April 16, 2004 VUPD# 04-14262 MNPD# 04-188648

It was reported to this department that an Aggravated Assault occurred at 24th Avenue South and West End at approximately 1:25 a.m. on April 16th. The victim, a student, was walking across the street when the suspect, driving a SUV, pulled up beside him to ask directions to the Student Rec Center. As the victim was about give directions the suspect threw a cup of beer at the victim and then threw a full can of beer at the victim. The suspect then drove away from the area and was last seen driving west on West End.

Suspect Description: Male white, 20- 25 years old, approximately 225 pounds, with brown hair. The suspect was last seen wearing a white shirt and teal baseball cap.

Vehicle Description: Green Chevy Tahoe 271 with Alabama plates.

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.

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

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