Security on Campus
Pedestrian and Vehicle Safety
Emergency: 817.735.2600
Non-Emergency: 817.735.2210
Please take a moment to review our Pedestrian and Vehicle Safety Information regarding pedestrian safety while crossing campus streets.
Crime Prevention
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Throughout
the year, the UNTHSC PD conducts crime prevention and security surveys
to the campus community and clinics. Prevention brochures covering a
variety of crime prevention topics are available at the Police
Department. Police personnel are available for presentations and
awareness programs.
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New
students and employees are given an overview of services provided by
the UNTHSC Police during orientation. Also presented at orientation are
crime prevention tips, crime statistics, and parking information. All
participants are given a tour of the Police Department to increase
awareness and are also given a campus map detailing the location of
emergency phones.
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When
a crime occurs on campus that may pose a threat to the UNTHSC
community, a Timely Warning will be posted on the UNTHSC Police
Department website as well as through the "Red Alert" campus emergency
notification system. These warnings will describe the type of criminal
incident, any available suspect information, and preventive measure that
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Tips To Prevent Theft |
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• Write an identifying number in ink in at least two places inside all textbooks
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• Never leave books or laptop computers unattended or unsecured. Remember, it only takes a few seconds for a thief to strike
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• Report suspicious persons to the Police Department at any time
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• If your property turns up missing, report it to the Police Department immediately; the thief may still be in the area
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• Always lock your vehicle and NEVER leave valuables in plain view |
Preventing Identity Theft - Resources |
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What
is identity theft? Identity theft occurs when someone uses your
personally identifying information, like your name, Social Security
number, or credit card number, without your permission, to commit fraud
or other crimes. Below are links to obtain more information about
avoiding identity theft and what to do if you have become a victim of
identity theft. |
Suspicious Activity |
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Webster defines suspicion as the act or instance of suspecting a wrong,
crime, or guilt, without sufficient evidence or proof. Here are some
examples of suspicious activity or persons:
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A broken window on a vehicle, or office building
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The sound of breaking glass in a parking lot or building
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An audible car alarm being activated
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A person being forced into a vehicle
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A strange car repeatedly driving in the same area
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If you see someone you don't know or recognize:
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Entering an office or lab with no apparent business to transact
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Loitering in a parking area, work area, or residence hall
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Soliciting any materials or items on campus
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Working on a bicycle while the bike is still chained
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Walking down a hall trying locks on doors
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Lights inside a building after hours.
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Any activity, which you feel is unusual, may be a sign of a criminal
act. Become familiar with your surroundings, and report any activity,
which is not normal.
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Providing a Description |
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After you witness a suspicious act or person, you should call the UNT
Police Department and provide a description of the person and the
direction of travel. When giving a description of a suspect, start from
head to toe with as much detail as possible.
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Hat, hair, glasses, earrings, mustache, goatee
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Upper body, muscular, fat, thin, broad, necklace
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Clothing, t-shirt, long sleeve, color, fabric
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Lower body, blue jeans, shorts, tattoos, scars, belt, fabric
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Bottom, sandals, shoes, tennis shoes, boots
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Example:White male, brown short hair, glasses, medium build, gray striped polo shirt, brown belt, watch, blue jeans, and brown shoes. Last seen leaving north bound from our police department. |
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As soon as possible after calling in a suspicious person, write down as many details that you can remember.
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Terrorism Awareness |
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Further Resources |
Pages in Security on Campus
- Crime Statistics
- You are here: Pedestrian and Vehicle Safety
- Sexual Assault
- Victim's Assistance
- Drug and Alcohol Use
- Criminal Trespass