GU Security and the Spokane Fire Department conducted a search of a GU-owned residence yesterday. Items posing a potential fire safety risk were located and removed from the residence. Flammable items and materials are not permitted in any GU-owned residence (p.180 of the GU Student Handbook).
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Posted by vansant
We’re seeing a pretty significant number of vehicles being broken into, mostly out in the neighborhood. The common factor in these thefts is the visible presence of “incentives”: cash, CD’s, Ipods, purses, wallets, checkbooks, backpacks, laptops.
Remember, most “vehicle prowlers” will check your vehicle for these incentives first, then break in – not the other way around. If you want to reduce your chance of having your car broken into, remove the incentive. Take enticing items with you if you can. At least conceal them (for example, put them in your trunk) if you can’t.
It’s that simple.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmWY2GrcPLo[/youtube]
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February 9
7:38 PM
GU Security and the Spokane Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at Sinto Apartments. Burnt salmon patties.
February 10
7:40 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
8:07 PM
GU Security and the Spokane Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at Sinto Apartments. Burnt kabobs. Same apartment as previous evening. Recommended remedial cooking class.
February 12
9:26 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
1:02 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
February 13
8:00 AM
A GU Student reported her vehicle was broken into between 10:00 PM on February 12 and 7:00 AM on February 13 while parked in the 1800 block of North Addison. An IPOD, purse, wallet, and checkbook were taken.
February 14
12:11 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
February 15
At about 1:20 AM a vehicle parked in the Crimont parking lot was broken into, setting off the car’s alarm. A GU visitor later reported that CD’s, a camera case, and a DVD player were taken.
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February 5
9:34 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
February 6
4:30 PM
GU Security responded to Rosauers Center and found a campus visitor sitting on the floor of the first floor men’s bathroom in an altered state of consciousness. SPD was contacted, and the subject was trespassed and transported to the Detox Center.
February 7
4:22 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
11:19 PM
GU Security responded with the Spokane Police Department to a noise complaint in the 400 block of East Mission.
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Posted by vansant
From today’s Spokesman Review:
Two people were arrested Friday night in connection with a rash of robberies that prompted extra security measures at Spokane payday loan centers and pharmacies.
Spokane police will release the suspects’ names after search warrants have been served, said Lt. Dave McGovern.
The two were arrested about 6:30 p.m. and are believed to be responsible for at least seven robberies and one attempted robbery since January, including the payday loan center robberies and the OxyContin heist at ShopKo Tuesday night, McGovern said.
The alleged crime spree began with robberies at the Northwest Food Mart at 5611 N. Driscoll St. on Jan. 8 and Jan. 11, police said Friday.
The Check and Go, 6411 N. Division St., was robbed Jan. 14, followed by robberies at Check into Cash at 555 E. Francis Ave. on Jan. 20 and Jan. 29.
The Check into Cash at 920 N. Division St. was also hit Jan. 29, and an attempted robbery occurred there Tuesday.
Tuesday’s attempted robbery occurred less than an hour before a major OxyContin robbery at the ShopKo pharmacy, 9520 N. Newport Highway. In each loan center robbery and the ShopKo robbery, the suspect wore a black ski mask and light blue jeans and carried a handgun.
McGovern couldn’t say if just one of the men arrested Friday, or both, is suspected of being the gunman. “We’re trying to figure that all out, too,” he said.
The rash of robberies led to extra pharmacy patrols by the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office. Check into Cash stores also started locking their doors during business hours and asking for identification to enter the store.
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Posted by vansant
February 3
12:45 AM
A GU Student reported that he was standing outside Jack & Dans when a white 2-door older model Honda Civic drove by on Hamilton and he was struck by a bb or pellet fired from the vehicle. He suffered a minor injury to his leg. SPD was notified.
6:06 PM
GU Security was advised by Spokane Police Department Dispatch that a suspect in the robbery of the Check Into Cash January 29 was seen by their employees, and that he may have fled in the direction of the GU campus. GU Security and SPD searched the west end of campus, but did not find the subject.
7:15 PM
Employees at the Tilford Building reported seeing a suspicious subject enter the building. GU Security responded and searched the building while GU Dispatch monitored video cameras in the building. A search yielded no suspicious individuals.
7:55 PM
Employees at the Tilford Building reported that they had seen a suspicious subject in the Tilford Building. SPD responded, a canine unit searched the building, and nothing was found. A review of video from the Tilford Center cameras showed only one subject, believed to be a Plant Services employee, in the building other than the employees. An investigation is pending.
February 2
11:00 AM
A GU Student reported that he was assaulted at a party of unknown address on Sinto, by two male subjects that he could not describe, at about 1:30 AM on February 1. He suffered minor injuries to his face.
5:42 PM
A GU Student was struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle at Sharp and Addison. GU Security and the Spokane Fire Department responded. The student suffered a leg injury and was transported to Sacred Heart for evaluation.
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Posted by vansant
Take Back the Neighborhood is finally coming back after a month!!!
> (Sorry about that, by the way).
>
> First, our first event is going to be this Sunday at 3:00 pm in the
> Madonna basement. We will be baking and decorating cookies for the
> Ronald McDonald House. (Because of the snow, it may be a little hard
> to clean up the streets). We will also be making Valentine’s Day
> decorations to decorate Ronald McDonald. For those who do not know,
> Ronald McDonald is a home for families who have children in long term
> stay over at the hospital. They stay at the home so that they can be
> close to their children.
>
> Second, I wanted to take a brief moment and explain the new general
> direction of Take Back the Neighborhood… the ModoC Block Resident
> Life Staff will be fully adopting this program and providing two
> service events per month to continue to attempt to better our
> surrounding community and the Gonzaga community. Many of these events
> will include street clean-up, but there will also be other service
> opportunities (such as the cookie baking program). If anyone has any
> questions, feel free to ask me.
>
> Finally, thank you so much to everyone for your hard work and
> dedication last semester and for your continued service. We are
> looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday!!!
>
> Peace and Lots of Love,
>
> Andee Hendee
>
> ARD of the ModoC Block
> Gonzaga University
>
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Posted by vansant
Gonzaga’s new Emergency Notification System, ZagAlert, will be used to notify you in case of a significant emergency or dangerous situation occurring on campus involving an immediate threat to health or safety.
ZagAlert is now an opt-out system. If you are an ON-CAMPUS student or employee, you will be automatically asked to review and update your ZagAlert information approximately every six months when you log into ZagWeb.
When you log in to ZagWeb and are asked to update your information, you will be presented with three different options:
· ZagAlert Contact Information – This link will enable you to confirm and update your contact information. After updating and/or confirming your information, click on the “Submit” button at the bottom of the form. You will not be asked to update your information again for approximately six months.
· Remind Me Later – This link will enable you to bypass the update form if you need immediate access to ZagWeb. You will be asked to update your information again at a later date.
· Opt-Out – This link will remove you from the ZagAlert system. After clicking the link you will be asked for your ZagWeb pin in order to confirm that you have elected to opt out of ZagAlert. You will not receive any ZagAlert emergency notifications or system tests. You will not be asked to update your information again for approximately six months.
Once you sign up, you may opt out or change your settings at any point by logging into ZagWeb and clicking on the “ZagAlert” link on the main menu. To change your settings, click on the “Options” button at the bottom of the form.
If you do not have a University ID or your pin number has expired, please call the Registrar’s Office at (509) 313-6592.
We will be doing a system-wide test every semester, beginning early in 2009. We do this to make sure there are no snags in the system.
We hope we never have to implement our ZagAlert system, but we hope it gives you some peace of mind knowing that we have such a system in place.
If you have questions or concerns, please call the ITS Support Center at (509) 313-5550.
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January 30
10:00 AM
A GU Student reported that the driver’s side window of his vehicle was broken and an Ipod was taken while parked in the 200 block of East Mission between midnight and 9:45 AM on January 30.
11:14 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident at Cataldo Hall.
January 31
12:43 AM
GU Security investigated an alcohol violation in a residence hall.
11:15 AM
GU Security responded to a report of a hit & run vehicle accident in the COG parking lot.
February 1
2:25 AM
GU Security assisted in the search of a GU-owned residence.
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Posted by vansant
January 28
12:03 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
1:50 PM
A GU Student reported that his front driver’s side window was broken on his vehicle parked in the 400 block of East Augusta between 6:30 PM on January 25 and 11:00 AM on January 26. Nothing was reported missing.
January 29
10:23 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
1:15 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
2:23 PM
GU Security was advised by Spokane Police Department Dispatch that a suspect in an armed robbery at 923 N. Division may have fled onto campus. SPD and GU Security conducted a search, but nobody matching the description of the subject was found.
6:03 PM
GU Security received a report of an injured GU Student at Sacred Heart Medical Center. Student Life representatives responded to SHMC while Security completed an investigation.
10:50 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
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Posted by vansant
|
Burglary Suspect Arrested |
| On 01/23/09, Spokane Police Patrol Officers located and arrested Mickey W. Brown, 01/17/76, who is suspected of committing a burglary on January 5, 2009. He was booked for 2nd degree Theft, Trafficking in Stolen property 2nd degree and Possession of Stolen Property 2nd degree. All charges are felonies. Investigators continue to work on solving the recent burglary spree. |
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Posted by vansant
We had two suspicious person reports in the 1000 block of East Boone last night, one at about 10:15 PM and another just after midnight. In both cases a subject was observed outside a window. Only one had a physical description: white male, thin build, in his 20s, wearing dark clothing. GU Security and the Spokane Police Department searched the area in both cases but were unable to locate the individual.
While we don’t know that they are linked to the recent burglaries, we always encourage community members to report suspicious persons and activities immediately to 911, and then GU Security (313-2222). This was a great example of community members being proactive.
Just one more reminder: ALWAYS lock your doors and windows and close curtains and blinds, especially at night.
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Posted by vansant
It’s pretty obvious from the reports we’ve been seeing the last two weeks that someone is targeting the neighborhood for burglaries. The Spokane Police Department is actively investigating some leads. In the meantime, there are some easy steps you can take to help protect your property.
· Lock your doors and windows. Keep curtains & blinds closed.
· Make sure all of your exterior lights are working.
· Report crimes immediately. 911.
· Report suspicious persons and activities immediately. 911.
Check out this link to a home security checklist to see what all of us can do to better secure our homes.
Did you know Campo has a crime prevention specialist? For a home security assessment or for information on any crime prevention issue, simply call 313-3998.
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Posted by vansant
January 21
2:25 PM
GU Security assisted in the search of a GU-owned residence.
9:05 PM
GU Security and the Spokane Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at a GU-owned residence in the 700 block of East Desmet. Dinner was a little too well done.
January 22
7:30 AM
A GU Student reported a burglary at her off-campus apartment. At about 3:30 AM she awoke to find a subject in her apartment. The subject left quickly via a second floor balcony when she yelled at him. A friend’s wallet was later found to be missing from the apartment. Entry was believed to have been made via the sliding door on the balcony. SPD was contacted and completed a report.
7:30 AM
A Dussault resident reported the theft of his bike from a bike rack outside of Dussault sometime between 8PM on the 21st and 7:30 AM on the 22nd. 2 cable locks on the bike were cut.
7:30 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident at Dooley.
January 23
12:15 PM
GU Security observed 2 male subjects, both in their early 20’s, walking from bike rack to bike rack looking at bikes. They were contacted and it was determined that neither was a student, nor did they have a reason for being on campus. Both were trespassed from the GU campus. One of the subjects reported an address in the 1000 block of East Sinto.
January 24
12:32 AM
GU Security responded to a call for assistance with a male subject who refused to leave Welch Hall when asked by an RA. The subject was gone when Security arrived. An investigation is pending.
8:12 AM
A Crimont resident reported an unknown subject kicked her vehicle, parked in the 500 block of East Sinto, at about 1:30 AM.
January 25
1:25 AM
GU Students living at an off-campus residence in the 800 block of East Mission reported a white male subject, 30 to 40 years of age, medium build, and wearing dark clothing attempting to open the rear screen door on the residence and then looking in a window. The subject fled when observed. SPD was contacted and completed a report.
1:58 AM
A GU Student living at an off-campus residence in the 1000 block of East Sinto reported the theft of a laptop from the residence between 1:30 AM and 1:58 AM (note the incident time and location above). The front door to the residence had been left unlocked. SPD was contacted and completed a report.
5:33 PM
A GU Student reported the theft of an Ipod and Ipod docking station from her residence in the 400 block of East Augusta between 10:00 PM on January 24 and 2:00 AM on January 25. The student reported that it was the only item known to be missing, though there were several other valuable items in the residence. It was believed that entry was gained through a first floor window.
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Posted by vansant
January 16, 2009
10:20 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident at the COG.
3:30 PM
GU Security was advised by the Spokane Police Department of a residential burglary in the 300 block of East Indiana. Several laptops and an Ipod were taken.
10:38 PM
GU Security responded to report of a kitchen storage room at Cataldo Hall that had been forced open. Nothing was believed to be missing.
January 18, 2009
12:09 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident at Kennedy.
1:12 AM
A GU Student reported that he was assaulted by subjects unknown at a party in the 400 block of East Mission. The student reported no injuries. The Spokane Police Department responded and investigated.
2:10 AM
GU Security and the Spokane Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at Dillon Hall. No fire was found.
January 19, 2009
9:27 AM
GU Security responded to a burglary alarm at the Music Annex. The alarm was activated by a faculty member arriving to teach classes.
January 20, 2009
A GU Student reported that the driver’s side rear window of her vehicle was broken and a bag with a small amount of cash and clothes taken sometime between January 18 at 7PM and January 19 at 1:30 PM while parked near Sinto and Columbus.
January 21, 2009
4:36 AM
GU Students residing in the 600 block of East Nora reported an unknown subject loudly knocking on their door and ringing their doorbell. The subject then attempted entry through a window, and ran when one of the residents yelled. The Spokane Police Department responded but did not locate the subject, who was last seen running west from the residence. The subject is believed to have confused this residence with another in which he knew the residents.
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Posted by vansant
At about 3:30 PM today, a residential burglary occurred in the 300 block of East Indiana. A white male, about 40 years of age, thin build, wearing a dark jacket and hat forced open a side door and went from room to room targeting electronic items like laptops and Ipods. The Spokane Police Department arrived within minutes of the incident, but did not locate the subject.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYYnyhKvqXY[/youtube]
Watch the video and check out this link to a home security checklist to see what all of us can do to better secure our homes.
Did you know Campo has a crime prevention specialist? For information on any crime prevention issue, simply call 313-3998.
Report crimes and suspicious persons immediately – call 911 first, then call GU Security at 313-2222!
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Posted by vansant
Wednesday, January 14
2:10 PM
GU Security assisted in a search of a GU-owned residence.
4:40 PM
A GU Law Student reported the theft of items from his vehicle parked on Cincinnati Avenue near the Centennial Trail sometime between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM today. There was no indication of forced entry.
7:08 PM
A GU Law Student reported the theft of his 1994 Acura from the Law School parking lot sometime between 8:50 AM and 6:15 PM today. A police report was filed.
Note: the 10 cars most frequently stolen in Washington State are:
1992 Honda Accord
1995 Honda Civic
1989 Toyota Camry
1994 Acura Integra
1993 Saturn SL
1994 Nissan Sentra
1988 Toyota Pickup
1995 Nissan Pathfinder
1993 Subaru Legacy
1994 Jeep Cherokee/Grand Cherokee
Source: http://watpa.waspc.org/info.html
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Posted by vansant
Friday, January 9
9:10 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
12:48 PM
GU Security escorted a disruptive person from the Foley Library.
Monday, January 12
8:50 AM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
2:30 PM
A GU Student reported damage to her vehicle while it was parked in the 1000 block of East Desmet during winter break.
2:49 PM
GU Security responded to a medical incident.
Wednesday, January 14
12:36 AM
GU Security responded to a burglar alarm at Music Annex. Nothing was found.
6:57 AM
GU Security responded to a burglar alarm at the Jepson Computer Labs. Nothing was found.
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Posted by vansant
Following a record-setting month of snow, Gonzaga Grounds crews have made an outstanding effort to clear parking spaces for the return of classes next Tuesday. However, there will be significantly fewer parking spaces than normally available until all the snow melts. Students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to:
· Carpool with others or have someone drop you off if you can.
· Utilize public transit. For those who live off campus, there are several different buses that serve the GU campus. Only a dollar a ride and no traffic to hassle with!
· Follow parking guidelines. You still need to follow the rules, and we will still be writing tickets.
· Park smart. If you’re not sure it’s a parking space, don’t park there. If your car blocks others in, we will have it moved to the South Trent lot and you will be responsible for the expense of moving it.
· Walk safe. Watch for icy spots and report especially hazardous areas to Security at 313-2222.
· Practice patience. We’re all in this together.
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