October 28, 2003
VUPD# 03-41106,03-41114&03-41145
MNPD# 03-477988,03-478130&03-478723

It has been reported to this department that five burglaries occurred in Carmichael Towers East on October 28 between the hours of 1 am through 8 am. In four of the incidents the suspect came into the rooms, via unlocked doors, while the students were asleep and took various items, including lap top computers and money. During the fifth incident the suspect entered into a room in which the student was awake. The suspect, upon seeing the student, said he was looking for a phone and then closed the door behind him. Reportedly this suspect may have attempted to gain entry into Towers West between 6:00 and 6:30 am.

Suspect Description: Male black, 6'0", in his mid 20s, 160 pounds, slim build, light complexion. The suspect was last seen wearing a black toboggan cap, tan jacket, jeans.

IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION RELATING TO THESE OR SIMILAR INCIDENTS,

PLEASE CALL VU POLICE AT 32(2-2745)

IF YOU WISH TO REMAIN ANONYMOUS,

CALL CRIME STOPPERS AT 74-CRIME (742-7463).

PLEASE REMEMBER

• Stay alert and TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS -- If you feel uneasy, leave. 
• On or off campus, walk/jog/bike in groups of three or more in well-lighted and well-traveled areas; otherwise, after dark on campus, use the ESCORT SERVICE. (NOTE: Before parking on campus after dark, stop by the Police & Security Building at 2800 Vanderbilt Place or the ER.
• Ask for an officer to meet & escort you from your parking space.)
• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/building and while you proceed between sites.
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building.
• If strangers approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Lock doors and windows of your room/building. Don't prop open doors, thwart security measures, or let strangers in.
• Avoid going to ATM's alone, after dark, or if suspicious persons are nearby.
• Think ahead about what you would do under dire circumstances. Try to get a description.

** REPORT SUSPICIOUS PERSONS, VEHICLES, OR ACTIVITIES IMMEDIATELY! **

ON CAMPUS, DIAL 1-1911 OR USE A BLUE LIGHT PHONE!

(NOTE: In Medical Center shuttle lots & Lot 72, call 421-1911!)