Don’t forget to connect with UTPD via Twitter and Facebook, and remember you can reach out to your campus District Representative with any non-emergency concerns or questions you have. Other great social media resources include the Twitter feeds for UT Austin’s Office of Campus Safety and the Austin Police Department. To view our official crime log, visit: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/fasweb/utpd/nlogon/crimelog/ 9/17/2019, 2:52 a.m., Blanton Residence Hall. Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor: Officers responded to a report from a student that a friend was unconscious on the floor of a shared bathroom in the residence hall. Officers responded with lights and sirens due to the potential seriousness of the report. They found a student on the floor of the bathroom covered in vomit, but awake. He was able to answer many questions in an alert and coherent manner. Officers determined that leaving him with his friend was the best resolution. Due to medical amnesty, officers pursued no criminal charges. Safety Tip: Potential alcohol poisoning, and the UTPD recognizes the importance of students calling for help. Both the student calling for help and the person experiencing the medical emergency will receive medical amnesty for crimes like Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor and Possession of Alcohol by a Minor. This does not apply if the person who calls for help is calling in their capacity as a Resident Hall worker, so calling 9-1-1 actually reduces your chances of getting in trouble in these situations. Student Amnesty covers additional offenses, such as use of drugs. Here’s how it works: • Call 9-1-1 immediately when you see signs of drug or alcohol overdose • Stay with the person experiencing the emergency • Turn them on their side to facilitate breathing and avoid choking • Cooperate with UTPD, EMS, and AFD 9/18/2019, 2:35 a.m., 2300 San Jacinto Blvd. Terroristic Threat, Harassment of Public Servant: A community engagement officer patrolling campus spotted a man sleeping on a bench in an uncomfortable position and checked to make sure he was okay. The man was completely motionless when the officer initially checked on him. As he woke up, his initial responses were nonsensical and he soon became irate. The man began screaming and balled up his fists, threatening to “knock out” the officer. Officers often handcuff someone in this situation to increase the safety of the scene. When handcuffing, the man attempted to spit on a backup officer. The man continued to act belligerently, and threatened to kill both officers. When transported to Travis County Jail, the man attempted to fight with Travis County Deputies and was placed into a restraint cell and an isolation cell for safety. Safety Tip: If you notice suspicious behavior, most of the time it’s okay. Regardless, don’t make judgments or assumptions about what may or may not be serious. You should still call UTPD to check the situation out. UTPD strives to make interactions with our officers as non-stressful as possible. Both attempting to spit upon peace officers and threatening to retaliate against them for doing their jobs are serious crimes. 9/21/2019, 5:00 p.m., 2200 Robert Dedman Drive, DKR Memorial Stadium. Theft: During a football game, a man claiming to be an employee offered to watch a football fan’s bag for $20. The fan observed their bag was then placed behind a brick pillar. After the game, the bag was still there, however the $400 bracelet inside was not. Safety Tip: Theft is almost entirely a preventable crime, and leaving your valuable property provides thieves with an opportunity. When coming to an athletic event, planning in advance can help. Approved bags include clear plastic bags not exceeding 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches, one gallon resealable storage bags, and small purses not exceeding 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. Follow your instincts. If someone is offering to hide your bag, they may not have the best intentions in mind. This Campus Watch was prepared by Officers J. Tesauro and D. Farahnak
