Hello,
Driving in Chicago during a snow storm can be a headache. Here are some tips when driving in the snow.
Leave for your destination early, traffic will be slow.
Drive with your doors locked and your windows rolled up.
Know where you are going, Only use your GPS when it is safe to do so.
Don’t use use your cell phone, but if you must use a hands free device.
Thank you,
Hello,
Winter is back. Here are a few tips when moving around in the cold.
Never take short cuts, no matter how cold it might be. Avoid dark or deserted areas (alleys, parks, or vacant lots) especially at night.
Be aware of your surroundings. If you you think you are being followed, cross the street, change direction, or go to a public place where others are present.
Never accept a ride or get too close to a car or van if someone is asking for directions.
Have a fun and safe weekend.
Thank you,
Hello,
Thank you for your continued efforts in reading our posted messages.
Your reporting of a suspicious individual contributed to the successful apprehension of a suspect responsible for thefts in Crown.
Please continue to be vigilant and contact Public Safety if you see someone or something suspicious.
Thank you/
The following information about recent robberies in the local community was provided to IIT by Alderman Patricia Dowell of Chicago’s 3rd Ward.
We wanted to share her announcement with you and encourage you to continue to be aware of your surroundings.
According to the Alderman, during the month of January, robbery incidents involving a blue steel handgun or an implied weapon, have been reported in the vicinity of:
Public safety is a concern for IIT’s students, faculty, staff, as well as our neighbors here on the South Side.
You are encouraged to program the IIT Public Safety number (312.808.6363) into your cell phone and report any activity that you feel may compromise your safety or the safety of those around you.
Thank you/
Hello,
Over the weekend, IITPSD took 2 theft reports from Crown Hall.
On Saturday, January 25th, at approximately 1:00pm, an unidentified male black, 18-22 yrs old, wearing all black, entered Crown Hall and took a bag containing a laptop computer.
Although the building was locked, the offender was allowed access by another student. This is commonly referred to as “piggy backing”.
On Sunday, January 26th, at approximately 4:00 pm, IITPSD took a second theft report involving an unattended bag containing a laptop computer.
Last week, students at Crown, granted access to two male offenders. Once inside, the suspects stole a student’s purse.
One of the suspects was subsequently arrested by IITPSD.
IITPSD advises that students need to secure ALL their belongings and leave nothing unattended.
Do not allow unknown individuals into secured buildings and spaces.
Whereas it might appear rude to make someone swipe their ID card, this ensures the integrity of the security applications and ensures your safety.
Please contact IITPSD immediately to report any suspicious individuals or activity. 312.808.6363.
Thank you/
Hello,
I hope everyone is doing well on this wintry and snowy morning.
Beginning today, I will resume the old format of posting the Crime Log.
Every Friday, I will post the Log that includes all incidents reported to Public Safety for the entire week.
If there is an incident that requires your immediate attention, I will post.
Please remember that our facebook is still active and you can find our daily post there.
Be safe and have a great weekend/
Hello and Welcome Back!!
I hope all of you had a safe and happy Holiday.
I am pleased to announce that Public Safety is now on facebook.
You dont need a facebook account to view our page.
Each day the Public Crime Log will be posted.
We urge you to visit each of our social media outlets.
Continue to be observant of your surroundings and contact Public Safety with any questions and/or concerns.
Thank you/
There were No Incident Reports taken for January 16, 2017.
Hello All,
We are again experiencing an increase in bicycle thefts on campus.
Although IITPSD has increased their patrols, we are seeing that the majority of thefts are occurring as a result of the improper locking mechanism.
We are finding that students are using cable locks which can be easily cut.
We strongly urge all students to purchase a U-Lock. We have worked out a deal with the bookstore in that they will give you 20% of the price of the lock.
Please continue to be vigilant in securing and safeguarding your property while on and off campus.
Thank you and have a great weekend.
Hello,
I hope all is well as the Fall semester is in full swing.
Although Public Safety made 3 apprehensions last week for bike thefts, additional thefts were reported.
The primary cause is utilizing the wrong locking device and the incorrect placement of the lock.
This will all be addressed at our Public Safety Forum on Tuesday, September 18, in the MTCC at 11am.
Lastly, despite what rumors you may have heard (if any), there was a reported theft at 7 Eleven early this morning.
It was a simple shoplifting incident which resulted in the successful apprehension and arrest of 3 individuals.
There were no injuries and no weapons were used.
Thank you and I look forward to seeing all of you at our Forum/
Have a safe weekend.