Monday, December 6, 2010

Crime Alerts- less is not more. It's just less.

Unfortunately, we have issues with our safety on and off campus. While no college is perfect, there can be some significant changes we can support to help make our daily and nightly activities more secure. Please take a look at some examples of crime alerts that are sent out by the College Park police:

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND 20742-6011
301-405-3555
EMERGENCY - DIAL 911
http://www.umdps.umd.edu

November 18, 2010

CRIME ALERT

The following is a brief synopsis of information reported to the University Police:

INCIDENT: Armed Robbery
OCCURRED: November 17, 2010 at 11:42 p.m.
REPORTED: November 17, 2010 at 11:45 p.m.
LOCATION: Mowatt Lane Parking Garage (East Side First Floor Exit)
CASE #: 2010-1473

BRIEF DETAILS:

On November 17, 2010 at approximately 11:42 p.m., the victim was walking down the stairs on the East side of Mowatt Lane Parking Garage. Near the first floor exit, a male came down the stairs behind the victim, pushed an object into her back, and said “Give me everything in your hands”. She complied and gave him her cell phone and Student ID Card. The male then fled on foot in the direction of Mowatt Lane.


Description of Suspect(s):
A 6’00”–6’02" male possibly wearing a dark hooded-sweatshirt or jacket with dark pants

When available for release, additional information, including updated descriptions of suspect, may be obtained by accessing the "Crime Alerts"
portion of our web site:

http://www.umdps.umd.edu/police_support_services_public_crime_alert.cfm

The University of Maryland Department of Public Safety is conducting an investigation of this crime. Individuals with any information regarding this incident, or the possible identity of the suspects, are encouraged to contact police (911 or 301-405-3555). You may also email any information to investigations@umpd.umd.edu.

Prepared by:
Sgt. K. Leonard
Public Information Officer
Office of the Chief
301-405-5762
kleonard@umpd.umd.edu

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OFF CAMPUS CRIME ALERT-FROM THE PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY POLICE

The following is a brief synopsis of information reported to the Prince George's County Police:

INCIDENT: Off-campus Strong Arm Robbery
OCCURRED: November 20, 2010 at 2:30 a.m.
LOCATION: 4200 block of Knox Road
PGPD CASE #: 10-324-0245

BRIEF DETAILS:

On November 20, 2010 at 2:30 a.m., Prince George’s County Police and the University of Maryland Police responded to the 4200 block of Knox Road for the report of a citizen strong-arm robbery. The victim was riding his bike on Knox Road when three white males tackled him off of his bike and began to assault him. The victim’s property was taken.
Suspect Description:

Suspect-1: White male, 20-25 years, gray knit cap with no writing on it
Suspect-2: White male, 20-25 years
Suspect-3: White male, 20-25 years

The Prince George's County Police Department is conducting an investigation. Individuals with any information regarding this incident or the possible identity of suspects are encouraged to contact police
(911 or 301-772-4908).

Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or text "PGPD plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online.

Email address is: pgcrimesolvers@co.pg.md.us.

When available for release, additional information, including updated descriptions of suspect, may be obtained by accessing the "Crime Alerts"
portion of our web site:

http://www.umdps.umd.edu/police_support_services_public_crime_alert.cfm


There are certain things that are wrong with these alerts.
the suspects are CLEARLY under identified. How are we meant to be on the look out for a white male 20-25 years? We couldn't have known his height, weight, or hair color? That would be more beneficial.
Victims, please be more aware of your attackers during such assaults. It would be greatly appreciated.


-AH

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