SUSPECT: A white male approximately 25 years old with reddish scraggly hair and unshaven. The suspect appeared to be homeless. No clothing description available.
WEAPON: None used.
VEHICLE: No motor vehicle used.
SYNOPISIS: On Monday 08/25/08 at 6:30 a.m. a staff member entered the Graduate Student Lounge on the second floor of Roy Cullen. The suspect was at a computer station in the lounge. The suspect got up to leave and unexpectedly struck the complaint in the mouth, knocking her to the ground. The suspect took her purse and left in an unknown direction. The complainant was taken to the hospital for treatment.
If you saw this incident or have any information regarding this incident please call the campus police at 713-743-3333.
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SAFETY TIPS: Confrontations can occur without provocation, through no fault of your own. When such confrontations do occur, there are some actions you can take:
BE ALERT!
- Be cautious when approached by an unknown person on the street, even the nicest person can have ill intent.
- Remain as calm as possible. Your own initiative and clear thinking are your best defenses.
- The university has more than 70 emergency call boxes placed strategically around campus, use them! The call goes directly to the UHDPS Dispatch Center.
- Report the incident. Call the police immediately and report what happened. Call (713)743-3333 or 911.
- Do not walk alone, if at all possible walk in groups.
- Try to notice details. This can allow you to provide the police with detailed physical and clothing descriptions of the person(s) involved.
If a vehicle is involved, try to note the vehicle's license plate number or the vehicle's manufacturer, vehicle model, and color, or any other identifying features.
Seek support after an incident. Victims can benefit from University Support Services after the incident. Faculty, Staff, and Students can call Counseling and Pyschological Services @ 713-743-5454 for assistance.
In an emergency situation, or if you see suspicious activity, call 9-1-1. For more information on staying safe and your role in preventing crime, please visit the Web site of the University of Houston Department of Public Safety at www.uh.edu/police.
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You may contact the University of Houston Department of Public Safety at police@uh.edu
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