Campus Watch: Below is a summary of campus activity reported to or observed by the University Police Department patrol officers between Thursday, 07/02/09 and Friday, 07/03/09 ENGINEERING TEACHING CENTER, 204 East Dean Keeton Theft: A green Kona bicycle was stolen while it was “secured†with a cable lock to the bicycle racks located on the west side of the building. The bicycle was described as having “slightly bent wheels, tired brakes and a seat that was held together with tape.†Fair Market Value: $50.00. Occurred on 07/02/09 between 5:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Crime Prevention Tape: Many people think their bicycle just isn't worth enough money to be concerned with the investment required to properly secure the bicycle. In this case, the bicycle cost $500 new. The value at the time of the theft was significantly lower due to the condition of the bicycle. I venture to say the owner held a much higher value for the bicycle based on his knowledge of all of its quirks. Not only that, the owner now knows the value of losing one's mode of transportation as the owner was forced to find another way home at nine o'clock at night last night. Bicycle thieves do not look at the value of the bicycle or the bicycle's condition when they consider which bike they want to steal. They look at the quality of the lock. Cable locks offer very little protection for your bicycle. UTPD's minimum recommendation for securing your bicycle is a quality u-lock that takes a flat key to secure. If you truly want to secure your bicycle, use a quality u-lock and an independently locking cable lock. That forces the thief to carry a cutting tool and a prying tool. Thieves don't want to carry so many tools – they prefer to carry just one tool which is normally a cutting tool to defeat cable locks. 2400 Speedway Assist Outside Agency: A non-UT subject was reported as looking into parked car windows. The window shopper was found to have an outstanding outside agency arrest warrant for public intoxication. Occurred on 07/02/09 at 3:02 p.m. 300 West 30th Street Public Intoxication: A non-UT subject was observed staggering and swaying heavily as she attempted to walk in the middle of the road. The subject was found to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage to the point she was a danger to herself and others. Occurred on 07/02/09 at 5:38 p.m. CAMPUS WIDE: Non-Criminal Calls: In addition to the above criminal cases, the University of Texas Police Department responded to 18 alarm calls, 3 fire alarm responses, 1 “Police Callbox†activation, 1 motor vehicle collision, 3 public assist requests, 2 medical emergency assists 2 suspicious activity reports and 2 unsecured door reports between 07/02/09 and 07/03/09. If you are a faculty or staff member that has been affected by a crime, the UT Employee Assistance Program (471-3366) is available for counseling and referrals to other appropriate services. http://www.utexas.edu/hr/eap/ To view a map of the campus visit: http://www.utexas.edu/parking/maps/index.html RAD Program For Women, Now Available (Classes are FREE) Advanced RAD Classes Being Held for RAD Class Graduates The RAD program is a 16-hour course of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women that cover assault prevention and risk reduction while progressing on to basic hands-on defense training. http://www.utexas.edu/police/rad/ Defensive Driving: Learn Defensive Driving from a UTPD Police Officer. UTPD generally schedules a Defensive Driving Class approximately once a month – based on need. The classes meet in the University Police Building, Room 1.318, located at 2201 Robert Dedman Dr (east of Memorial Stadium). The cost for the course is $25.00 (check or cash) payable on class date. If paying in cash, please bring the exact amount because change may not be available. You will also need to bring your driver's license. For more information, to check for the next available class time or to register on-line go to: http://www.utexas.edu/police/services/defensive_driving.php Behavior Concerns Advice Line (BCAL) The Behavior Concerns Advice Line (BCAL) is a partnership among the Office of the Dean of Students, Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and the University of Texas Police Department (UTPD). BCAL provides a central resource for UT faculty, students, and staff who may have concerns about the behavior or well-being of another member of the campus community. By calling BCAL at 512-232-5050, callers may talk with trained staff members who will assist the caller in exploring available options and strategies as well as referrals to appropriate campus support networks. For more information on BCAL, visit the BCAL Web site at www.utexas.edu/safety/bcal or call 512-232-5050. Contact UT Police at 471-4441 if you have any information regarding any of the above incidents or call 911 regarding suspicious persons, suspicious activities or crime. Your call may help solve or prevent a crime. Campus Watch comments should be directed to Officer Darrell Halstead at 512-232-9634 or via e-mail to Darrell.halstead@austin.utexas.edu . Prepared by WRP To subscribe or unsubscribe, visit http://www.utexas.edu/police/campuswatch/subscribe.php
