Safety Bulletin - February 2, 2007
ATTENTION: UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY
SIUE Police have responded to several Burglaries to Motor Vehicles in the past few weeks. These burglaries have occurred in all residence hall parking lots, fan lots, Korte Stadium parking lot, and several of the core campus lots. Stereo systems, small electronics, CDs, and personal belongings seem to be targeted in these burglaries. In most cases entry has been gained by punching out a lock or breaking a window.
The following prevention tips may help keep you from becoming a victim of Burglary to Motor Vehicle:
- ALWAYS LOCK YOUR CAR. No matter where you park; school, work, or home, lock it and take the keys with you.
- NEVER LEAVE VALUABLES IN SIGHT. When you park your car, take your purse, cellular phone, CD’s, and anything of value and place them in your trunk or out of sight -- better yet, take them with you.
- CHECK YOUR VEHICLE DAILY. Time is of the essence in these crimes. If you leave your car in a lot, make sure you check on it to make sure there has been no vandalism or damage.
- ALWAYS MAKE SURE YOUR WINDOWS ARE CLOSED. Most professional thieves can unlock a car through a very small opening.
- NEVER LEAVE IMPORTANT PAPERS OR CREDIT CARDS IN YOUR VEHICLE (not even in the glove compartment.)
- ALWAYS TRY TO PARK IN WELL-LIT AREAS.
- MOST IMPORTANT – REPORT ANY SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY OR SUSPICIOUS PEOPLE THAT YOU OBSERVE IN A PARKING LOT TO THE UNIVERSITY POLICE, IMMEDIATELY!!!
If you have any information or see anything suspicious, please contact the SIUE Police Department at 650-3324. If it is an emergency situation, dial 911.
