Public Safety Information: Suspicious Incidents

For the protection and safety of SU students the Department of Public Safety releases the following information: Suspicious Incidents (Date Issued: 9/15/16)

The purpose of this notice is to advise students of suspicious incidents happening in and around campus. There have been a few incidents where a female, late 40’s, medium build, approximately 5’7” tall and 200 lbs has been approaching and entering student’s vehicles demanding money and rides. The suspect has been telling students that she is a nurse and is pregnant.

If anyone has any information regarding these incidents or has been a victim of such incident, please contact the Syracuse University Department of Public Safety at (315) 443-2224.

If you would like to anonymously report NON-EMERGENCY information for DPS, you can use the Silent Witness tool, available at http://publicsafety.syr.edu/html/silent_witness.html
 

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE REMEMBER:

  • After dark, take advantage of the free safety escort services available through the Department of Public Safety. Both walking and shuttle services are available to students, staff, and faculty at SU or SUNY-ESF. Call 443-SAFE (7233) for more information about these services.
  • Secure unattended property
  • Take advantage of the CENTRO and Caz Limo bus services. Taxi services are also available.
  • Be aware of your surroundings: look and listen.
  • Travel in well-lit and populated areas.
  • Don’t approach strangers or let them get close to you.
  • If you think someone is following you, switch directions or cross the street. Go toward an open business or lighted house.
  • Have your house or car keys in hand before you reach your door.
  • If someone tries to rob you, don’t resist. Give up your property, not your life.
  • If you are in a safe place to do so, attempt to get a description of the suspect(s) and any associated vehicles or license plate numbers.
  • Lock your car doors and windows.
  • Download and use the LiveSafe app to report any suspicious activity.

IMMEDIATELY report emergencies or suspicious activities, persons and vehicles.

For Public Safety dial 443-2224 or #78 (from a cell phone); if you are in a situation where you cannot safely make a phone call, send a text message to 711@syr.edu; for Syracuse Police dial 911.

Your quick reporting may help prevent others from becoming victims.