The first two weeks of October have been busy for St. George Campus Police, with three assaults, seven medical calls, 23 reports of trespassing, and 24 emergency phone calls. One of the assailants is described as a male with a raspy voice smelling of coconut. In addition, two break-and-enters were reported, and somebody attempted without success to steal a bicycle seat.
Hart House took the top spot for crime, with University College, Philosopher’s Walk, and McLennan Physical Labs following close behind. Other locations with multiple hits include Woodsworth College, Rowell Jackman Hall, and Robarts Library.
Seventeen thefts were reported at the downtown campus, including a wallet, three bicycles, an iPhone and money, three sets of textbooks, five computers and laptops, and three bags.
The UTSC campus also got its share of incidents. On Oct. 14, a 19-year-old man reported being mugged at 2 p.m., near Military Trail and Morningside Avenue. Two men with a handgun took the man’s money from his wallet and his chain. They are described as black males, approximately 24 to 29 years old, one 6′ to 6’3″ and the other 5’7″ to 5’9″. Police are asking for help in identifying the two assailants.
Campus Police notified students via email and provided tips on what to do when faced with robbery. People should remain calm, obey commands, consider weapons loaded, and note the robber’s appearance, weapon, the direction they head in, and any other important details. After the robbery, call the police immediately and remain with any witnesses until the police arrive. For those not comfortable walking alone, each campus provides a Walk Safe program.
Scarborough campus police sent an email on Oct. 9 warning students about leaving personal items unattended, especially laptops. Students should keep a detailed description of important possessions, and avoid storing important information such as banking info on their computer. Students can also consider registration programs that let them trace their property if stolen.
