The following incidents were reported to University Police April 5-11. Readers with information that could assist in investigating these incidents are urged to call 935-5555. This information is provided as a public service to promote safety awareness and is available on the University Police Web site at police.wustl.edu.
Crime alert
University Police issued the following alert April 5: There have been several vehicle thefts from public street parking — specifically along Washington, Enright and Interdrive avenues — over the past week. In particular, Jeep Cherokees have been targeted. Several of the stolen vehicles were recovered in neighboring communities, and in one incident four arrests were made. These thefts appear to fit a pattern of similar incidents in nearby communities.
Precautions
• If you hear a vehicle alarm, contact Police immediately.
• Do not leave expensive property such as CDs, purses, radar detectors, cellular telephones and portable stereos in plain view in your vehicle.
• Secure your vehicle with “the club.” University Police and the Quadrangle Housing Office offer “the club” at a reduced rate of $10. For more information, call the crime prevention office at 935-5084 or the Quadrangle Housing Office at 935-9511.
Additionally, University Police responded to four reports of property damage, three auto accidents, two reports each of larceny, disturbance and assault, and one report of harassment.