The University of Arizona
Police Department
Annual Campus Safety and Security Report
“Partners with our Community”
I would like to welcome all faculty, staff and students back as we begin a new school year. I hope each of you had an enjoyable and productive summer.
Each year the University of Arizona Police Department makes available the Annual Campus Safety and Security Report. The Campus Safety Security Report is published to inform the faculty, staff, students, and citizens of our crime statistics, policies and procedures concerning alcohol, drugs, sexual assault and general safety on The University of Arizona campus.
I hope that you will take some time to review the information contained in the report, which is for calendar year 2005, and if you have questions please call us and ask for clarification.
When working, studying or visiting the University of Arizona, it is important that you remember that on an average school day we have 50,000 people on our campus. For many students the population of our campus is larger than that of their own hometowns.
All of the police officers employed by the U of A are certified State Peace Officers and have the jurisdictional responsibilities for all crimes and incidents that occur on this campus. Our department is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc., and was the 251st law enforcement agency out of more than 17,000 law enforcement agencies in the United States to receive this distinction. We are innovative and proactive in our responses to the issues and concerns of the University and Tucson communities.
I ask you for your help and support to make this a safer and more secure community by being our “extra eyes and ears.” Never hesitate to call when you believe that a crime has occurred. Without your report we won’t know that a crime has occurred and we cannot identify crime trends. I also ask you to become educated so as not to become a victim of crime.
As the Chief of Police for The University of Arizona, I look forward to working with our community to address the challenges associated with the academic community. I can assure you that all members of UAPD are committed to being “Partners with Our Community” and providing excellent service.
Anthony Daykin
Chief of Police
Table of Contents
UAPD Mission and Purpose
UAPD Patrol Boundaries and Jurisdiction
Notice to the Community
About the Security Report
About UAPD
UAPD Organization and Services
Department Structure
UAPD Holds National Accreditation
Dealing with UAPD
Working with Other Law Enforcement Agencies
Cooperation and Commitment to Safety and Security
Cooperation with The University of Arizona
How to Report a Crime or Emergency
Emergency Blue Light Phones
When to Call UAPD
Investigation of Crimes
Sexual Assault Investigation and Prevention
Alternative Reporting of Sexual Assault
Sexual Assault Prevention Programs
Arizona Sexual Offender Web Site
Arizona Victims Constitutional Rights
Academic and Living Situations
Procedures for Campus Discipline for an Alleged Sexual Assault
Requesting and Waiving Rights
Policies and Programs Concerning Alcohol and Drugs
Alcohol
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI)
Alcohol on Campus
Drugs
Obtaining Copies of Police Reports from UAPD
Weapons Free Zone
Code of Conduct and Student Diversion Program
Crime Definitions & Crime Statistics
Crimes Reported to UAPD
UCR Crime Statistics- Four-Year Comparison
Arrest by UAPD- Four Year Comparison
Office of Post Secondary Education Campus Security Statistics
(Clery Act)
Sierra Vista Campus Crime Reports
Facilities, Residence Halls and Greek Housing
Residence Halls
Greek Housing
Bear Down Arizona Against Crime
Crime Prevention
Protect Yourself
UAPD Whistle Stop Program
Protect Your Possessions at Home
In Your Car
Public Areas
Bicycle and Mopeds
Rules for Safety and Security in Residence Halls
Bicycle Registration
Locking and Security of Your Bicycle
Know How to Call for Help
Non-Emergency Assistance Telephone Numbers
University Services and Other Telephone Numbers
Crisis Intervention Telephone Numbers
Emergency Assistance Telephone Numbers
Health Related Services and Adaptive Devices
Counseling and Education
The mission of The University of Arizona Police Department is to provide a secure atmosphere conducive to the education, research, employment and daily community lifestyles of the institution. To accomplish this mission, University Police Officers and employees of the department must be: unique in their operations; dedicated to the community in which they serve and life; aware of the cultural diversity and differences of individuals; fair and impartial while performing their duties and maintaining continuing interaction and cooperation with the students, faculty, and staff of the University, the Tucson Community and the balance of the criminal justice system.
UAPD Patrol Boundaries and Jurisdiction
The University of Arizona Police Department maintains a “concurrent patrol boundary” with the Tucson Police Department (TPD). UAPD officers will regularly patrol the areas between Lester Street to the north, Campbell Avenue to the east, Eighth Street to the south and Euclid Avenue to the west. In addition UAPD is responsible for all fraternities and sororities on campus and properties owned and/or controlled by the university.
We are responsible for the investigation of all criminal activity, traffic collisions and all law enforcement and security services for The University of Arizona. We are your “hometown police department” with all the same powers and responsibilities as any other law enforcement agency.
Should you need any
police, fire, or medical assistance
call 9-1-1
Occasionally there are situations on the campus that require special notification to the campus community, to alert them to situations concerning the campus safety and security. Together the University and UAPD will make special notification via media announcements, fliers, e-mail, and other forms of communications such as the university’s “3D Memos.”
In 1990, the federal “Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act” was enacted requiring universities and colleges to:
For more information on the “Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act” you may click on following, (http://www.campussafety.org/schools/cleryact).
This report describes security practices and procedures at The University of Arizona and lists crime statistics for the most recent calendar year and the three preceding calendar years. Each year the University disseminates information on the status of campus security to all current students and employees. Upon request, this report will be provided to persons who request a copy. This report can also be accessed by going to the UAPD web page (www.uapd.arizona.edu) and clicking on the “Campus Safety & Security Report 2006” link.
The 2006 edition of the Campus Safety and Security Report is intended to provide general descriptions of campus security arrangements and does not serve as a contractual agreement between the University and the recipient.
The report you will be viewing lists yearly statistics for the crimes as reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Uniform Crime Report (UCR) of murder, negligent manslaughter, sexual assault, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, assault, motor vehicle thefts, bike thefts, thefts in general, criminal damage, DUI, alcohol, drug, weapons, arson and “hate crime” offenses. These crimes are defined in this report.
Security procedures are subject to change without notice.
If you have questions about this report please contact the UAPD at 520-621-8273 or at 1852 East First Street, Tucson, AZ 85721.
Arizona Revised Statutes recognize UAPD officers as peace officers in the State of Arizona, providing the officers with full law enforcement authority within the State of Arizona. UAPD police officers are commissioned under the authority of the Arizona Board of Regents and the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AzPOST).
UAPD officers have the same power and authority as any other police officer in the State. Officers are required to maintain the same skills, training, and qualifications regardless of jurisdiction. In many cases, our officers receive extensive specialized training to better serve the university community.
UAPD Organization and Services
UAPD currently employs 52 police officers. Forty-eight police officers, 15 police aides (security), 25 civilian employees and 9 students serve the Main Campus. The Mt. Graham International Observatory (MGIO) site, located in Graham County, maintains a unit of 4 police officers.
The view a more detailed description of our organizational components go to our web site home page, www.uapd.arizona.edu, and click on the component of the department you wish more information about.
The Field Operations Division is commanded by Commander Robert Sommerfeld (sommer@uapd.arizona.edu) This division is responsible for the primary law enforcement duties for the main campus, MGIO, including patrol, investigations, and canine units, as well as all security services.
Officers assigned to the Mount Graham International Observatory (MGIO) are responsible for the law enforcement, security and canine operations of the university’s international observatory site located at Mt. Graham in southeastern Arizona.
The Operations Support Division is commanded by Commander M. Kevin Haywood. (haywood@uapd.arizona.edu) The Operations Support Division is responsible for crime prevention, community relations, recruitment, training, traffic unit, Community Service Officers (CSO) and the public information function for the department.
The Business Affairs Division is managed by Business Manager, Sr., Ms. Marlene Supco. (supcom@uapd.arizona.edu) Business Affairs is responsible for budgeting, payroll, human resources, clerical, and the departmental automation.
The coordination of all emergency preparedness for the University of Arizona is managed by Commander Brian A. Seastone (seastone@uapd.arizona.edu).
UAPD provides the following services to the university community:
UAPD Holds National Accreditation
The department is honored to be the 251st law enforcement agency in the United States and Canada to receive accredited status through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. Our original accreditation was received in 1993. In 1996 we became the first agency to be re-accredited under the three-year provision. In July 2006 UAPD received its fifth accreditation award. Law enforcement accreditation means that UAPD’s management, operations, policies, and procedures conform to nationally recognized standards in law enforcement and is considered “one of the best” agencies, out of approximately 17,000 law enforcement agencies in the United States alone. There are currently over 500 agencies with this recognition and status.
When Dealing with UAPD You Can Expect
Victim’s rights and social services information are available
24 hours a day by calling UAPD at 621-8273.
Working Relationships with Other Law Enforcement Agencies
The University of Arizona Police Department maintains a close working relationship with the Tucson Police Department, Pima County Sheriff’s Department, Pima County Attorney’s Office, and all southern Arizona law enforcement agencies. Our cooperative mutual aid agreements permit us to work together on a daily basis and in unusual situations while fostering an air of cooperation. In addition to agreements with Tucson Police Department, UAPD has entered into other mutual aid agreements with the United States Forest Service, Graham County Sheriff’s Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Counter Narcotics Alliance (CNA), the metro area drug task force.
UAPD has direct computer access to the Arizona Crime Information Center (ACIC), as well as the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) in Washington D.C. Computerized police records allow UAPD to share information with other law enforcement agencies.
During multi-agency emergency operations, a metro-area radio frequency has been established to permit law enforcement and emergency services to effectively communicate and coordinate emergency operations.
Due to the complexity of many investigations, it is important for UAPD to work closely with all law enforcement and criminal justice agencies. We are pleased that our working relationships at the federal, state and local levels continue to serve the university community.
Cooperation and Commitment to Safety and Security
The University of Arizona places a high priority on the personal safety of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The UAPD is committed to the academic mission of the institution, as well as to providing the community with a tranquil and safe learning, working, and living environment.
Cooperation within The University of Arizona
Various departments and organizations on campus work cooperatively to address public safety issues. This team of officials is referred to as “The Campus Emergency Response Team” and works to prevent, intervene in, or resolve incidents that threaten to disrupt personal lives and academic endeavors. This team consists of representatives from UAPD, the Dean of Students Office, Risk Management, Office of the President, News Services, and the University Attorney’s Office.
Through cooperation with the Vice Provost for Campus Life, UAPD utilizes a campus network for individuals to assist crime victims and those individuals who are affected by crime or tragedy. UAPD also uses the services of the Pima County Victims Witness Program. Trained and experienced with crisis intervention, these individuals assist UAPD with the victims’ welfare and help the victim through the criminal justice process, in addition to offering information on community resources and victim compensation.
How to Report a Crime or Emergency
Dial 9-1-1
To report a crime or emergency on campus, call UAPD by dialing 9-1-1 from any telephone on campus. UAPD will respond to all reports of crime and emergencies on campus. Prompt reporting enhances campus safety and security.
UAPD is located on the corner of First Street and Campbell Avenue, 1852 East First Street. The department is accessible 24 hours a day.
Crime reports may be made 24 hours a day by calling 9-1-1 for emergencies, or 621-UAPD (8273) for non-emergencies, or coming to UAPD. Priority is given to reports of incidents that threaten life or safety of people, the security of the property and the peace of the community.
Emergency Blue Light Telephones
Emergency blue light telephones provide direct access to UAPD. Blue lights mark their locations. Use these phones to contact the police department for any reason. The emergency telephones are illuminated by a blue light and marked “EMERGENCY.”
Call quickly. Don’t assume someone else has made the call. Try to provide the dispatcher with accurate, detailed information about the problem. Stay on the telephone until the dispatcher or police officer tells you it’s okay to hang up. Your information will be relayed to the emergency personnel who are on the way to assist.
If you are reporting a medical problem, ask someone to monitor the victim’s condition so you can relay the information to the dispatcher.
UAPD provides a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TTD). If you have a hearing or speech impairment and need to report an emergency, need information, or police services call UAPD.
UAPD is responsible for the investigation of all crimes occurring on the property owned and operated by The University of Arizona.
UAPD investigates all crime reported and encourages the reporting of all crimes on campus. Without these reports, crime trends on campus and problem areas cannot be identified.
When a crime is reported to UAPD, a police officer will respond to take a police report, provide assistance, and summon additional personnel/assistance if necessary. For some crimes, an officer may take a telephone report, if the victim/reporting party is not able to meet with the officer. We prefer to meet with individuals in person whenever possible.
A police report will be completed by the officer and approved prior to being processed by the Records Section. Cases will be assigned for follow-up based upon criteria determined by the Department to be most effective in case management.
Sexual Assault Investigation and Prevention
The University of Arizona Police Department will investigate all allegations of sexual assault reported to the Department. If the assault occurred outside the jurisdictional responsibility of UAPD, the Department will assist the victim with notification and reporting to the proper law enforcement agency.
When a report of sexual assault is received, an officer will immediately be dispatched to investigate the crime, provide assistance, and seek medical attention for the victim. UAPD utilizes the resources of the Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault when investigating sexual assaults, as well as a support-counseling network of university personnel. Victims of sexual assault should:
Arizona has a statute that provides the victim the ability to seek medical treatment for the collection of sexual assault evidence without charge to the victim. It is the victim who will decide if he/she wishes to pursue criminal charges. However, the University will attempt to investigate all reports of sexual assault. The officer investigating the case will explain the entire investigative process to the victim. Our major concern is for the victim’s well being.
Alternative Reporting of Sexual Assault
All members of the University community are encouraged to report incidents of sexual assault or abuse to the police. If the victim/reporting party does not wish to involve law enforcement, resources for assistance are available through the University to assist with counseling, such as the OASIS Program, 626-2051, and Counseling and Psychological Services at 621-3334. The Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault is another valuable resource at 323-7273.
Sexual Assault Prevention Programs
Programs are presented by UAPD throughout the year to fraternities, sororities, clubs, departments, and organizations inside and outside of the University concerning sexual assault awareness and prevention.
The OASIS Center, located at Campus Health, is available to assist individuals who have become the victim of sexual assault or relationship violence, and assist with the education of the community on sexual assault and relationship issues. OASIS and UAPD as well as other university department and community organizations work closely to help educate and prevent sexual assault on campus and in the Tucson community.
Arizona Sexual Offender Web Site
The Arizona Department of Public Safety has a web site where sexual offenders are listed by location. Should you wish to inquire about whether a sexual offender is residing near the campus or your residence, go to http://www.azsexoffender.com/
Pursuant to ARS 13-3825 the UAPD makes notifications to the campus community as the local law enforcement agency regarding registered sex offenders who are either employees or students at the University of Arizona. You may access current notifications by visiting the UAPD web site at www.uapd.arizona.edu and clicking on the “Sex Offender Information” link.
Arizona Victims Constitutional Rights
A victim in the State of Arizona has constitutional rights to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity and to be free from intimidation, harassment, or abuse throughout the criminal or juvenile justice process.
All state, county, and municipal criminal justice agencies and courts in Arizona are required to perform certain duties to ensure your rights. You are considered a victim if the offense committed against you is a felony, a misdemeanor involving physical injury, the threat of physical injury, or a sexual offense. If a person is killed or incapacitated, the person’s spouse, parent, child, or lawful representative is the victim. A business or other legal entity may also be a victim of a felony offense, though its rights are limited.
Academic and Living Situations
By notifying the Dean of Students Office, the victim of an alleged sexual assault has the option to modify or change the victim’s academic and living situations, if those changes are reasonably available. At the victim’s request, the Dean of Students or Residence Life will provide assistance in those matters.
Procedures for Campus Disciplinary Action for an Alleged Sexual Assault
Procedures for campus disciplinary action for an alleged sexual assault are located in the University of Arizona’s published Student Disciplinary Procedures. Complaints must be filed with the Dean of Students Office. The Student Disciplinary Procedures provide the accuser and the accused with the same opportunities to have other persons present during a disciplinary proceeding. Additionally, both the accuser and the accused will be informed of the outcome of any University disciplinary proceeding brought alleging sexual assault. The “outcome of a disciplinary proceeding” means the University’s final determination and any sanction imposed against the accused. The most serious administrative sanction is permanent expulsion.
As a victim, some rights are given to you automatically and some rights need to be requested by you. The law enforcement officer will ask you to fill out a form indicating whether you wish to request or waive your rights by checking a box on the form. You will be given a copy of the form for your records. The following is a list of the “upon request” rights that you may request or waive (these rights apply after arrest):
If somebody is found guilty of the crime(s) committed, the court may order that person to re-pay the financial costs of your victimization. This court ordered payment is known as “restitution.”
Policies and Programs Concerning Alcohol and Drugs
UAPD has adopted a “zero tolerance” to illegal drug and alcohol usage, sale, possession, distribution, and consumption. The University of Arizona has a drug-free workplace regulation.
If you are under 21 years of age
your parents will be
notified of any alcohol and/or other drug violation on
The University of Arizona campus.
Federal legislation permits universities to release certain information to parents. Information releases will include:
Arizona laws regulating the production, dispensation, and use of alcohol may be found in Arizona Revised Statues, Title 4. Arizona law prohibits distribution or possession of alcoholic beverages to any person under the age of 21. Violation of any section of this statue is punishable by fines and/or jail sentence.
Anyone under the age of 21 who has been consuming alcohol is in violation of the law.
Misdemeanor fines may be $2500 and jail time up to six months per offense.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
Criminal sanctions also apply to those who operate motor vehicles while under the influence of alcohol/drugs. A person with a blood alcohol count of .08 is considered intoxicated in the State of Arizona.
As of December 1998 the “Extreme DUI” law ARS 28-1382, went into effect. Anyone driving with a blood alcohol count (BAC) of .15 or higher is subject to mandatory 30 days in jail for the first conviction, in addition to fines, surcharges, and assessment for the DUI abatement fund.
State law requires drivers who are arrested by the police for a suspected violation of this law to submit to scientific tests that determine the amount of alcohol/drugs in their blood. Those who refuse automatically lose their driving privilege in Arizona.
DUI also includes drugs and narcotics that impair an individual’s ability to operate a motor vehicle. DUI laws apply anywhere in the State of Arizona.
The consumption of alcoholic beverages on the campus is prohibited except under certain conditions. This policy may be obtained from the University President’s Office. Alcohol policies for student housing and fraternities and sonorities are available from the Dean of Students Office.
The following acts are prohibited on university premises or at university sponsored activities:
The production, distribution, and use of drugs are strictly regulated by federal, state and local laws. Criminal sanctions imposed for violations are stringent.
The possession of marijuana in any amount is a criminal violation and is subject to criminal prosecution.
Secondary civil consequences also may result from criminal drug violations. Property associated with the criminal acts (including homes and vehicles) can be confiscated by state or federal governments. Those who are convicted of felony violations may be barred from governmental employment and from licensed professions such as law, medicine, and teaching.
This is not a comprehensive list of all drugs and alcohol-related offenses and sanctions, but will give the reader a basic understanding of the serious legal and administrative sanctions that arise from unlawful possessions, distribution, and use of illicit drugs and alcohol. Violations of these policies will result in criminal/disciplinary action.
For further information about alcohol and drug education programs, and for individual assistance, call the Campus Health Center at 621-6490. Services for faculty and staff are available through Human Resources.
Obtaining Copies of Police Reports from UAPD
Copies of police reports may be obtained from the UAPD Records Section, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding weekends and holidays, for a nominal charge. Individuals wishing to obtain a copy of a police report must complete an official request for public information, which may be obtained at UAPD, 1852 E. First Street.
You may also visit our web site at www.uapd.arizona.edu and click on the “Daily Activity” link to view UAPD call activity for each 24-hour period for the current year and the three previous years.
Pursuant to Arizona Board of Regents action the presidents of the three state universities were granted authority to prohibit the carrying of firearms or other weapons on campus, whether concealed or openly displayed.
The University of Arizona President has applied that portion of the ABOR Code of Conduct that prohibits the use, possessions, or storage of any weapon, explosive device, or fireworks while on the campus/university property. This applies to all members of the public.
A weapon for this purpose is defined as “any object or substance designed to inflict a wound, cause injury or incapacitate including without limitation, all firearms, pellet guns, switchblade knives, knives with blades five (5) or more inches in length and chemicals, such as mace or tear gas but excluding normally available over-the-counter self defense chemical repellents.”
Violation of this policy by university students, faculty, and staff will be considered as misconduct, subject to disciplinary action in accordance with ABOR policy.
Violation of this policy by members of the public will result in ejection from the property or confiscation of the weapon, dangerous instrument, or explosive used, displayed or possessed, or both. Such confiscated weapon(s) or instrument(s) may be sold, destroyed, or otherwise disposed of in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes.
Exceptions to this policy are limited to law enforcement officers and certain individuals and units approved by the Chief of Police.
Code of Conduct and Student Diversion Program
Any violation of State or Federal law on campus is also a violation of the Code of Conduct as established by the Arizona Board of Regents. A Code of Conduct violation is an administrative action filed through the Dean of Students office through a Code of Conduct complaint. A criminal action and a Code of Conduct violation may occur simultaneously, but are two independent actions.
Any individual may file a Code of Conduct complaint with the Dean of Students for violations that occur under the authority of the Code. For specific information, please contact the Dean of Students, Old Main, Second Floor, or telephone 621-7059.
Crime Definitions and Crime Statistics
Murder - the willful (non-negligent) killing of a human being by another.
Sexual Assault - The FBI’s UCR still uses the term rape, although Arizona uses the term sexual assault to describe crimes involving a forced sexual act.
Robbery - The taking, or attempt to take, anything of value in the care, custody or control of a person or persons by force or the threat of force or violence and/or putting the victim in fear.
Aggravated Assault - An unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury. This type of assault usually is accompanied by the use of a weapon or by a means likely to produce death or great bodily harm.
Burglary - The unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or theft.
Theft (Larceny) - Controlling the property of another without consent.
Arson - Knowingly or intentionally damaging property or structure by fire or explosion.
Auto Theft (Motor Vehicle Theft) - The theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle.
Criminal Damage - Tampering or defacing property to impair its value or function.
Alcohol (Liquor Law Violations) - The violation of law or ordinances prohibiting the manufacture, sale, transporting, furnishing, or possessing of intoxicating liquor; maintaining unlawful drinking places; bootlegging; operating a still; furnishing liquor to a minor; using a vehicle for illegal transportation of liquor; drinking on a train or public conveyance; all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. (Drunkenness and driving under the influence are not included in this definition.)
DUI - Operating or controlling a motor vehicle while under the influence of spirituous liquor or drugs.
Weapons Violations - The violation of laws or ordinances dealing with weapons offenses, such as manufacture, sale, or possession of deadly weapons, concealed or openly; furnishing deadly weapons to minors; aliens possessing weapons; all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned.
Hate Crimes - A criminal offense committed against an person or public property that is motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias against a race, religion, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, gender or disability.
The University believes a community that is well informed about the nature of its crime is a safety conscious public. Not only is it your right to know the information included in this report - it is to your advantage to act on it!
The crime statistics in this report are crimes reported to The University of Arizona Police Department, and are in turn reported to the Uniform Crime Reporting Center of the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Washington D.C. The University of Arizona Police Department also reports some of the same crime statistics to the United States Department of Education as required by the Clery Act.
Statistics in certain crime categories reported as part of the Uniform Crime Report (UCR) may differ from those statistics reported to the United States Department of Education under the Clery Act. This difference is due mainly to different reporting requirements regarding incident location for each reporting system and the specific type of crime Clery defines to be included in their reporting system categories. To view those statistics reported to the Department of Education please click on the following link, (http://www.ope.ed.gov/security/search.asp).
The Department will accept “third person reports” and will follow-up on those cases whenever possible. The report will be appropriately classified by the actual category whenever possible.
Four Year Crime Comparison (and reported to the FBI Uniform Crime Report, UCR)
| Crime | 2005 |
2004 |
2003 |
2002 |
| Murder | 0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
| Negligent Manslaughter | 0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 |
2 |
6 |
5 |
| Attempted Sexual Assault | 2 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 6 |
22 |
13 |
13 |
| Assault | 44 |
48 |
71 |
58 |
| Robbery | 4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
| Arson | 2 |
4 |
5 |
7 |
| Burglary | 121 |
101 |
82 |
115 |
| Theft | 589 |
688 |
717 |
717 |
| Bike Theft | 327 |
417 |
386 |
524 |
| Auto Theft | 74 |
63 |
48 |
51 |
| Attempted Auto Theft | 32 |
22 |
16 |
27 |
| Criminal Damage | 409 |
409 |
335 |
347 |
| Drugs | 254 |
246 |
146 |
142 |
| Liquor | 299 |
374 |
277 |
214 |
| DUI | 88 |
120 |
40 |
42 |
| Weapons | 6 |
10 |
5 |
14 |
| Hate Crimes | 11 |
9 |
3 |
5 |
Arrests By UAPD - Four-Year Comparison
| Crime | 2005 |
2004 |
2003 |
2002 |
| Murder | 0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Negligent Manslaughter | 0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Attempted Sexual Assault | 0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Sexual Assault | 0 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 |
7 |
2 |
4 |
| Assault | 14 |
16 |
16 |
11 |
| Robbery | 0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
| Arson | 0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Burglary | 21 |
15 |
6 |
3 |
| Theft (all) | 44 |
59 |
42 |
55 |
| Auto Theft | 9 |
6 |
1 |
3 |
| Criminal Damage | 24 |
14 |
14 |
7 |
| Drugs | 264 |
205 |
243 |
230 |
| Liquor | 311 |
302 |
218 |
197 |
| DUI | 88 |
120 |
37 |
42 |
| Weapons | 5 |
3 |
1 |
12 |
| Hate Crimes | 0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Sierra Vista Campus 1140 N. Columbo,
Sierra Vista, AZ
Reporting Agency: Sierra Vista Police Department
| Sierra Vista Campus | 2005 |
2004 |
2003 |
2002 |
| Crime | Sierra Vista campus
had no reportable offenses |
Sierra Vista Campus had no reported offenses |
1-Larceny from Auto 1- Larcenies 2- Burglaries 2- Criminal Damage |
1- Burglary 1- Criminal Damage |
Office of Post Secondary Education
Campus Security Statistics
Clery Act
The view those crime statistics submitted to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education by the University of Arizona as required by the Clery Act please click on the following link and follow the instructions.
http://www.ope.ed.gov/security/search.asp
Facilities, Residence Halls and Greek Housing
Most campus buildings and facilities are accessible to members of the campus community, guests, and visitors during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and holidays. Certain facilities also may be open for designated periods during the weekend and holidays.
Exterior doors on campus buildings are locked and secured each evening by police aides (security) and Facilities Management personnel. There are some exceptions, such as computer labs, or when a department head requests certain doors remain open for special events.
For information concerning computer lab hours, call CCIT.
All exterior doors of the Residence Halls are locked day and night. The main desks located inside the hall entrances are staffed during the day and evening.
To prevent unauthorized access residents are asked to ensure that exterior doors are not propped open. Doors left ajar will be secured. Trespassing in residence halls is a criminal offense in the State of Arizona.
UAPD will not routinely open interior office, laboratory
or
residence hall doors, except in emergency situations.
Fraternities and sororities are under the jurisdiction of UAPD for police services. Security in the Greek houses is managed by a variety of housing corporations. Students and parents who want the name of the management corporation for a particular chapter house should call the Office of Greek Life at 621-8046.
Most but not all chapters have programmable locks or key access. The sororities generally have stronger security measures in place than fraternities.
Bear Down Arizona - Against Crime on the UA Campus
The University of Arizona has a daily population of approximately 50,000. It is not isolated from the problems of personal safety or from theft and other crimes.
Students are adults and are expected to obey the laws of the State of Arizona and the rules and regulations of the university while taking personal responsibility for their conduct. These suggestions are intended to increase your awareness of your responsibilities and to give you information on how to respond to unusual situations you may face.
If you would like additional information about safety and security you are encouraged to contact the University of Arizona Police Department. The UAPD has a variety of programs for presentation to faculty, staff, and students on many facets of loss prevention and personal safety.
Residents of the U of A Residence Halls and Greek housing can contribute greatly to their own safety, to the safety of others, and to the protection of personal and university property. Please take time to read this information and follow the suggestions and directions.
By adopting an attitude of individual responsibility, you will enhance the quality of life on this campus. The Department of Residence Life and the Dean of Students strongly encourage the implementation of these practices for your benefit and that of the university community.
It should be stressed that the guidelines that follow are not guaranteed to protect you in all situations. However, if you follow these guidelines, you will substantially increase your ability to appropriately handle unforeseen problems and circumstances. An involved and caring citizenry, one in which each individual assumes responsibility for his/her own safety and contributes to the community’s well being, is the best assurance of a safe and secure environment.
Crime prevention means being aware of your environment and remaining alert to situations that could make you vulnerable to crime. We cannot list specific measures that will protect you from every threatening situation that may arise. Instead, we hope to teach you how to think “crime prevention” in day-to-day living. The suggestions presented should not be thought of as a list of crime prevention measures, but as examples of common-sense behavior that will help you to make life safer and more secure.
Throughout the year, UAPD gives a number of crime prevention programs to a wide variety of groups, both on and off campus. Topics range from personal safety, sexual assault prevention, to safety and security when spending time in Mexico.
UAPD is committed to meeting the needs of the community by presenting these programs around the clock.
To schedule a crime prevention program contact the Crime Prevention office at 626-8007.
Reaching our Residence Hall population is an extremely important aspect of our crime prevention program. UAPD has instituted a liaison program with each residence hall on campus. This program assigns a specific police officer to each residence hall providing a unique concept for community and problem oriented policing to be utilized. It also allows for hall residents to get to know members of UAPD. Liaison officers provide presentations to residents, assist in solving problems common to the entire hall and provide an avenue for residents to ask questions specific to their needs regarding personal safety. Each hall has a designated bulletin board where pertinent information regarding personal safety and campus alerts may be posted. This board is maintained by the assigned hall liaison.
The program is centrally coordinated by a police officer assigned to UAPD Crime Prevention. This officer is responsible for tracking program activities and developing programs to be presented to hall residents. If you would like to find out which officer is assigned to your residence hall please visit the UAPD web site at www.uapd.arizona.edu and click on the “Residence Hall Liaison” link.
LOCK THE DOOR to your apartment or residence hall when you are alone, asleep, or out of the room. You need the extra protection a locked door affords.
DO NOT OPEN your door to strangers. If your door has a peephole, use it to identify visitors before allowing access. Report any problems with your door’s security devices immediately to your hall director or to your apartment manager.
DO NOT GIVE YOUR NAME, address, phone number to strangers. If you have your name published in the local telephone directory, use only initials and do not list your address.
WHEN GOING OUT, let your roommate, a friend, or a staff member know where you are going, with whom, and when you expect to return. If you choose to stay out later, call that person and let him/her know.
AT NIGHT, travel in well lighted areas. Avoid taking shortcuts through dark or deserted areas.
UTILIZE THE ASUA Safe Ride. This is a safe and free way to travel between UA buildings and parking lots during the evening hours. The ASUA Safe Ride telephone number is 621-SAFE.
WALK FACING TRAFFIC whenever possible. This increases
awareness of potential traffic hazards and also reduces the possibility of being
followed by someone in a vehicle. Avoid walking by the curb or near buildings
or shrubbery. Walk in the middle of the sidewalk with confidence.
IF YOU FEEL THREATENED or suspect that you are being
followed, walk toward lighted areas where there are people. Look over your shoulder
frequently - this lets the follower know that you are aware of both his/her
presence and your surroundings.
EMERGENCY BLUE LIGHT PHONES give you direct access to UAPD. Blue lights mark their locations. Use these telephones to contact the police department for any reason. If in an emergency you are unable to talk to the dispatcher, just knock the receiver off the cradle. A police officer will respond to that location.
UAPD, in conjunction with ASUA, have available and distribute a combination
whistle, light and key chain. The program is intended to give people another
method of drawing attention in the event of an emergency. If you feel threatened,
or are injured and need to summon help, and you cannot call for help via a cell
phone or regular phone, blow the whistle.
If you hear a whistle, please call 9-1-1 and report that you are hearing a whistle
being blown, and the location from where the sound is coming.
If you are comfortable investigating the area to see what’s occurring, you may be able to help someone in distress. Do not put yourself in danger by approaching a situation.
WHEN RIDING IN A CAR, keep the doors locked. Park in the most
lighted area you can find. Upon returning to your car, have your keys ready
as you approach your vehicle. Check the back and front seats to make sure that
the car is empty before you get in.
DO NOT PICK UP HITCHHIKERS and do not hitchhike.
IF ANYTHING MAKES YOU LOOK TWICE OR FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE, CALL THE POLICE.
REPORT ANY UNUSUAL OR SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY IMMEDIATELY.
USE THE TELEPHONE ON YOUR TERMS, not the caller’s. Do not talk to someone unless
you want to. If the caller makes an obscene or improperly suggestive remark,
HANG UP. The police should be notified if the telephone calls continue.
Protect Your Possessions at Home
LOCK YOUR DOOR when you are away from your room, apartment, or house. Most thefts and burglaries of students’ rooms occur when the doors remain unlocked. By locking the door behind you reduce that opportunity. Remember that it takes less than 30 seconds to get “ripped off.”
KEEP WINDOWS CLOSED AND LOCKED when away from your room or your apartment. This protects your belongings from both theft and Tucson’s inclement weather.
KEEP A RECORD OF THE SERIAL NUMBERS of all your belongings. Items of value that do not have a serial number should be engraved with your driver’s license number and photographed. Clothing can be marked with an indelible laundry marker.
DO NOT ADVERTISE YOUR VALUABLES. Keep them out of sight. Arrange your room so that high-risk items such as stereos, televisions, and cameras are not visible from the hallway when the door is open, or from ground level windows.
ITEMS OF HIGH MONETARY VALUE that have minimal use in a university environment (such as expensive jewelry, personal or family mementos, or collections of any kind) should be left at home. Very expensive items should be stored in a safe deposit box at your bank.
DO NOT KEEP LARGE SUMS OF CASH in your room or apartment. A checking account is safer. Remember to keep your checks in a secure place. Do not talk indiscriminately about receiving money. There is no need to advertise to potential thieves.
INSURANCE in residence halls covers the institution’s property only. Re