[UW Safety] Notification of a Criminal Incident - Strong-arm Robbery - Seattle Campus

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Notification of a Criminal Incident
5/25/10 Strong-arm Robbery - Seattle Campus

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On Tuesday May 25, 2010 at 4:35 p.m. a male student was robbed of his iPhone by two black males in the alley behind the Speech and Hearing Sciences/Social Work building. The victim was not injured. The suspects ran north up the alley. One was described as wearing a red and white coat with a Disney character on it (Donald Duck), and the other was wearing a black and white coat with unknown lettering. Both suspects appeared to be in their 20's. Both suspects are still at large.

This case is being investigated by the Seattle Police Department under case number 10-173097. Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to call the Seattle Police Department at 206-625-5011

Prevention tips for incidents such as this:

- Call 911 immediately to report suspicious activity or persons to the police.
- Avoid confrontations with suspects if possible.
- Be aware of your environment and alert for possible danger.
- Remove yourself from potentially dangerous situations as soon as possible.
- Walk in groups whenever possible.

Contact the University of Washington Police Crime Prevention Unit at 206-543-9338 for additional crime prevention information.

[UW Safety] Notification of a Criminal Incident - Unlawful entry, McCarty Hall, Seattle Campus

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Notification of a Criminal Incident - Seattle Campus
05/12/10
Burglary - Unlawful Entry - University District (Seattle)

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On 5/12/2010 at approximately 11:30 p.m., a resident of McCarty hall was awakened by the presence of an unknown male inside her room. The victim asked the suspect what he was doing in her room. The suspect responded by saying he was looking for his friend who lives in a fraternity. The victim noticed that the suspect was holding her apple laptop computer. The victim asked the suspect if he was trying to rob her, at which point the suspect left the laptop on the desk and fled the area. University of Washington Police Officers conducted a search of the surrounding areas but were unable to locate the suspect. The suspect was described as a black male, 18-25 years of age, 200-250 lbs, stocky build, no facial hair or glasses, wearing a black puffy jacket and black hat with white on it.

This case is being investigated by the UWPD under case # 10-000851. If you have any additional information about this crime or suspect, please call the University of Washington Police Department at 206.685.8973. To report other suspicious activities or persons call 911.

Prevention tips for incidents such as this:

- Call 911 immediately to report suspicious activity or persons to the police.
- Avoid confrontations with suspects if possible.
- Secure all doors and windows to prevent unauthorized entry.

There are precautions you can take to help prevent yourself from becoming a victim of these types of crimes. Contact the UWPD Crime Prevention Unit at 206.543.9338 or visit us on the web at www.washington.edu/admin/police/prevention for additional crime prevention information.

[UW Safety] Notification of Criminal Incident - Seattle Campus

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Notification of a Criminal Incident - Seattle Campus
05/04/10
Bank Robbery - University District (Seattle)

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On Tuesday, May 4, 2010, at approximately 1:40 p.m., a bank robbery occurred at a bank in the 1300 block of N.E. 45th Street in Seattle. The robbery suspect was described as a white male in his 40's, 5'-09" in height, medium build, with light brown hair and clean shaven. The suspect was wearing an off-white baseball cap with a dark brim, a gray zippered sweat shirt covering a black shirt underneath, light colored pants with a stripe down the sides, and white shoes. After the robbery, the suspect fled westbound from the bank.

Seattle Police and University of Washington Police Officers responded to the scene and conducted an extensive area check but were unable to locate the suspect. This incident is being investigated by the Seattle Police Department and the FBI under SPD incident number 10-145257. Anyone having additional information regarding this case is asked to call the Seattle Police Department at 206-233-5000.

Prevention tips for incidents such as this:
* Call 911 to report suspicious activity or persons to the police.
* Avoid confrontations with suspects if possible.
* Be aware of your environment and alert for possible danger.
* Remove yourself from potentially dangerous situations as soon as possible.

If you notice that a bank robbery is in progress, simply get some details on the robber that you can pass on to the police. Some helpful information to pass on to the police:
* Clothing descriptors- look for layers under the visible layer (usually the outer layer will come off once the suspect leaves the scene)
* Physical characteristics - height, weight, eyes, hair, mannerisms, scars/tattoos
* Direction of travel (by foot or automobile)
* Automobile description
* Weapons involved - the police need to know if the robber is armed

Remember that the bank robber is trying to avoid being captured, therefore, DO NOT try to attract any unwanted attention to yourself. Attempting to stop or agitate the bank robber can result in harm to yourself and/or others. Allow the bank robber to leave. Law Enforcement will pursue the robber.

Contact the University of Washington Police Crime Prevention Unit at 206-543-9338 for additional crime prevention information.