Campus Watch: Below is a summary of campus activity reported to or observed by the University Police Department between Tuesday, 11/01/11 and Wednesday, 11/02/11. BATTS HALL, 158 West 21st Street Graffiti: Words written in white paint were discovered in separate locations inside Batts and Mezes Hall. The first location was on the side of trashcan. The second location, which had similar writing and white paint, was discovered inside a 1st floor men’s restroom. Estimated Repair: $50.00. Discovered on: 11-01-11, at 9:33 AM. MARY GEARING HALL, 200 West 24th Street Theft: A black Apple iPhone was reported stolen from a 1st floor office. During the investigation, the officer learned the victim had taken the time to register property with the University of Texas Police Department. The officer was able to obtain the serial number of the stolen phone. Loss value: $100.00. Occurred on: 10-31-11, between 3:00 PM and 4:45 PM. Crime Prevention Tip: The staff member did a good job in aiding the officers in the hopeful recovery of her stolen property by taking the time and registering her property on line. You too can assist in getting your stolen property back by taking a few minutes and recording the make, model and serial number of your personal property. Go to www.utexas.edu/police/property MOOREHILL DORMITORY, 214 East 21st Street Theft: A purple Specialized mountain bicycle was stolen from the bike racks located on the south side of the building. During the investigation, the officer learned the victim had utilized a cable (not a self-locking cable lock) and a U-shaped lock to secure her property to the bike rack. The type of device being used allowed the user to loop the cable through different areas of the bicycle then secure the loop to the bike rack using the U-shaped lock. The suspect simply cut the cable and rode off on the bicycle. Loss value: $400.00. Occurred between: 10-28-11 and 11-01-11. Crime Prevention Tip: Many bike shop employees will sell you what they think you need. Some lock manufacturers will package items together allowing you to think you are getting a good deal. We have recommended for years a two-lock locking system. A simply cable that is not equipped with a built in lock is not part of the recommendation. A good way to secure your bicycle is to use the U-lock to secure the frame to the rack and the self-locking cable lock to secure the rear tire to the bike frame. SAN ANTONIO PARKING GARGE, 2420 San Antonio Burglary of Motor Vehicle: A UT Police Officer discovered the driver’s side door of a red Jeep open and the top unzipped. Upon closer inspection, the officer noted the glove box was open and the contents were scattered throughout the vehicle. The owner of the vehicle was contacted and arrived to inspect her vehicle. No personal property was discovered missing at this time. Loss value: 0.00. Occurred between: 10-30-11 and 11-01-11. The University of Texas Police Department responded to 11 Alarm Calls, 1 Suspicious Person Call, 1 Suspicious Activity Report, 1 burned out light, and 2 Unsecured Door Report between 11/01/11 and 11/02/11. To view a map of the campus visit: Are you a Fan of the University of Texas Police Department? Come join us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/utaustinpolice Online property registration. Items with a serial number such as laptops, MP3 players, cell phones, electronics, and bikes are eligible. Registering your property is very helpful in theft investigations and in returning lost property to its rightful owner. Without identifying information, recovering stolen property is virtually impossible. Logon to https://www.utexas.edu/police/property/ to register your property today. Emergency Text Message Service The University of Texas at Austin and its police department are responsible for notifying faculty, staff, and students of emergency situations (e.g., inclement weather, building evacuations, campus closures, etc.). The University employs a wide variety of tools to make sure everyone on campus is informed during an emergency event—including text messaging. In order to accomplish emergency text messaging more effectively, the University is collecting cell phone numbers from members of our campus community. Effective August 26, 2009, this database of cell phone numbers will be used for emergency text messages. Please complete the form at http://www.utexas.edu/cellphonealert so you will become an integral part of this important emergency notification system and help the university to achieve the highest standards of campus and community safety. Your cell phone number will not be used for. Campus Safety and Security at (512) 471-5767. 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. 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/ 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\
