Campus Watch: Below is a summary of campus activity reported to or observed by The University Police Department Patrol Officers between Wednesday, 08/13/14 and Thursday, 08/14/14. ***WORDS OF ADVICE FROM OUR AUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT PARTNERS*** The Austin Police Department West District Representative asked us to pass along some useful information regarding the pending rush of students moving into off campus housing around the 40 Acres. Please take time to read their words of wisdom below: During the move in time in August, the Austin Police Dept. is often over-run with calls regarding parking violations in the West Campus area. We would like to remind you to be cognizant of all “No parking/tow away zones.” Also we ask that you not block streets, fire hydrants, alleys, drive ways, etc. We will have extra patrol out monitoring and enforcing the above listed violations as well as looking for other violations. Also, we ask that you be aware of your surroundings and who may be watching you. Be sure to keep your vehicles locked when unattended, shut and lock your residence door, and do not prop open exterior doors on apartment complexes. Code enforcement will also be out monitoring/enforcing potential code violations. Vehicle Safety o Most vehicle burglaries are crimes of opportunity. o Most of the items stolen are left within plain view. o Many victims do not lock their doors or roll up their windows. o Most commonly stolen items include wallets, purses, briefcases, backpacks, cell phones and accessories, portable electronics, and cd’s. o If you wallet/purse are stolen you could become a victim of fraud. o If you walk up on your vehicle while a crime is in progress this incident has the potential to become violent. o Your vehicle can be burglarized in less time than it takes to read this. Personal Safety o Be aware of your surroundings and walk in well-lit areas. o Do not walk alone at night. Avoid areas that are less populated. o Be alert and observant so you can give a good description to police. o Watch your drink and your friends drink. Date rape drugs do happen. o A majority of sexual assaults are committed by somebody you know. In the vast majority of these cases, alcohol is the most commonly used “weapon”. Always have a plan and stay in pairs. What if I’m afraid to call the Police? • Callers can remain anonymous. • You may request the responding officer not contact you. • If you don’t call who will. GOLDSMITH HALL, 310 Inner Campus Drive Theft: A black Specialized bicycle was stolen while it was “secured” with a cable lock to the bicycle racks located on the southwest side of the building. Loss value; $830.00. Occurred between 07/22/14 at 12:30 PM and 08/13/14 at 7:30 AM. JESTER ACADEMIC CENTER, 201 East 21st Street Assist Outside Agency / Possession of Marijuana / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia / Criminal Trespass Warning: A non-UT subject was found sleeping on a couch located in a 3rd floor lounge. The subject was found to have an outstanding outside agency arrest warrant for running a red light. The subject was also found to be in possession of a small amount of marijuana, a plastic aqua pipe, and a grinder. In addition to other law enforcement action taken, the subject was issued a written criminal trespass warning prior to being turned over to booking facility deputies. Occurred on 08/14/14 at 5:17 AM. L. THEO BELMONT HALL, 2100 San Jacinto Assist Outside Agency / Criminal Trespass Warning: A non-UT subject was reported as exiting a 9th floor restroom that was not open to the public. The subject was located and found to have an outstanding outside agency arrest warrant for public intoxication. In addition to other law enforcement action taken, the subject was issued a written criminal trespass warning. Occurred on 08/13/14 at 2:55 PM. O’HENRY HALL, 601 Colorado Criminal Trespass Warning: A non-UT subject was reported as sleeping on the exterior steps located on the west side of the building. The subject was awakened with a written criminal trespass warning and directed to leave the property. Occurred on 08/14/14 at 4:29 AM. UNION BUILDING, 2308 Whitis Criminal Trespass Warning: A non-UT subject was found sleeping on the patio located on the southwest side of the building. The subject was awakened with a written criminal trespass warning and directed to leave the property. Occurred on 08/13/14 at 10:24 PM. 600 Lavaca Criminal Trespass Warning: A non-UT subject was observed panhandling for cash near the intersection. A very short time later, the subject was found sleeping on UT property. The subject was awakened with a written criminal trespass warning and directed to leave the property. Occurred on 08/13/14 at 1:55 PM. The University of Texas Police Department responded to 20 Alarm Reports, 25 Traffic Violations, 1 Public Assist Request, 1 Welfare Concern Report, 1 Light Malfunction and 6 Suspicious Activity Reports between 08/13/14 and 08/14/14. 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 William R. Pieper at 512-232-9634 or via e-mail to photocop@mail.utexas.edu Prepared by: Ofc. WR π/ To subscribe or unsubscribe, visit http://www.utexas.edu/police/campuswatch/subscribe.php/
