November 3, 2003 VUPD# 03-41667 MNPD# 03-484701

On November 1 at approximately 12:03 a.m. VUPD received reports of a trash can on fire between the Fine Arts and Undergraduate Admission buildings. An officer responded to the scene and put the fire out. Upon further investigation, it was found that a homemade incendiary device had been placed in the trash can. The device was taken into evidence for further examination. At this time there are no suspects in this incident. There were no injuries related to this incident.

Members of the Vanderbilt Community are reminded to:

• Report any suspicious activity or devices to VUPD immediately.

• If a fire is seen on campus, go to a place of safety and call VUPD immediately 42(1-1911).
  

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!)