INCIDENT ALERTS

Incident Alert 08-02: Off Campus Burglary

Yesterday morning, 14 February 2008, between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. a Loyola student’s off campus residence was burglarized. The students had failed to properly secure their sliding glass door prior to retiring for the night. No one was injured in the break-in, but several electronic items were stolen from the residence. LCPD would like to remind all College Community members to always secure your residences at all times and to report criminal or suspicious activity by calling 5911 or 5010. You can contact Baltimore City Police Department by dialing 311 for non-emergency matters or 911 for emergencies. Anyone who may have any information concerning this incident is asked to call 1124 or 1128.

Crime Prevention Notice 08-01: Fire and Vehicle Safety

The Department of Public Safety would like to remind all College Community members to take extra care when using personal space heaters. With the onset of winter and as the outside temperature’s continue to drop, please exercise caution when using these devices inside of your home or office. Annually numerous deaths, burns and fires are reported nationwide from the use of these devices. Please make sure space heaters are not left unattended and kept in areas free of debris which could ignite and cause harm to you or your family. Baltimore City Fire Department recommends leaving a three foot clearance when using these devices. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the members of our fire safety team.

Additionally, please remain aware that traditionally we see more auto break-ins when valuable items are left in plain view. Please take every precaution to hide valuables out of sight if you are leaving anything in your automobile. Also, be aware that automobile catalytic converters have become a high theft item. Always park your vehicle in well lit and highly traveled roadways whenever possible. Always report any suspicious activities to LCPD at 5010.

Incident Alert 11 Incident on October 22

At approximately 7:15 this evening, a group of Loyola students reported overhearing threatening comments made by a fellow student. The group contacted Loyola's Department of Public Safety, which located the student in question.

After thorough questioning by the Baltimore City Police Department and Loyola's Department of Public Safety, as well as a search of the student's room by the Office of Student Life, it was determined that the student's comments were tied to a misunderstood class assignment, and were not malicious in nature.

The Baltimore City Police Department requested that the student be evaluated by medical personnel, and this process is underway at the present time.

Incident Alert 07-10 Armed Assault and Robbery

On Thursday, 9/13/2007 at approximately 2 am, 5 students were robbed at gunpoint while walking south bound on York Road, just beyond Bellona Avenue. One student who was walking behind the group was approached first and then struck in the face with an undetermined object when he told the perpetrator he had no money. The other four students, who attempted to come to his aid, were threatened at gunpoint and patted down for property. The student who was struck was treated for a bruised nose at a local hospital and released.

LCPD reminds everyone that walking in groups is certainly safer than walking alone; however based on recent incidents, the Department of Public Safety urges students to use a taxi when traveling during hours of darkness, particularly on and around the York Road Corridor.  Loyola has added additional Baltimore City Police Officers to patrol this area. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is asked to call BCPD at 311 or LCPD at ext. 1128 or 1124.

Incident Alert 07-09 Assault (York Road)

On Friday evening Aug 31, 2007, at approximately 11:30 pm, a group of four Loyola students reported being assaulted in or around York and Belvedere roads after coming out of Zen West.  The students stated that a group of individuals approached them and had questions about a cell phone that one of the students was using.  The phone was grabbed from the student and the suspect ran, at the same time, one of the other students was hit and knocked to the ground.  Minor injuries were sustained by the student that fell.   The injured student did not request medical assistance from BCFD.   BCPD responded to the incident and took a report. An investigation is ongoing

The Department of Public Safety will report additional information as it becomes available.  As always, please report incidents of crime or suspicious activity to either the Baltimore City Police (911) or the LCPD (5911). 

Incident Alert 07-08 Armed Assault and Robbery

On Tuesday evening, August 21, 2007, at approximately 11:30 PM, the McDonalds at York Road and Winston Avenue was held up at gun point. An unidentified individual walked up to the establishment’s drive-thru window on foot and demanded money. The dinning area of the McDonalds was closed at the time.  No one from the Loyola College community was involved in this incident. BCPD is currently investigating this incident. LCPD would like to remind all members of the college community to remain aware of their surroundings, particularly when frequenting the York Road corridor. Anyone who may have any information regarding this incident is asked to call BCPD at 311 or LCPD at 1124 /1128.  

Incident Alert 07-07 Burglary
This morning, 14 Aug 2007,  between 0800 - 1230 hours, a College-owned residence located at Winston Avenue was forcibly entered through a westside  basement window.  No one was home at the time of the break in and a few items were stolen from the home.  Baltimore City Police Department’s crime lab responded to the scene and an investigation is ongoing. All members of the College Community are reminded they can report criminal or suspicious activity by calling 5911 or 5010. Anyone who may have any information concerning this incident is asked to call 1124 or 1128. 
IA 07-07     LCPD 07-1045    BCPD 5H7190

Incident Alert 07-06 Burglary
Over the weekend, a College-owned residence located at Rossiter Avenue was forcibly entered through a rear basement door. Campus police believe that an unknown person(s) gained entry through a basement door sometime between Wednesday evening 7/25/2007 and Friday evening 7/27/2007.  No one was home at the time of the break in and a few items were stolen from the home.  Baltimore City Police Department’s crime lab responded to the scene and an investigation is ongoing. LCPD reminds all members of the College Community to make sure you employ all security devices (dead bolts, alarm systems, etc.) you may have available at your residence.

We would also like to remind summer student residents to not leave your dorm rooms unlocked at anytime.  Recently, campus police have found numerous doors unlocked and/or wide open with no occupants in sight. Leaving rooms and offices unlocked and unattended is an open invitation for potential loss of property. All members of the College Community are reminded they can report criminal or suspicious activity by calling 5911 or 5010. Anyone who may have any information concerning these incidents is asked to call 1124 or 1128.

Incident Alert 07-05 Attempted Robbery and Assault
The Department of Public Safety recently became aware of an attempted Robbery and Assault that occurred on 10 July 2007.  The robbery occurred at approximately 01:29 am in or around 5900 block of York Road near Craig's Favorites Bar.  The student was returning to campus from an establishment on York Road and was knocked to the ground punched several times and kicked.  The suspects then patted the student down for valuables but no theft was reported.  The student was injured slightly during the incident.   

The Department of Public Safety would like to remind all members of the Loyola community to please be aware of your surroundings and use good judgment in route selection and time of travel.  Please be advised to avoid unlit or dark areas, and walk in groups whenever possible.   The College has increased patrols in this area and is seeking any additional information regarding this incident.  As always, please report incidents of crime or suspicious activity immediately to either the Baltimore City Police (911) or the LCPD (5911). 

Incident Alert 07-04 Assault Other Dangerous Weapon
On Friday morning, May 11, 2007, at approximately 2:30 am, a Loyola student reported being assaulted on the 5200 block of York Road near the Govan’s Presbyterian Church.  According to the injured student, he and another student were returning to campus from the Dunkin Donuts on York Road.  The student reported that after being followed and exchanging words with two suspects, he was then hit in the head with a brick that was thrown by one of the two suspects.  No theft was reported.  The injured student was treated on the scene and then transported to the hospital by BCFD.  Investigation of this incident is ongoing by BCPD and LCPD.  

The Department of Public Safety would like to remind all members of the Loyola community to please be aware of your surroundings and use good judgment in route selection and time of travel.  Please be advised to avoid unlit or dark areas, and walk in groups whenever possible.   The College has increased patrols in this area and is seeking any additional information regarding this incident.  As always, please report incidents of crime or suspicious activity to either the Baltimore City Police (911) or the LCPD (5911). 

Incident Alert 07-03 Assault
On Monday morning April 2, 2007, at approximately 1:20 a.m., a Loyola student reported being assaulted after exiting a vehicle. The assault took place behind the Govan’s Presbyterian Church, which is located at the 5200 block of York Road.  The victim stated that she was struck on the side of the head.  She was not able to provide a description of the suspect.  No property was taken as a result of this incident. This is all of the information that we have at this time regarding the incident.  If anyone has any information regarding this matter, please contact Loyola Campus Police at (5911).

The Department of Public Safety would like to remind all members of the Loyola community to please be aware of your surroundings.  When possible, please avoid unlit or dark areas, stay away from overgrown shrubbery and walk in groups.   Also, please be sure to lock your residence, even when you are home.  We have increased our police patrols in this area.  As always, please report incidents of crime or of suspicious activity to either the Baltimore City Police (911) or the LCPD (5911). 

Cold Spring Lane Information Alert 07-04 (Robbery)On Wednesday evening, May 16, 2007 at 8:52 pm, a robbery occurred at the Royal Farm store in the 200 block of West Cold Spring Lane.  An unidentified suspect robbed the store and fled on foot in an unknown direction.  The suspect is still at large.  No weapon was displayed.  BCPD is investigating this incident. 

York Road Information Alert 07-03 (Homicide)
On Wednesday evening, May 16, 2007, at approximately 7:00 pm, a shooting occurred in the 500 block of Chateau Avenue.  Chateau Avenue intersects York Road across the street from 5104 York Road (near the Crown Station).  The 21 year old victim had been approached by an unknown person and was shot.  The suspect fled east on Chateau on foot and is still at large.  The unidentified victim was transported to Sinai Hospital where he later died.  The Baltimore City Police Department is investigating this incident. 

York  Road information Alert 07-02  (Double Stabbing / Homicide)
On Friday, February 17, 2007, at approximately 11:30 PM, a double stabbing occurred at 5309 York Road.  The incident occurred between Sheridan and Glenwood Avenues across the street from the Auto Parts store on York Road.  One of the victims died on Saturday and the other is in critical condition.  No Loyola students were involved.
 
Baltimore City Police are currently investigating this matter and will keep the College informed as things progress.
 
As always, please stay aware of your surroundings, and when possible, travel in groups and use public transportation.  Please report suspicious activity to LCPD at 5010 or BCPD at 311.

York Road information Alert 07-01 (Homicide)
The Department of Public Safety has been informed that on Jan 9, 2007 at approximately 11:45 PM a homicide occurred at the 5200 block of York Road. This is located at the senior citizen high rise down the street from CVS.  Investigation by Northern District and the City’s Homicide Unit conntinue. According to Baltimore City Police,  indications are that the homicide was drug related.

This incident amplifies the need to stay aware of your surroundings at all times. Please report any suspicious occurrences to LCPD at 5010 or BCPD at 411.

Crime Prevention, 07- 01  Secure your doors!
On Sunday, July 8, 2007, a larceny was reported from Campion Towers - 2nd floor by the occupants of a room.  Investigation revealed that person(s) unknown entered the residence between July 3rd & July 8th and removed a "Gateway" laptop computer and a "Sony" play station.  The door was unsecured when discovered by the occupants.  Presently there are no suspects in this reported incident.  Please be aware of your surroundings and report any and all suspicious activity and persons.  It is of utmost importance that you secure your door when leaving your residence, while no one is inside of the residence and when you are sleeping. 

Community Safety Alerts
Two construction related Safety alerts:
1. Ennis Parallel, the road behind College Center, will be closed to pedestrian and vehicle traffic on Wednesday, March 21st from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  There will be a crane in place off-loading steel for the College Center pool area renovation.  Foot traffic should go on the quad side to bypass the construction area.  Your cooperation, bypassing this area will greatly assist the construction process and will keep us all safer. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Project Management and Facilities Maintenance Department at 410-617-2200.

2. Construction at the new resident hall and Library sites has caused some students to create a new path way over Stoney Creek.  This is not the preferred path to get to the College of Notre Dame, Charles Street, or to the FAC.  This path is not as safe as going up to Ennis Parallel to get to Charles Street.  It is a little longer journey,  however is much safer.  When the Library is open, students can cut though the Library to get over the creek.  When the Library is closed, Ennis Parallel is the recommended route. If someone would slip, trip or fall on this "new" route they may not be seen and  medical treatment could be delayed. Thank you for your support and as spring begins please keep aware of what is happening around you.  Potential new hazzards await in or around these construction areas.   Students, Staff and Faculty should increase there awareness in these areas.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Public Safety  at 410-617-5010

Loyola Emergency Notification System
SUBJECT: New emergency notification system
The College has recently augmented the Loyola Emergency Notification System (LENS) with a text messaging service that will instantly and simultaneously distribute brief messages in situations posing imminent physical threats to the College Community. By using Short Messaging System (SMS) technology, the system, e2Campus, can convey messages to registered mobile phones, Blackberries, wireless PDAs, smart phones and satellite phones even in times when traditional phone and e-mail networks are congested due to increased volume.

Loyola’s Office of Public Safety will use the e2campus system to provide notification of situations posing imminent, physical threats to the College Community. This new mass notification system complements the existing Loyola Emergency Notification System (LENS), which includes outside sirens, PM Evergreen e-mails, phone mail announcements, and indoor fire alarm speakers. The e2campus mass notification system will only be used in circumstances posing grave physical danger, and use of the system will be followed by announcements in all of the College’s existing emergency notification channels.

In order to benefit from this new service, you must register your cell phone with e2campus via Blackboard. Most cell phones are already SMS-enabled; those that are not may still receive the messages, but may incur a small fee.

To register:

1) Make sure you have your cell phone on hand.
2) Go to Loyola’s Blackboard page at http://my.loyola.edu
3) Log in using your Loyola username and password.
4) In the box or module labeled e2campus Mass Notification registration, fill in the required information. We recommend using your Loyola username to register.
5) Click "Create an Account.”"
6) You should receive an SMS test message on your phone that will provide you with a four-digit number to use in the next e2campus window. Fill in the number, then click "Validate Mobile Phone."
7) A new page should indicate that you have successfully registered.
8) Click "Log in," then use the username and password you just created.
9) Click on the "Services" tab to add your e-mail address and/or other notification options.
   
Link to e2campus www.e2campus.com/my/loyola/ to update or delete your account.

Monthly tests of the system will be conducted, and will be announced in advance via NewsHound and PM Evergreen. If you have any trouble with the registration process, or learn that you are not receiving the monthly test messages, please contact the Help Desk at ext. 5555.