if someone asks to use your cell phone.
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October 21, 2023
Fire
Lopata House

Date/Time Reported

10/21/2023 at 5:23 PM

Date/Time Occured

10/21/2023 at 5:23 PM to 10/21/2023 at 5:23 PM

Synopsis

Minor fire contained to an oven during the self-cleaning process. No damage to property reported.

Disposition

Cleared

Report Number

23-10-21-036439

October 14, 2023
Fire
740 Westgate

Date/Time Reported

10/23/2023 at 9:40 PM

Date/Time Occured

10/14/2023 at 12:00 PM to 10/14/2023 at 12:00 PM

Synopsis

Unattended pot left on stove caught fire causing damage to wall, cabinet and microwave. Loss pending

Disposition

Cleared

Report Number

230349

October 13, 2023
Fire
Millbrook 1

Date/Time Reported

10/13/2023 at 1:22 AM

Date/Time Occured

10/13/2023 at 1:20 AM to 10/13/2023 at 1:21 AM

Synopsis

Subjects using a toaster oven on top of the stove inadvertently turned on the stove which caused the toaster over to catch fire and melt.

Disposition

Cleared

Report Number

230315

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