Campus Watch: Below is a summary of campus activity reported to or observed by the University Police Department patrol officers between Wednesday, 3/03/10 and Thursday, 3/04/10. SAN ANTOINO PARKING GARAGE, 2420 San Antonio Graffiti: Words written in yellow spray paint were discovered inside the southeast stairwell. Estimated damage: $150.00. Discovered on: 3-3-10, at 4:30 PM. STUDENT SERVICES BUILDING, 100 West Dean Keeton Harassment: A UT student reported receiving a number of text messages and emails from a former acquaintance that were harassing and annoying. The victim informed the suspect to cease all communicating, but the text messages and emails continued. During the investigation, the officers located the suspect and informed him that his actions were in violation of the law. The subject informed the officers he was simply looking for closure. Occurred: 12-09 and was on-going. WALTER WEBB HALL, 2500 Guadalupe Graffiti: Words written in black permanent marker were discovered on the exterior windows located on the east side of the building. Estimated Damage: $200.00. Discovered on: 3-4-10, at 2:57 AM. 2100 BLOCK GUADALUPE Assist Outside Agency / Graffiti: A non-UT subject was observed writing words on a window of a local area business as quickly as he could. The subject attempted to leave the area when he saw the officers making a fast U-turn. The subject was stopped a short distance later and the officers discovered the subject was in possession of several colored markers. The officers retraced the subject steps and found the missing marker the subject had been using on the window. The subject was taken into custody for Graffiti and was released to the Austin Police Department. Occurred on: 3-04-10, at 2:42 AM. Crime Prevention Tip of the Day: DPS urges Spring Break travelers to avoid Mexico The Texas Department of Public Safety is urging all Texas Spring Breakers to avoid traveling to border cities in Mexico. “There is an increase in Mexican drug cartel related violence in the northern Mexican border cities. Parents should not allow their children to visit these Mexican cities because their safety cannot be guaranteed,†said DPS director Steven C. McCraw. The U.S. State Department web site lists several travel alerts related to violence in Mexico. Travelers should always check that web site for the most up-to-date information related to security issues in Mexico. (See http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_970.html). During the Spring Break season, DPS will have extra troopers on patrol looking for DWIs, seatbelt violators and speeders. “We want Spring Break to be memorable, but in a good way,†said David Baker, assistant director, Texas Highway Patrol. “You don't want to get arrested for DWI, receive a ticket or be injured somehow because you were irresponsible. Have fun, but please be safe.†DPS is offering several tips for a safe Spring Break. • Don't text while driving. • Wear your seat belt. • Don't drink and drive. • Find a sober friend to do the driving. • Don't leave your drink unattended, and don't accept drinks from strangers. • Keep a fresh driver behind the wheel, or stop every couple of hours to rest and walk around. • Make sure your vehicle is properly maintained. • Keep your friends close. CAMPUS WIDE: Non-Criminal Calls: In addition to the above criminal cases, the University of Texas Police Department responded to 10 Alarm Calls, 1 fire call, 1 fire alarm call, 1 Suspicious Activity Report, and 6 unsecured door reports, between 03/03/10 and 3/04/10. To view a map of the campus visit: http://www.utexas.edu/parking/maps/index.html 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 DWH To subscribe or unsubscribe, visit http://www.utexas.edu/police/campuswatch/subscribe.php
