[URGENT] UIC Public Safety Advisory

 

Public Safety Advisory

Campus community:

We would like to inform you of a crime that recently occurred in the campus area to ensure you have the information you need to take the appropriate precautions.

On Saturday, Oct. 19, between 5:45 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., a motor vehicle theft occurred at 1100 S. Wood St.

UIC Police responded to and met with the victim, who reported that he had parked his vehicle inside the UIC parking structure located at 1100 S. Wood Street and, upon returning to his vehicle, discovered it had been taken. There are no reported injuries, and the victim is affiliated with UIC. 

There is no suspect description available.

UIC Police will lead the investigation. If you have any information about this incident or concerns about campus safety, please contact the UIC Police non-emergency number: 312-996-2830. Witnesses can remain anonymous by reporting through the Anonymous Incident Reporting Form.

UIC Police will provide updates as the situation warrants. For a more comprehensive look at crime in the campus area, see the daily crime log.

Public safety advisories are issued for relevant crimes that occur in our Clery geography. However, the UIC Police patrol area is much larger. UIC Police monitors this larger geographic area, together with the Chicago Police Department, to enhance community safety. UIC has more than 2,400 security cameras and 3,300 sensors posted around campus to deter crime and identify suspects. Detectives in our investigations division are trained to support and care for survivors of sexual assault and to investigate other violent crimes. Our security guards provide an extra layer of security, primarily around residence halls and libraries. Security guards can intervene or call police when they see unsafe conditions. Student patrol officers also provide observational security and Walking Safety Escorts, a free walking escort service for students, faculty and staff so they do not have to walk alone on campus.

Be aware. Stay informed. Together, we can secure our community.

  • Lock your vehicle. Always lock your doors and roll up the windows when you're not in the vehicle, even if you're just stepping away for a moment. Never leave your vehicle running and unattended.
  • Park in well-lit areas. Whenever possible, park in well-lit, heavily traveled areas around campus, especially at night. Avoid parking in dimly lit or isolated spots.
  • Lock valuables out of sight. Don't leave valuable items like laptops, bags or electronics visible in your vehicle. Place them in the trunk or take them with you.
  • Install an audible alarm system and anti-theft device. An audible alarm is designed to emit a loud noise if someone tries to enter the vehicle while the alarm is on. The attention attracted by the noise may chase off a potential thief.
  • Be alert. Be aware of your surroundings when you park your vehicle. If you are unsure whether your vehicle will be safe or see someone loitering around the UIC parking lots, it's best to park somewhere else. 
  • Report suspicious activity. If you notice anyone acting suspiciously around parked vehicles, report it to the UIC Police non-emergency number: 312-996-2830.
  • Stay informed. Be aware of local public safety advisories and any reported vehicular hijackings on or near campus.
  • Reduce risk. Remember that while taking precautions can reduce the risk of motor-vehicle theft, no method is foolproof. Being vigilant and taking these safety measures can go a long way in deterring potential thieves and protecting your vehicle and belongings on campus.

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UIC public safety advisories are issued in accordance with a federal law (the Jeanne Clery Act) which requires universities to disclose information about certain crimes that may pose an ongoing threat to the campus community. To advance racial equity and social justice, UIC public safety advisories do not routinely use race, ethnicity or national origin as a descriptor.

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