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Crime Prevention Tips

Personal Safety

  • Walk or jog in groups of three or more.
  • Avoid isolated or dark areas.
  • Travel with confidence and purpose.
  • Do not wear earphones while walking or jogging.
  • Know the locations of emergency phones.
  • Do not use ATMs at night.
  • Stay alert, and plan ahead for "What if...?"

Residential / Workplace Safety

  • Know your neighbors or coworkers; you are the best one to determine who does not belong.
  • Do not prop open exterior doors.
  • If you come in through an electronic key card access door, do not allow strangers to enter with you on your code. They should have their own cards and codes.
  • Always lock your door when you leave.
  • Lock your door while you sleep or when you work late.
  • Get involved, if you believe you are witnessing suspicious behavior or an incident criminal in nature, call VUPS Communications immediately and request to speak with an Officer.

Protecting Your Property

  • Register your bicycle with the Vanderbilt University Police Department.
  • Mark and record your belongings with the Vanderbilt University Police Department through Operation ID.
  • Keep your car locked. Store items of value in the trunk.
  • Coats, backpacks, and purses should remain with you or be locked up.

 


 

For more Crime Prevention assistance:

Medical Center - Captain Michael Pring (615) 456-6898

University - Captain Leshuan Oliver (615) 566-6960