Crime Bulletin – Attempted Sexual Battery – Possibly Near Campus
The FSU Police Department, in the interests of informing the FSU community, is forwarding a press release that was distributed by the Tallahassee Police Department. While the FSU Police Department does not have information that there is a link between this offense and FSU, we believe that this is important information to share so FSU students, faculty, and staff can make informed decisions regarding their safety. If you have any information concerning any activity or suspect information that may be associated with this offense, please contact the Tallahassee Police Department without delay at the phone number provided below.
November 13, 2009
This morning at approximately 5:25AM the Tallahassee Police Department responded to the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in reference to an attempted sexual battery. Upon arrival officers learned that sometime prior to 5:00AM the victim had been attempting to walk home when she was attacked somewhere along West Tennessee Street. Two males exited a light or cream-colored newer model van, one armed with a knife, and attempted to sexually batter the victim. The victim fought off the suspects and received non-life threatening injuries.
Suspects:
W/M, early to mid twenties, 5′08 to 5′09”, close cut thin beard that outlined jaw,
and wearing white t-shirt and blue jeans
W/M, early to mid twenties, clean shaven, and wearing a black t-shirt and blue
jeans
There were several other white males in the newer model light or cream-colored van at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the Tallahassee Police Department at (850) 891-4200 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 574-TIPS (8477). Remember, Crime Stoppers does not want your name, just your information. You could be eligible for a reward of up to $1000.
Crime Prevention Tips
1. Avoid walking alone, especially at night. Criminals often search for a person who is isolated from others. There is added safety in numbers.
2. In the event you see a person or persons that make you feel uncomfortable, get to an area where there are others, like a restaurant or store, and call police.
3. If you go out at night, leave with the same people that you went out with. Take care of each other and ensure everyone gets home safely.
4. Make sure you always tell someone where you are going, and when you expect to return. If you are overdue, someone is more likely to call police to search for you.
Crime Bulletin - Car Burglaries Main Campus
The FSU Police Department is currently investigating nine auto burglaries that were reported between October 26 and October 27. The rate of burglaries reported is higher than usual and the FSUPD is taking proactive measures to identify, locate, and arrest the person or persons responsible. Students, faculty, and staff are asked to keep an extra eye out for suspicious persons loitering in parking lots and report them to FSUPD immediately. No persons have been approached, assaulted, or threatened in these cases.
If you have any information about suspicious activities, persons, or vehicles in FSU parking lots and facilities on or about October 26 and 27, 2009, please contact the FSU Police Department at 644 1234. If you wish to provide your information anonymously, you can contact Big Bend Crime Stoppers at 850 574 TIPS. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers may make you eligible for a reward of up to 1000 dollars. Remember that Crime Stoppers does not want your name, just your information.
Crime Prevention Tips
1. Park your vehicle in an area where people frequent if possible. The more potential witnesses are around, the greater the risk of getting caught to the criminal.
2. Call police anytime you see someone that you feel is acting in a suspicious manner. Explain the circumstances to the dispatcher and police will respond to evaluate the situation.
3. If you see a break in occurring, such as someone breaking the window of a car, call 911 immediately. Seconds count when police are responding.
4. Do not leave valuable items in your car or visible. The less attractive your car is to a burglar, the better.
5. Do not confront a suspicious person or burglar. A desperate criminal may use force to escape.
This information is brought to you as a public service of the FSU Police Department to help students, faculty, and staff make informed safety decisions. Remember, FSU Seminoles look out for one another, so if you see suspicious activities, call police immediately!
Crime Bulletin - Strong Arm Robbery
On October 8th, 2009 at about 1:41am, the FSU Police responded to the report of a robbery that occurred in the woods bordering the FSU Bike Trail. The victim, who is a current FSU student, advised while walking through the University Village apartment complex off of W. Call St., two males asked him what he was doing. The victim told them nothing and continued to walk southbound towards a trail that leads to the bike trail. As the victim entered the wood line separating the bike trail from the apartment complex he was tackled by the two males. One of the males went through all the pockets of the victim and retrieved four dollars. Soon after the males let the victim go they both fled the area. The victim ran from the scene and contacted the FSUPD immediately after. The victim was not physically injured.
Suspect Descriptions
Suspect 1
Sex and Race Male Black
Build 5ft 9in or taller with an average build
Wearing Unknown
Hair Long dreads
Suspect 2
Sex and Race Male Black
Build 5ft 9in or taller with an average build
Wearing Unknown
Hair Unknown
The FSU Police Department is investigating this case and is seeking any information that may lead to the identification of the suspects. If you or anyone you know saw any suspicious activity in the area of the Bike Trail leading up to, during, or after the time of the crime, please contact the FSUPD immediately at 850 644 1234. If you prefer to share information anonymously, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 850 574 TIPS and you may be eligible for a reward of up to 1000 dollars for your information. Remember, Crime Stoppers does not want your name, just your information.
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
1. Criminals prefer to isolate their intended targets. Walk with a buddy or near groups of people.
2. Walk in well lighted areas and report any discrepancies (lights out, etc.) to the FSUPD at 644 1234.
3. If you see any persons that make you suspicious, trust your instincts. Go to a safe place and call police. Remember, when in doubt, have the police check them out!
4. Avoid carrying obvious valuable items. Criminals may be enticed by valuable property.
5. Stay aware of your surroundings. Actively survey the area as you walk, and appear alert. Criminals prefer the element of surprise and you may be able to deny them this.
6. Tell someone where you are going and when you intend to return. If you experience an emergency, friends and police will know where to look for you.
7. When parking your car, survey the area before exiting and if you see anyone who makes you feel suspicious, do not get out. Drive away and call police.
This information is brought to you by the FSU Police Department to advise you of important crime information on campus to assist you with making sound personal safety decisions.
Crime Bulletin Armed Robbery
On Friday, October 09, 2009 at about 4:20am, an FSU student reported he was robbed between Smith Hall and Kellum Hall on the FSU campus by three males. The student was walking home between Kellum Hall and Smith Hall and he felt a gun pointed to the back of his head. He then struck the forearm of the male holding the gun. The gun fell to the ground and it was then picked up by a second male. The second male then pointed the gun at his face and told to give him all of his money. After refusing to give the male the money, he hit the gun to the ground again and began to run. The suspects fled the area. He did not see their direction of travel. The report was delayed to police approximately 30 minutes and no suspects could be located in the area. The victim was not physically injured.
Suspect Descriptions
The complainant described the suspects as three black males, all wearing black hoodies, black masks and jeans. One of the males was approximately 5ft 7in and the other two were approximately 6ft 0in tall.
The FSU Police Department is investigating this case and is seeking any information that may lead to the identification of the suspects. If you or anyone you know saw any suspicious activity in the area of the Kellum and Smith Halls leading up to, during, or after the time of the crime, please contact the FSUPD immediately at 850 644 1234. If you prefer to share information anonymously, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 850 574 TIPS and you may be eligible for a reward of up to 1000 dollars for your information. Remember, Crime Stoppers does not want your name, just your information.
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
1. Criminals prefer to isolate their intended targets. Walk with a buddy or near groups of people.
2. Walk in well lighted areas and report any discrepancies (lights out, etc.) to the FSUPD at 644 1234.
3. If you see any persons that make you suspicious, trust your instincts. Go to a safe place and call police. Remember, when in doubt, have the police check them out!
4. Avoid carrying obvious valuable items. Criminals may be enticed by valuable property.
5. Stay aware of your surroundings. Actively survey the area as you walk, and appear alert. Criminals prefer the element of surprise and you may be able to deny them this.
6. Tell someone where you are going and when you intend to return. If you experience an emergency, friends and police will know where to look for you.
7. When parking your car, survey the area before exiting and if you see anyone who makes you feel suspicious, do not get out. Drive away and call police.
8. Remember, if you are robbed, do not risk your safety to protect belongings. Things can be replaced.
This information is brought to you by the FSU Police Department to advise you of important crime information on campus to assist you with making sound personal safety decisions.
Crime Bulletin Sexual Battery
On 09 23 09 at about 1am, a woman unaffiliated with FSU, was seated in front of the Fine Arts Building along Tennessee Street. She was approached by an acquaintance whom she had known for a number of months and described as homeless. She and the acquaintance walked to a stairwell near the Fine Arts Building courtyard where she reported the suspect sexually battered her. No weapons were seen or implied. Other than the described crime, the victim did not sustain additional injury. The suspect is described as a black male, 5 feet 3 inches to 5 feet 4 inches in height, dark complexion, 35-45 years of age, medium build, with unkempt cornrow style hair. The suspect was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and wearing jeans, and was described as a transient person. The FSUPD is actively investigating this case and is seeking any information that may be available that may lead to the identification and arrest of the suspect. This case has no relation to the recent off campus sexual battery case being investigated by FSUPD involving an FSU student. Although students are not believed to be specifically threatened in this case, the FSU Police Department is providing this information as a public service to help members of the FSU community make sound personal safety decisions. Any persons having information about suspicious activities occurring near the Fine Arts Building before, during, or after the time of this offense are asked to contact the FSU Police Department at 850 644 1234. Anonymous information may also be provided via Crime Stoppers at 850 574 TIPS. With Crime Stoppers, information you provide may make you eligible for a reward of up to 1000 dollars, and you do not have to provide your name. CRIME TIPS 1. Avoid walking alone at night. Walk with a friend or a group of friends. 2. Do not become isolated and stay in lighted areas. 3. Report suspicious activities or persons immediately to police. 4. Pay attention to the location of Blue Light Emergency Telephones and use them any time you need police assistance. 5. When you go out, tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return. 6. Students can get a free ride on campus at night by calling 644 SAFE. SAFE runs from dark until 3am.
Crime Bulletin-Robberies Near Campus
The FSU Police Department has learned that the Tallahassee Police Department is working a series of robberies that have occurred this evening in areas surrounding the FSU campus between the hours of 12am and 1am. While no robberies are known to have occurred on campus, this information is being provided as a public service so students will be aware and can take steps to enhance their safety. Robberies have reportedly occurred in the area of
Check alerts.fsu.edu for more information
Crime Tips:
1. Be aware of your surroundings.
2. Immediately call police if you have any information related to these robberies.
3. Use the buddy system. Walk in groups. Stay in populated areas.
4. Stay indoors if possible. Do not venture out alone.
Crime Bulletin-Robbery
Armed Robbery in Heritage Grove On September 6, 2009 at about 1:04am, FSU Police responded to a report of an armed robbery that occurred near building 1900 in Heritage Grove. The driver and passenger who had arrived together in a car advised that when they parked and exited, they were immediately approached by 2 suspects, one of whom was armed with a handgun. The suspects demanded the victims wallets. Once the suspects obtained the victims property, they entered a vehicle driven by another unidentified suspect. The suspects then fled. The victim driver followed the suspect vehicle after it left but eventually lost sight of it. Neither of the victims were physically injured. Suspect Descriptions: Suspect 1 Sex/Race: Male Black Build: About 5ft 7in with a thin build Wearing: Long black t-shirt Armed with a handgun Suspect 2 Sex/Race Male Black Build: no description Wearing: shirtless Other: numerous tattoos on chest and shoulders Suspect 3 (driver of suspect vehicle) No description Suspect Vehicle: Silver or White Dodge Charger type vehicle Darkly tinted windows The FSU Police Department is investigating this case and is seeking any information that may lead to the identification of the suspects. If you or anyone you know saw any suspicious activity in the area of Heritage Grove leading up to, during, or after the time of the crime, please contact the FSUPD immediately at 850-644-1234. If you prefer to share information anonymously, you can contact CrimeStoppers at 850-574-TIPS and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $1000 for your information. Remember, CrimeStoppers does not want your name, just your information. CRIME PREVENTION TIPS 1. Criminals prefer to isolate their intended targets. Walk with a buddy or near groups of people. 2. Walk in well lighted areas and report any discrepancies (lights out, etc.) to the FSUPD at 644-1234. 3. If you see any persons that make you suspicious, trust your instincts. Go to a safe place and call police. Remember, when in doubt, have the police check them out! 4. Avoid carrying obvious valuable items. Criminals may be enticed by valuable property. 5. Stay aware of your surroundings. Actively survey the area as you walk, and appear alert. Criminals prefer the element of surprise and you may be able to deny them this. 6. Tell someone where you are going and when you intend to return. If you experience an emergency, friends and police will know where to look for you. 7. When parking your car, survey the area before exiting and if you see anyone who makes you feel suspicious, do not get out. Drive away and call police. This information is brought to you by the FSU Police Department to advise you of important crime information on campus to assist you with making sound personal safety decisions.
Crime Bulletin-Robbery
Crime Bulletin
Robbery
On September 2, 2009 at about 8:45pm, a student was walking to her car in the parking lot just west of McCollum Hall when she was approached by a male who grabbed her purse, pulling it from her. Upon obtaining the purse, the suspect fled west toward
Suspect Information:
Sex/Race: Male/Black
Height/Weight: 6ft 1in, 130-150 lbs
Last seen wearing: Short tan cargo pants, navy blue polo shirt
Build: described as very skinny
Other: Clean shaven
No weapons seen or implied
Crime Prevention Tips:
1. Criminals prefer to isolate their intended targets. Walk with a buddy or near groups of people.
2. Walk in well lighted areas and report any discrepancies (lights out, etc.) to the FSUPD at 644-1234.
3. If you see any persons that make you suspicious, trust your instincts. Go to a safe place and call police. Remember, when in doubt, have the police check them out!
4. Avoid carrying obvious valuable items. Criminals may be enticed by valuable property.
5. Stay aware of your surroundings. Actively survey the area as you walk, and appear alert. Criminals prefer the element of surprise and you may be able to deny them this.
6. Tell someone where you are going and when you intend to return. If you experience an emergency, friends and police will know where to look for you.
This information is brought to you by the FSU Police Department to advise you of important crime information on campus to assist you with making sound personal safety decisions.
Crime Bulletin Update
Attached below is a composite sketch of the second suspect listed on the Crime Bulletin from the Science Quad Robbery on July 31, 2009:
Crime Bulletin
CRIME BULLETIN FSU Police Department Science Quad Robbery 7/30/09 An FSU Student was the victim of a robbery on July 31, 2009 at approximately 2:30 AM in the area of the Keen Building on the FSU campus. The victim was approached from behind by two males who battered the victim and then seized several of the victims items. The males fled the scene on foot. There were no weapons used or displayed in this incident. The victim sustained only minor injuries. The victim described the suspects as follows: Sex/Race - male/white Height - 6 ft 00 in Weight - 160 lbs Blond hair with a buzz cut. Clothing: Wearing a white and black button shirt. The suspect is between the age of 19 & 24. Sex/Race - male/white Height - 6 ft 00 in Weight - 160 lbs Black spiked hair Clothing - Dark jeans The suspect is between the age of 19 & 24. Crime Prevention Tips - Report suspicious activity immediately to the FSUPD - Avoid walking alone at night. - Trust your instincts - Avoid suspicious persons - Stay in well-lit and well populated areas - Use the SAFE Bus, StarMetro, or Night Nole - Be a good witness. Note a vehicle description or suspect description - Walk in large groups - Remember your property is not worth your life. If you have any information about this incident or the suspect(s), please contact the FSU Police Department at 644-1234 (off campus) or 3-1-1 (on campus). In an emergency, DIAL 911. You may also contact Crime$toppers at 574-TIPS. Your information may make you eligible for a reward of up to $1000, and you can remain anonymous. You may along leave anonymous information via Silent Witness on the FSUPD website at