Campus Alerts

All of us want to be alerted to dangerous situations near our homes or workplaces so that we can take appropriate precautions. Campus alerts are posted by the Public Safety Department in an effort to make the Georgia Southern University community aware of potential dangers and informed about security and safety issues. Timely warnings will be posted on this site in the event of any incidents that represent a serious or continuing threat to the community.

ARMED ROBBERY
Date: October 28, 2009

An armed robbery occurred in the Campus Crossing Apartment complex on October 28, at approximately 1:00 in the morning. The suspects are two black males and one white male. One suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6'02", with facial hair/goatee. All three suspects left the area in a silver or grey car.

Suspect 1     Suspect 1           Suspect 2     Suspect 2

If you have any information regarding this incident or these suspects, please contact Statesboro Police Department at 912)764-9911, or University Police at 912)478-5234, or through Silent Witness at Silent Witness at http://welcome.georgiasouthern.edu/publicsafety/silentwitness.htm.

There is a $1,500 reward for any information leading to the arrest of these suspects.

Crime Prevention Around Campus
  1. Use the Escort Service
  2. Avoid dark paths or empty classrooms
  3. Walk in pairs or groups
  4. Lock your car doors
  5. Lock your room doors
  6. Report suspicious situations to GSU Police
ARMED ROBBERY
Date: October 21, 2009

Statesboro Police Department is currently investigating an armed robbery that occurred last night. On 10/20/09 at approximately 9:00 pm, at The Pointe at Southern three suspects knocked on a residents door and forced their way in. One was carrying a weapon. They forced the resident to hand over cash in the apartment and fled on foot. A witness in the area saw the suspects fleeing, saw car headlights come on and then witnessed a vehicle leaving the area at a high rate of speed. The suspects are described as follows:

  • one black male, approximately 5'11", wearing a long-sleeve black shirt, black ball cap, and dark jeans
  • one black male, approximately 5'9" - 5'11", wearing a white hoodie with gold trim, a red bandana, and a black jacket
  • one white male, approximately 6'2", wearing a navy hoodie, black bandana and dark pants

If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Det. James Winskey at 912)764-9911, or University Police at 912)478-5234 or http://welcome.georgiasouthern.edu/publicsafety/silentwitness.htm

Statesboro Police Department is offering a reward for information leading to the identity and/or arrest of the individuals responsible for this crime.

Crime Prevention Around Campus
  1. Use the Escort Service
  2. Avoid dark paths or empty classrooms
  3. Walk in pairs or groups
  4. Lock your car doors
  5. Lock your room doors
  6. Install deadbolt locks
  7. Install a peephole
  8. Install solid core doors
  9. Replace or install outside lighting
  10. Always report suspicious persons or situations to GSU Police
  11. Remember 9-1-1 for emergencies
BICYCLE THEFTS
Date: October 1, 2009

An increased number of bicycle thefts have occurred in the campus area. Bicycle owners should make sure to securely fasten their bicycles to bicycles racks only. Bicycle racks are provided in many locations all around campus. Make sure to register your bike with Public Safety.

If you or anyone has information about any bike thefts, please contact University Police at 912-478-5234.

Bicycle Safety Tips
  1. Secure Your Bicycle to Bicycle Racks Only
  2. Register your bike with Public Safety. You can do so online here: Bicycle Registration Form
  3. Bicyclist must follow the rules of the road
  4. Be considerate of pedestrians
  5. Report any suspicious activity to Public Safety


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