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*Crime Alert to the MIT Community*
*Issued: April 7, 2008

INCIDENT:
On Monday, April 7, 2008 the MIT Police received a report from two
female students who reported that they were robbed in Boston on
Fairfield Street at Marlborough St.
This is in the vicinity of the Boston MIT fraternities. The students
reported the incident to the Boston Police.
This armed robbery occurred on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at approximately
12:08 am

SUSPECT:
The victims describe the suspects as follows: 1) male, Hispanic, late
teens to early
twenties, wearing a white jacket and a black winter hat; 2) male, black,
wearing
a black jacket, Red Sox winter hat.

SUMMARY:
The suspects approached the victims and asked if they had any money.
The victims said they had nothing, at which point one suspect pulled a
knife and the other suspect
demanded everything, that included a cell phone, I-Pod, $40 cash which
was in the wallet.

Boston University Police report on their website
that a male student was robbed in the area of the Esplanade, after
crossing the
Bay State Road foot bridge. This occurred on Saturday, April 5, 2008, at
approximately 11:00 pm

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take
precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such incidents, the MIT
Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while
walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day
and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking
with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible.

Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell
phone or listening to music.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at
617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100
from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any
time.

REPORT INFORMATION TO:
If you have information that might be helpful in this investigation,
please contact:
1. MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or
2. Anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

Boston Police
Street Robberies

The Boston Police Department along with the Brookline Police and the
Boston University Police Department would like to make you aware of a
number of robberies and assaults that have occurred in and around the
Commonwealth Avenue area. The assaults have occurred at the 1122
Commonwealth Ave, 1114 Commonwealth Ave, Reedsdale Street near
Commonwealth Ave. and on Crowninshield Rd. The attacks have occurred
between 1:00AM and 3:00AM. and a weapon (knife or box cutter) has been
used in a number of the attacks. The suspect has been described a light
skinned Hispanic Male, approximately 5’7”-5’10”, but some descriptions
have varied. Please notify 911 immediately if you see anyone acting
suspiciously. Or call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-494-8977 if you have
information regarding these attacks.

Women should be advised to travel in groups whenever possible and be
aware of themselves and the surroundings at all times. If unaware of
where you are traveling or how to get there please consider using a
taxi-cab or the MBTA. Try to use a cellphone and have the Boston Police
call center number keyed into your phone, 617-343-4911.

 

Informational Bulletin

Issued: March 26, 2008

The Cambridge Police report that at approximately 3:05 pm on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 they responded to a bank robbery alarm at the Bank of America, 305 Main St. This bank is located on the corner of Main Street and Wadsworth St. at the east end of the MIT campus. The Cambridge Police state the teller, who interacted with the suspect, told detectives that the white female was wearing a hooded sweatshirt with the hood up, and a baseball cap underneath. The suspect handed the teller a note that read, “I have a gun. Give me all the money and I won’t hurt anyone. Do it quickly.” The suspect managed to escape with $745 in small bills.

Here is a photo of the suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call the Cambridge Police Detectives at 617-349-3370


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CRIME ALERT
ISSUED: March 20, 2008

The Boston University Police Department has alerted their community to the
following incidents on their campus across the river.

On Saturday March 8th, 2008 at approximately 1:45 AM, a Boston University
female student was tackled from behind and injured by an unidentified male
assailant who demanded money from her. This early morning attack occurred
on the brick pathway near City Convenience, between 275 and 277 Babcock
Street. The perpetrator did not show a weapon and thankfully was
unsuccessful in obtaining any money before fleeing the area after he
struggled with her. The victim indicated that he was a heavy built Hispanic
or Asian male, approximately 5' 8" wearing jeans and dark clothing.

Two additional robberies were reported to the Boston Police Department on
the same day. Another Boston University female student reported that she was
attacked from behind and robbed at knifepoint at 1197 Commonwealth Avenue.
Shortly afterwards another female who was not a Boston University student,
was attacked and injured as she was robbed at knifepoint at 1114
Commonwealth Avenue. Both women described their attacker as a Hispanic
male, approximately 5' 10" and wearing jeans and dark clothing. Both of
these attacks occurred in the early morning hours.

All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take precautions.
To minimize the opportunity for such incidents, the MIT Police Department
reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and
surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the
appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe
Ride whenever possible.

Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell phone or
listening to music. Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department
at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from
an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

CRIME ALERT
ISSUED: December 31, 2008

INCIDENT:
On Monday, December 31, 2007, at approximately 6:30 p.m., MIT Police received a report of an Aggravated Assault and Battery. A non-affiliated male reported that he was struck with a shovel, about the face, by an unknown person at the construction site of E15/Amherst St. The victim was exiting the portable toilets when he was confronted by the suspect.
SUSPECT:
The victim describes the suspect as follows: male, white, 6'; he was unable to provide a
clothing description.The suspect left by-way-of Amherst Street.

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take
precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such incidents, the MIT
Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while
walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day
and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking
with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible.

Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell
phone or listening to music.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at
617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100
from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any
time.

REPORT INFORMATION TO:
If you have information that might be helpful in this investigation,
please contact:
1. MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or
2. Anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

 

 

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INFORMATIONAL ALERT
Issued: December 19, 2007

On the first day of the holiday break
the thieves took a look around and
were happy with the wallet they found.

On the second day of break
the characters came around, again.
As they looked for more wallets they
found two MP3 players and an unlocked door.

On the third day of break they came
back to MIT. This time they brought along more
characters to help with the loot...one wallet,
two MP3 players and three laptops is what
they stole for their true love today!

On the forth day of the holiday break someone called the
MIT Police at *100* to say 'there appears to be
someone stealing a flatscreen TV today'. The MIT Police responded
to find that yes indeed there was someone who didn't
belong and was soon placed under arrest.

So please don't let the holiday break
be an opportunity for the thieves. As you can see this is just a play on
words but is a reminder of how easy it might be for 'characters' to
steal your personal and MIT belongings.

Before you leave for the holiday break, take a minute to lock
your valuables in a locked file cabinet and a locked office or dorm
room. Lock the doors and windows, too!
If you're staying here you're not alone. The MIT Police are always here
- just call us at 617-253-1212 to report suspicious activity or
suspicious people. Or, if your working late and want us to check on you
just give us a call and we'll check on you, too.

The MIT Police are here 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. Please call
us at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone or dial 100
in an emergency.

Wishing you all a happy holiday break.

 

Informational Bulletin

Issued: November 7, 2007

Thefts of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) are on the rise in the
Cambridge and Boston areas, including MIT. Between January 1 and
November 4, 2007, there have been several
car windows smashed and 10 GPS systems stolen in the MIT vicinity.
Additionally there have been three laptops, a purse, and car stereo
stolen from vehicles during this time frame. In one instance, the GPS
mounting bracket was visible in the vehicle, but the owner had removed
the unit. The vehicle window was smashed and the interior of the vehicle
ransacked. The theft of these high value items can bring in quick cash
for the thief who sells them in pawn shops, and online lists.

Thieves are looking for criminal opportunities. They look for the GPS
suction cup or the faintest mark of the suction cup or mounting bracket
on the windshield or dash. These vehicle become potential targets. The
thief will smash the window and rummage through the interior of the car
looking for the GPS or any other valuable property.

So, what can you do to prevent the thief from breaking into your car?
Don't keep value items visible in your car. Lock them in the trunk
_before_ you arrive at your final destination.
Remove the suction cup or support cradle on your windshield or
dashboard. Clean the suction cap marks from your windshield.
Maintain Serial Numbers - most people who have had their GPS stolen
have no idea what the serial number to assist in the recovery.
We recommend that you password protect your electronic devices when
possible.

When parking if you have an car alarm, remember to set it. The thieves
are breaking into vehicles day and night. If you see something or
someone suspicious please call the MIT Police at 617-253-1212, or
utilize a blue light emergency telephone or dial 100 from an Institute
telephone.

 

Crime Alert to the MIT Community
Issued: October 31, 2007

INCIDENT:
On Tuesday, October 30, 2007, the MIT Police received a report from a
female student who reported that she was shoved around on Briggs Field
during the early morning hours of October 30, 2007.

SUSPECT:
The victim describes the suspect as follows: male, white, early
twenties, 150 - 160 pounds, 5'10" - 6', fair complexion, with light
sandy brown hair and clean shaven. She was unable to provide a
clothing description.

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take
precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such incidents, the MIT
Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while
walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day
and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking
with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible.

Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell
phone or listening to music.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at
617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100
from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any
time.

REPORT INFORMATION TO:
If you have information that might be helpful in this investigation,
please contact:
1. MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or
2. Anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

 

CRIME ALERT
Issued: October 23, 2007

Please be advised that at approximately 6:30 a.m. this morning, October
23, 2007, MIT and Cambridge Police responded to a report of an armed
assault and battery that had just occurred at 500 Memorial Drive, Next
House . Officers responding to Next House discovered the victim, an MIT
student who was assaulted by a female known to him. The female suspect
is not affiliated with MIT and was arrested by the Cambridge Police at
the scene.The male student was transported to a local hospital and is
now in stable condition.

 

Crime Alert to the MIT Community
Issued: October 1, 2007

On Friday, September 28, 2007 at approximately 10:45 p.m., a female
student reported that while walking back to her dormitory she was
followed by a male operating a vehicle.

INCIDENT: The victim was walking West along Mass. Ave., between Albany and Lansdowne Streets, when she observed a small station wagon pull to the curb. The operator suggested she get into the vehicle. The victim continued walking when the got out of the vehicle and began walking towards the victim. The victim sped up and walked by the operator who continued to try and get the victim to get into the vehicle at the Sunoco station at the corner of Lansdowne St. The victim began reciting the license plate number of the vehicle out loud. The operator got back into the vehicle and left the area. The suspect was operating a green station wagon, MA license plate number 11HC42. Anyone with information is asked to please call Cambridge Police at 617-349-3300 or MIT Police at 617-253-1212.

SUSPECT: The victim described her assailant as follows: male, white, 5’9” – 6’00”, heavy build, with thick rimmed glasses, gray hair, wearing a gray or white loose fitting t-shirt, long blue nylon shorts. The suspect has been identified Joseph Sullivan, a registered Level 3 Sex Offender.

Because this incident occurred on Massachusetts Ave. it is being
investigated by the Cambridge Police. Anyone with information that might
be helpful in this case is asked to call Cambridge Police.

REPORT INFORMATION TO:
If you have information that might be helpful in this investigation,
please contact:
1. Detective John Boyle, 617-349-3369, of the Cambridge Police
Department, 5 Western Ave.; or
2. the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or
3. anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take
precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such incidents, the MIT
Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking
throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night
and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and
utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible.

Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell
phone or listing to music.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212,
utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute
telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate
bulletin boards in your area.

SECOND REPORT
On Friday, September 28 at approximately 4:50 a.m. a resident of 165 Bay
State Road, reports being awoken by her room window being opened.

SUSPECT: The victim describes the suspect as follows: black male, with
dark skin, shaved head, wearing a beige t-shirt, dark pants, 20 - 25
years of age.

INCIDENT: The victim was asleep when she heard the window off of the
fire escape opening. The victim screamed and the suspect fled down the
fire escape.

Third Report:
On Sunday, September 30 at approximately 11:20 a.m. a female student had
fallen asleep in building 4-251 when she was awoken by someone going
through her backpack.

SUSPECT: The victim describes the suspect as follows: white male,
approximately 50 years of age, 6'00; gray hair, blue cap, green sweater,
and blue jeans.

 

Crime Alert to the MIT Community
Issued: September 17, 2007

On Sunday, September 16, 2007 at 8:00 a.m., the Cambridge Police Department notified the MIT Police Department that a woman reported that she had been sexually assaulted on the MIT campus at 3:45 a.m. in the Amherst Street area of Kendall Square.

SUSPECTS:
The victim described her assailants as 5 or 6 neatly dressed white males in their early 20's who held her down during the assault.

REPORT INFORMATION TO:
If you have information that might be helpful in this investigation, please contact:
1. Detective John Boyle, 617-349-3369, of the Cambridge Police Department, 5 Western Ave.; or
2. the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or
3. anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such incidents, the MIT Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible.

Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell phone or listing to music.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards in your area.

MIT Police Department
Crime Alert
Issued: August 27th, 2007

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Crime Alert to the MIT Community
Issued:  August 27, 2007

Several people at MIT received an anonymous email today with an unspecified bomb threat.  We investigated this matter thoroughly, engaging the Cambridge Police and Fire Departments.  We also learned that a number of other universities across the country received a similar anonymous, unspecified email bomb threat today.

We found no evidence to support the unspecified threat, nor did any other university. 

As a reminder, any suspicious package should be reported to the MIT Police (617-253-1212).  Leave the item alone, and avoid the use of cell phones to report suspicious items.

(Click here to download a copy of this crime alert in PDF format)

 

Crime Alert to the MIT Community
Issued:  August 27, 2007

http://www.cambridgema.gov/cpd/

*COMMUNITY ALERT*

*Neighborhood 5 Cambridgeport*

On August 27, 2007 sometime between 2:30 AM – 3:00 AM a residential
burglary took place in the area of Hamilton, Pearl & Magazine Streets.
Entrance was gained by removing a window screen located at the rear of
the house. A resident who was home at the time confronted this
individual and he fled the residence. The suspect is described as a thin
Caucasian male.

All citizens are asked to be alert for this subject or for any other
suspicious individuals in this area and to call 911 if observed.
Residents are encouraged to take appropriate steps to ensure their homes
are secure. If anyone has any information regarding this incident or
suspect, please contact the Investigation Section at 617-349-3370 or the
Police Operations Desk at 617-349-3301

 

MIT Police Department
Crime Alert
Issued: August 7th and 9th, 2007

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Crime Alert to the MIT Community
Issued:  August 7, 2007

The MIT Police responded to a breaking and entering at 99 Bay State Rd. on
August 8, 2007 at approximately 4:40 a.m. Please read and distribute our Crime Alert Bulliten (PDF) regarding this incident.

Crime Alert to the MIT Community
Issued:  August 9, 2007

The MIT Police responded to an assault and battery that occurred on Amherst St. by Vassar St. on August 8, 2007 at approximately 9:48 p.m. Please read and distribute our Crime Alert Bulliten (PDF) regarding this incident.

MIT Police Department
Crime Alert
Issued: June 28, 2007

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The MIT Police Department created a composite sketch of a person suspected in two instances of a "peeping tom" offense.

INCIDENT:
This suspect was seen on Wednesday, June 26, 2007 at approximately 10:15 am, in building 16/56, first floor women's room. A similiar incident occurred in the same women's room in December 2006. The same suspect was described at that time.

SUSPECT:
The victim describes the suspect as follows: Male, olive skin tone, 5'7" to 5'11", late teens to mid-twenties, shaved head with wiery stubbled hair, muscular build. He was last seen wearing a baseball cap off to one side of his head, white tee shirt, baggy blue jeans and brown sneakers with white laces.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212,
utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute
telephone if they are in danger.

If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards.

 

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Crime Alert to MIT Community
Issued: May 2, 2007

1) Shooting:
Cambridge Police report a shooting that occurred on
Pearl and Perry Streets on Monday, April 30 at approximately 8:30 p.m.

SUSPECTS:
There are no suspect descriptions at this time.

REPORTED INCIDENT:
The victims were on Pearl Street where they were buying DVDs. One victim states he heard gunshots. He and his friend began running. At this time he realized he was shot in the lower leg.

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take
precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such attacks, the MIT
Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant. Utilize SafeRide for transportation to Pika and Sidney and Pacific residences.

This incident is being investigated by the Cambridge Police. Please call
them with any information at 617-349-3370.

2)Breaking and Entering
MIT Police receive a report of a breaking and entering at Sigma Phi Epsilon, 518 Beacon Street, Boston, MA.

SUSPECT:
There are no suspect descriptions at this time.

REPORTED INCIDENT:
Sometime between midnight Monday, April 30 and 9:50am Tuesday, May 1, the rear window was pried open. Two bicycles were reported stolen.

 

3) Flim-Flam or Larceny by False Pretense

The MIT Police have received reports of a person stating that he needs money because his car broke down or his car was towed.

SUSPECT:
The victims describe the suspect as well dressed,light skinned black male, approximately 30 to 50 years of age. He identifies himself by the name of: "Elliott Davis".

REPORTED INCIDENT:
A suspect has approached Asian males and females and asked for money because his car has been towed. In two cases the victims have provided the suspect with between $40 and $64 cash. The suspect promises that he'll pay them back in two hours. (The telephone number the suspect provides the victim is false.)

SUGGESTIONS:
If you are approached by a suspect requesting cash notify the MIT Police immediately at 617-253-9755.

Become familiar with the locations of emergency telephones on campus.

Never provide a stranger your name, address or telephone number.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212,
utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute
telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

If you have any information that might be helpful in these investigations, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards in your area.

 

MIT Police Department
Informational Bulletin
Issued: April 17, 2007

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The MIT Police Department is requesting the assistance of the MIT community. We are requesting your assistance in locating missing graduate student Daniel Barclay. Daniel, a resident of Ashdown House, was last seen on April 8, 2007.

We invite you to look in classrooms, hallways and every possible nook and cranny where someone might be. If you know where Daniel might be please call the MIT Police at 617-253-1212 or anonymous 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

Please see this flyer for Daniel Barklay's photo.

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Crime Alert to MIT Community
Issued: April 11, 2007

Cambridge Police received a report of a street robbery that occurred on
Massachusetts Ave. on Tuesday, April 10 at approximately 6:00 p.m. in
the area of the Student Center.

SUSPECTS:
The suspects are described by the victim as follows: 1)male, white, late
teens/early twenties, tanned skin, 5'7" wearing a maroon hoodie(possible
MIT Logo), blue jeans, white sneakers with an "army" green hat; 2)male,
white, early twenties, tanned, wearing a khaki colored jacket. 3)Asian,
unsure if male or female, with long dark hair and dark clothing.

REPORTED INCIDENT:
The victim was parked on Mass. Ave. when she was attempting to leave the
parking spot, another vehicle pulled into the open spot blocking her
vehicle. The victim asked the operator of the vehicle to move forward
and he refused to move the vehicle. The suspects then walked into the
MIT Student Center laughing at her. The victim was taking a picture of
the suspects vehicle when they returned, grabbed the camera out of her
hands, an altercation ensued. The victim was pushed into the shrubs
before the suspects fled in their vehicle.

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take
precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such attacks, the MIT
Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant. Do not
become involved in an argument over road rage, parking spaces, etc.
Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212,
utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute
telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

This incident is being investigated by the Cambridge Police. Please call
them with any information at 617-349-3370. Please forward this notice to
your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards in your area.
If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation,
contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or
anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477)
.

Please be advised there have been several reports of laptop computers
being stolen from across campus. Between January 1 and March 14, 2007
there have been 13 incidents were 20 laptop computer have been stolen.

LATEST INCIDENT:
On Tuesday, March 14 between 2:45 and 3:00 p.m., in East Campus a
student left her room open and upon returning found her backpack and
laptop were missing.

SUSPECT:
A witness describes the following person of interest as: male, white,
late 20ies, 5'10' with a slim build, dark short hair with tattoo across
his neck which reads "IRISH". He was seen wearing a black tee shirt with
blue jeans and a baseball cap.

OTHER INCIDENTS:
1) Wednesday, March 14, at approximately 6:00 - 6:15 pm, laptop
left unattended in the Student Center second floor lounge
stolen.

2) Monday, March 5, at approximately 6:00 - 6:30 pm, a laptop was
left unattended and stolen from the library.

3) Friday, March 2, in an off campus residence a laptop was stolen
from a room which was left open all day.

4) Friday, February 23, laptop was stolen from either the library
or the Student Center. Unknown exactly when or where stolen
from.

5) Saturday, February 24, at approximately 3:00 - 3:15 pm, laptop
left unattended and stolen from the library.

6) Thursday, February 22, at approximately 12:30 - 1:15 pm, laptop
left unattended and stolen from the library.

7) Friday, February 16, at approximately 3:00 - 3:45 pm, laptop was
left in a lab where two other people were working, door was left
open. Returned to discover his laptop stolen.

8) Friday, February 2, a student reports that while away over the
IAP break, her laptop stolen from an off campus residence.

9) Wednesday, January 31, between 3:00 - 3:53 pm, a student reports
closing but not locking her door in Burton and returned to find
her laptop stolen.

10) Thursday, January 18, between 6:30 - 9:30 pm, student reports
closing but not locking her door in New House and returned to
find that her laptop that was tagged with the STOP program was
stolen.

11) Monday, January 15 between 12:30 and 6:55 pm, found that her
computer and other items were stolen from an off campus
residence.

12) Weekend of January 8 - 11, five laptops were stolen from an
locked office and locked filing cabinet which were not forced
open. These computers were STOP tagged.

13) Weekend of December 28 - January 2, three laptops were stolen
from a locked area and there were no signs of forced entrance.

SUGGESTIONS:
All member of the MIT community are asked to be alert and immediately
call MIT Police to report suspicious people or activity. Dial 100 from
any Institute telephone or 617-253-1212. Notifying the MIT Police in a
timely fashion is of utmost importance to the possible apprehension of a
suspect or to alert us to the scene of a crime.

*Never* leave property unattended, even for a brief time, no matter how
"safe the area looks." Thieves are looking for the opportunity to steal
unattended items - cash, wallets, credit cards and laptops! Together we
can reduce this opportunity by locking our offices, labs and residence
room and by not leaving items unattended - not even for a minute!

Always keep a back-up of your computer files but keep the back-up copy
in a separate and secure place.

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INFORMATIONAL ALERT
Issued: December 19, 2006

On the first day of the holiday break
the thieves took a look around and
were happy with the wallet they found.

On the second day of break
the characters came around, again.
As they looked for more wallets they
found two MP3 players and an unlocked door.

On the third day of break they came
back to MIT. This time they brought along more
characters to help with the loot...one wallet,
two MP3 players and three laptops is what
they stole for their true love today!

On the forth day of the holiday break someone called the
MIT Police at *100* to say 'there appears to be
someone stealing a flatscreen TV today'. The MIT Police responded
to find that yes indeed there was someone who didn't
belong and was soon placed under arrest.

So please don't let the holiday break
be an opportunity for the thieves. As you can see this is just a play on words but is a reminder of how easy it might be for 'characters' to steal your personal and MIT belongings.

Before you leave for the holiday break, take a minute to lock
your valuables in a locked file cabinet and a locked office or dorm room. Lock the doors and windows, too!
If you're staying here you're not alone. The MIT Police are always here - just call us at 617-253-1212 to report suspicious activity or suspicious people. Or, if your working late and want us to check on you just give us a call and we'll check on you, too.

The MIT Police are here 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. Please call us at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone or dial 100 in an emergency.

Wishing you all a happy holiday break.

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Sgt. Cheryl Vossmer
MIT Police
Crime Prevention and Community Policing
617-253-9755

Police Bulletins
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Crime Alert to MIT Community
Issued: October 2, 2006

MIT Police received a report of a robbery which occurred on the Harvard Bridge in the area of the 220 'smoot' mark, on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at approximately 3:12 a.m.

SUSPECT:
The suspect is described by the victim as follows: male, black, with no further description.

REPORTED INCIDENT:
The victim was walking across the Harvard (Mass. Ave.) Bridge when she was approached from behind. The suspect ripped her purse from her shoulder. The suspect fled on foot towards Boston and may have gotten into a small dark colored vehicle. State Police are investigating this incident.

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take precautions.

To minimize the opportunity for such attacks, the MIT Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible.

Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell phone or listening to music.

Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards in your area. If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477)or the Massachusetts State Police at 617-727-6780.

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Crime Alert to MIT Community
Issued: September 6, 2006

MIT Police received a report of an armed robbery which occurred in Boston on Sunday, September 3, 2006 at approximately 1:15 a.m. in the area of the Charlesgate East overpass.

SUSPECT:
The suspect is described by the victim as follows: male, black, approximately 5'9", medium build who placed a unknown style of handgun against his cheek.

REPORTED INCIDENT:
The victim was walking in the area of Charlesgate East (Beacon Street, Bay State Road area of Boston) when he was approached from behind and the suspect demanded his money. State Police are investigating this incident.

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such attacks, the MIT Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible. Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell phone or listening to music. Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards in your area. If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

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Cambridge Police issued a bulletin regarding an assault which occurred
on June 17 in Cambridgeport. Please see their web site for more
information: http://www.cambridgepolice.org/

 

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Crime Alert to MIT Community
Issued: May 10, 2006

The MIT Police received a report of an attempted abduction. This is reported to have occurred on Monday, May 8, 2006 at approximately 10:30 am. at Massachusetts Avenue and Memorial Drive.

SUSPECT:
The suspect is described by the victim as follows: male, black, about 35-40 years old, clean shaven, no clothing description. He was driving a white vehicle with four doors, possibly a red number plate, and it appeared to be a '90 model vehicle.

REPORTED INCIDENT:
The victim was riding her bicycle east along Memorial Drive when the above mentioned vehicle traveling south on Mass. Ave. pulled up and said "Get into the car".

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take precautions. To minimize the opportunity for such attacks, the MIT Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible. Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell phone or listening to music. Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light emergency telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards in your area. If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

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Crime Alert to MIT Community
Issued: April 18, 2006

The Cambridge Police Department issued the following bulletin: (PDF) http://web.mit.edu/cp/www/CPDApril2006alert.pdf

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Crime Alert to MIT Community
Issued: April 7, 2006

On March 31, 2006, the MIT Police received a report of a sexual assault. This incident is reported to have occurred on Saturday, January 28, 2006 in the basement hallway of Building 16 at about 5:40 pm.

SUSPECTS:
The two suspects are described as follows: 1) male, Asian, 5'6", about 34 years old, medium hair, not past his ears, spiked, wearing a nice blazer with a tie, black dress slacks, thick Asian accent, dark skinned, pierced right ear with a stud, gold ring on his pinkie; 2) female, Asian, 5'3", about 34 years old, hair past her shoulders, wearing a black skirt and heels, longer coat, smelled of lavender, thick Asian accent, mole on left side of neck by her ear, dark skinned, wearing a silver chain.

REPORTED INCIDENT:
The suspects approached the complainant in Killian Court and asked for directions. She offered to let them follow her to Kendall Square. While walking through the basement hallway of Building 16, the suspects attacked, sexually assaulted and raped the complainant.

The reported incident occurred more than two months ago, and no other incidents involving suspects fitting the description given have been reported to the MIT Police. However, no suspects have been apprehended for this reported incident and members and guests of the MIT community should be aware of the report.

SUGGESTIONS:
All members of the MIT community are asked to be alert and take precautions. To try to minimize the opportunity for such attacks, the MIT Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible. Remain alert to your immediate surroundings while talking on a cell phone or listening to music. Sexual assault also occurs between acquaintances. Anyone on campus should call the MIT Police Department at 617-253-1212, utilize a blue light telephone, or dial 100 from an Institute telephone if they feel they are in danger at any time.

If you or someone you know is a victim of a sexual assault, please seek medical care immediately. Confidential, expert assistance is available to you at MIT Medical at 3-1311 and the MIT Police at 3-1212.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues and post it on appropriate bulletin boards in your area. If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212; W89, 301 Vassar Street; or anonymously at 617-258-TIPS (8-8477).

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Cheryl Vossmer
Sergeant
MIT Police
617-253-9755
301 Vassar Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

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The Cambridge Police Department issued the the following bulletin (PDF):
http://www.cambridgepolice.org/alert03092006.pdf

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Crime Alert Bulletin
Aggravated Assault
Issued: March 14, 2006

Please be advised that at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 12, 2006 a student and his friend were the victims of an assault and battery while walking on Amherst Alley. The victims were walking in the area of Fowler Street when they observed a vehicle with New Your number plates. A comment was made and a few minutes later the vehicle pulled up beside them. The suspects exited the vehicle and began to punch and kick them. The victims describe the vehicle as a light colored VW "Bug" with New York plates and the second vehicle as a dark colored sedan. The victim describes the suspects as 4 to 6 Asian males, and one had spiked hair.

The MIT Police recommend that you are always aware of your surroundings. Know the locations of the blue light emergency telephones. Please report suspicious or criminal activity immediately to the MIT Police. Dial 100 from an on campus telephone of 617-253-1212 from a cell phone.

Note that all 911 calls from a cell phone go the State Police in Framingham, MA and are then transferred back to the Cambridge Police. We encourage you to program 617-253-1212 into your cell phone for campus emergencies.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues. If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212 or if you wish, anonymously though our web site at cp-anon@mit.edu.

Cheryl Vossmer
MIT Police Department
617-253-9755

 

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CRIME ALERT BULLETIN
Issued: February 13, 2006

In compliance with the "Timely Notice" provisions of the federal "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" the MIT Police are giving notice about a disturbing act of violence reported to have occurred on Main Street near the Kendall "T", according to the Cambridge Police Department.

REPORTED OFFENSE: A stabbing was reported to have occurred at approximately 8:15 p.m., Saturday, February 11, 2006. The victim and his friends were walking on Main Street towards the Kendall T.

SUSPECT: The suspects involved in this incident, described by the victim, as a group of 15 to 17 unknown males. The group appeared to be a mix of white, black, and Hispanic. The unknown group began harassing the victim and his friends. The victim was assaulted, punched in the face, and "poked" in the back by an unknown male.

It can be assumed that conditions exist that may pose a threat to members and guests of the MIT community. It is the duty of the Campus Police to warn of possible "dangerous conditions" on or near its campus, and at affiliate organizations off campus; an "affirmative duty" exists to warn persons associated with this Institution of possible perils at the hands of some third party or parties.

This incident is being investigated by the Cambridge Police. 617-349-3300. Persons involved in this incident to our knowldedge have no affiliation with MIT.

Please forward this notice to your colleagues. If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the MIT Police at 617-253-1212 or if you wish, anonymously though our web site at cp-anon@mit.edu.

Cheryl Vossmer
MIT Police Department
617-253-9755

 

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The following bulletin was issued by Cambridge Police Department.
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During the period of December 19, 2005 thru January 4, 2006 there were three street robberies reported in the Pearl Street area. In each occasion the reporting person described either one or two African-American males aged 18-25 years, wearing dark clothing, approximately 5'10" - 6'0" in height. It is unknown if the same suspects were involved in each occurrence. During two of these incidents a weapon was threatened and in one a grey Honda Odyssey vehicle was observed fleeing the scene (later recovered in Boston). These incidents were reported to have occurred during the nighttime hours between 8:00 PM - 12:30 AM.

All citizens are asked to be alert for these or other suspicious individuals and to call 911 if observed. If anyone has any information regarding these incidents please contact the Investigation Section at 617-349-3370 or the Police Operations Desk (24 hours) at 617-349-3301.

http://www.cambridgepolice.org/

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The MIT Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible. Students, faculty, and staff may also call the MIT Police Department at 3-1212 if they believe they are in danger while waiting for transportation due to the hour or circumstance.

Persons should avoid talking on cell phones, listening to music, or walking too close to persons unnecessarily. If you are approached by someone displaying a weapon and demanding your property, it is recommended that you comply with the request and not resist. For more detailed information on safety and security please read the MIT Police Department’s “Safety Security and Crime Prevention” booklet, which can be found at http://web.mit.edu/cp/www/publications.htm (See page 52 of the booklet "How to be Streetwise and Safe".

Cheryl Vossmer
MIT Police Department
617-253-9755

 

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Crime Alert
Issued: December 19, 2005
Shooting at 219 Vassar St. - Cambridge Executive Enterprises
Street Robbery at Main and Portland Streets

On Friday, December 16, 2005, at approximately 8:30 p.m. at 219 Vassar Street, the owner of Cambridge Executive Enterprises was shot. This property is not owned or controlled by MIT, but is adjacent to MIT property.

On Monday, December 19, 2005 at approximately midnight, a male graduate student reported to the Cambridge Police Department that he was robbed while leaving the 7-Eleven store on Main and Portland Streets. The victim states that he was grabbed from behind by the arm. The victim describes the suspects as follows: two males, black, wearing black ski masks, and dark clothing, suspect #1) approximately 6'1" medium build and suspect #2) approximately 5'9" medium build. The victim states that one suspect was on a bicycle and one was walking who displayed a hunting style knife. They demanded the victims money which he turned over. They told him to walk away.

Because these incidents did not occur on MIT property, they are being investigated by the Cambridge Police Department. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact the Cambridge Police Department’s Detective Division, at 617-349-3370.

If at any time you observe any type of suspicious activity or have been the victim of a violent crime, please notify the MIT Police Department immediately at 617-253-1212

The MIT Police Department reminds community members to be vigilant while walking throughout campus and surrounding areas both during the day and at night and to take the appropriate precautions, such as walking with others and utilizing the Safe Ride whenever possible. Students, faculty, and staff may also call the MIT Police Department at 3-1212 if they believe they are in danger while waiting for transportation due to the hour or circumstance.

Persons should avoid talking on cell phones, listening to music, or walking too close to persons unnecessarily. If you are approached by someone displaying a weapon and demanding your property, it is recommended that you comply with the request and not resist. For more detailed information on safety and security please read the MIT Police Department’s “Safety Security and Crime Prevention” booklet, which can be found at http://web.mit.edu/cp/www/publications.htm (See page 52 of the booklet "How to be Streetwise and Safe".

We will keep you updated of any information regarding these incidents if necessary.

 

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Crime Alert Bulletin
Issued: September 20, 2005

Please be advised that on Sunday, September 18th, 2005 at approximately 2:20 a.m. a graduate student reports that he was assaulted, or the victim of a hate incident. The incident occurred on Broadway in Cambridge. The victim states a male riding a bike began to taunt him yelling racial comments. The victim is white who describes the suspect as follows: male, black, early 20ies, riding a silver bicycle, wearing a red sports jersey with possibly the number "3" on it.

The victim states that he ran for his dormitory and was able to escape the suspect who taunted him all the way to his dorm.

While racial, bias motivated crimes are not the norm in Cambridge or MIT area, they do occur occasionally. Please note that MIT has strict guidelines against harassment of any kind, see http://web.mit.edu/communications/hg/

On Friday, September 16th, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the MIT Police received a report of a male involved in lude activities in the area of Fowler Street and Memorial Drive. The individual involved was later arrested by the State Police.

Please be advised there have been two reports of rooms broken into at Burton-Connor with jewelry being stolen. These are under investigation by the MIT Police.

 



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Crime Alert Bulletin
Issued: September 7, 2005

Please be advised that at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 7, 2005 a student was the victim of an assault and battery while walking on Mass. Ave. The victim was walking towards MIT in the area of Mass. Ave. and Albany Street when he observed a male walking towards him. The victim states this person tried to provoke him to fight. As they passed each other the suspect struck the victim on the leg with a piece of wood. The victim utilized the emergency telephone at Mass. and Albany and provided a description as follows: male, black, approximately 50 years of age, off white vested jacket with red sleeves and a black scully cap. A search of the area located the suspect who was then arrested for aggravated assault and battery. The arrested suspect is homeless.

The MIT Police recommend that you are always aware of your surroundings. Know the locations of the blue light emergency telephones. Please report suspicious or criminal activity immediately to the MIT Police. Dial 100 from an on campus telephone of 617-253-1212 from a cell phone.

Note that all 911 calls from a cell phone go the State Police in Framingham, MA and are then transferred back to the Cambridge Police. We encourage you to program 617-253-1212 into your cell phone for campus emergencies.