Crime Alert for Friday February 4, 2000

[Joyce M Ploeger]

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
9-1-1 UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN 9-1-1

* * CRIME ALERT * *

Date: February 4, 2000 / 9:45 A.M.

Location: 500 Block East University
outside Randall Lab.

Offense: Strong Arm Robbery

Summary: Victim pushed from behind and fell to the ground.
Unknown suspect(s) took victims purse.

Suspect: Unknown, victim did not see suspect(s).

IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN,
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY AT 763-1131

REMEMBER: * Look assertive, and be aware of your surroundings.
* Be aware that your risk increases in secluded and isolated areas.
* Walk with a trusted friend or coworker when possible.
* Trust your intuition. If a particular situation makes you feel
uncomfortable or unsafe, choose an alternative.
* If you have a car, always have the doors locked when the vehicle is
parked or while driving.
* Have your keys in hand before you reach your vehicle.
* If you feel threatened on campus, look for a blue light emergency phone
or call 9-1-1 from any phone (no coins needed for 9-1-1 calls).