Campus Security & Public Safety

A GU Student reported she was inappropriately touched during last Friday’s Highlighter Dance at Cataldo Hall. The student reported that an unknown person groped her from behind while she was on the dance floor. Because she could not identify the person responsible, she did not contact Campus Security or Spokane Police at the time. She later reported the assault to a member of the Sexual Assault Resource Team (SART).

The Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) is a group of Gonzaga staff and faculty who volunteer their time serving as a support and resource person for students who report sexual misconduct including sexual assault.  SART First Responders provide a personal response for students reporting sexual misconduct as well as resources and guidance. A SART member is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  They can be reached by calling the University Switchboard at 328-4220 (ext. 0 from on campus). SART First Responders can help you talk through all of the resources available. You do not have to give your name if you do not want to.

If any community member has information regarding this assault, we encourage you to contact Campus Security or a member of the SART team at 313-2222. You can also file an anonymous report through GU Silent Witness.  Gonzaga University encourages all persons who experience crimes and suspicious incidents to make a report with the University or Spokane Police at the time the incident occurs.

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September 7

A GU Student reported the theft of her bike from Coughlin Hall sometime between August 27 and September 6. The bike was secured with a U-Lock.

September 6

A GU Student reported the theft of his bike from the Boone Apartments sometime between 9:00 PM on September 3 and 11:00 PM on September 4. The bike was secured with a U-Lock.

September 5

At 12:28 AM on September 5, a Spokane Police Officer contracted by Gonzaga observed two male subjects on campus acting suspiciously. The subjects ran when she attempted to contact them, dropping a backpack which was later found to include bolt cutters and other burglary tools. Both subjects were later found and arrested for possession of burglary tools. One of the subjects was taken to jail on a felony warrant.  Both subjects were also identified as suspects in an earlier bike theft caught on video at Martin Centre.

September 4

A GU Staff member reported the theft of his bike from Martin Centre sometime between Noon and 12:30 PM on September 4 . The bike was not secured.

A GU Student reported that her vehicle was broken into between 10:00 PM on September 3 and 1:00 AM on September 4 while parked in the 400 block of East Mission. A handbag containing identification, credit cards, and cash was taken.

September 3

A GU Student reported the theft of his bike from Coughlin Hall sometime between 6:00 PM on September 2 and 4:00 PM on September 3. The bike had been secured with a U-Lock.

A GU Student reported his bike taken from the bike rack at Jepson Center sometime between 8:00 AM and 8:50 AM on September 3. The bike was secured with a cable lock. 

 A GU student reported his bike missing from the area in which he hid it near Chardin between 6:15 PM and 9:30 PM on September 1. The bike was not secured.

A GU Student reported the theft of parts from her bike between 7:20 PM and 11:30 PM on September 2.

September 1

A GU Student reported the theft of stereo equipment from his vehicle while it was parked in the 900 block of East Sinto between noon on August 31 and 8:45 AM on September 1.

August 31

A GU Student reported that a GPS unit was taken from his vehicle while parked in the alley south of the 600 block of East Indiana between 8:00 PM and 10:30 PM on August 30. There was no sign of forced entry.

A GU Student reported the theft of his bike from the Herak bike rack sometime between 11:00 Am and noon on August 31. The bike was not secured.

August 30

A GU Student reported his bike was taken from the bike rack at River Inn sometime between 11:00 PM on August 29 and 4 PM on August 30. The bike was secured with a chain.

A GU Student reported her bike was taken from the bike rack at Twohy sometime between August 29 at 1:00 PM and August 30 at 3:00 PM. The cable lock securing the bike to the rack had been cut.

A GU Student reported his bike taken from a stairwell railing at Corkery sometime between August 30 at 1:30 AM and 10:00 AM. The cable lock securing the bike to the railing had been cut.

A GU Student reported his bike taken from the bike rack on the north side of Martin Centre sometime between 5:15 PM and 6:30 PM on August 29. The cable lock securing the bike to the rack had been cut.

August 25

A GU Student reported his bike taken from the bike rack under Coughlin Hall sometime between 4 PM on August 22 and 10:00 AM on August 24.  The cable lock securing the bike to the rack had been cut.

3 bikes reported stolen today; all had cable locks that are easy to cut. Get your U-Locks at the Campo office at Welch for $20!

Unfortunately, not very hard.

August 24

Three male students were assaulted at about 1:40 AM in the 900 block of East Mission. The students reported that four males believed to be non-students assaulted them in the Safeway parking lot, punching and kicking them.  The students were able to get away and call Spokane Police and Campus Security.   The non-students are described to be a white male and 3 African-American males in a white 1990s sedan. The students were treated for injuries at a local hospital and released.

August 22

A GU Student reported that her friend’s vehicle was broken into while parked in the 400 block of East Mission between 4 AM and 4 PM on August 22. A laptop and camera were taken. There was no sign of forced entry. The Spokane Police Department was contacted.

An off-campus residential burglary was reported to GU Security. GU students reported that someone entered their residence in the 400 block of East Augusta while they were away between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM on August 21. There was no sign of forced entry. Laptops, Ipods, checkbooks, and cash were taken.

August 20

An off-campus residential burglary was reported to GU Security. The burglary occurred in the 1000 block of East Sinto sometime between 1:30 AM and 9:10 AM on August 20, while residents of the house were sleeping.  Several electronic items were taken, including items from one of the rooms where a resident was sleeping. There was no sign of forced entry. The Spokane Police Department was contacted.

Three male students were assaulted at about 1:40 AM this morning in the 900 block of East Mission. The students reported that four males believed to be non-students assaulted them in the Safeway parking lot, punching and kicking them.  The students were able to get away and call Spokane Police and Campus Security.   The non-students are described to be a white male and 3 African-American males in a white 1990s sedan. The students were treated for injuries at a local hospital and released.

Gonzaga community members are reminded of the following safety tips:

• If you have to walk, do so in groups especially after dark. Try to use well-lit, busy routes. Be aware of your surroundings.
• Utilize Saferide if you need a ride back to your residence from an off-campus location: call 568-8000.
• Utilize Security escorts to travel across campus: 313-2222.
• Report suspicious persons or circumstances immediately to GU Security (313-2222) or SPD (911).
• Once you are in safe place, report all crimes immediately to police at 911 and GU Security at 313-2222.

To learn more about Gonzaga Campus Public Safety & Security, including information about incidents on campus and in the neighborhood and ways that you can stay safe and protect your property, visit  http://blogs.gonzaga.edu/campo/

John VanSant
Director, Campus Public Safety & Security vansant@gonzaga.edu
509.313.3996

Welcome Freshman Students & Parents! To help make your move to GU a little easier, here are some recommendations for best accessing your residence hall:

DeSmet/Welch:

From Hamilton:  If south bound, turn right onto Desmet.  If driving north bound, turn left onto Desmet.  Continue towards campus and stop at the temporary stop sign which will be manned by Security Personnel.  Tell the Officer either “DeSmet” or “Welch” and you will be instructed to continue west bound to the next controlled check point.  After stopping again, that Officer will direct you to your desired destination. 

From south bound Cincinnati:  Stop at the temporary stop sign and tell the Security Officer which dorm you need.  You will then be directed to turn right onto Desmet and proceed to the next controlled street closure.  After stopping again, that Officer will direct you to your desired destination. 

Madonna/Catherine-Monica:

From Hamilton:  If south bound, turn right onto Desmet.  If driving north bound, turn left onto Desmet.  Continue towards campus and stop and the temporary stop sign that will be positioned in the center of the roadway.  A Staff member will approach you and ask which Dorm building you desire.  After advising either Madonna or Catherine/Monica, you will be instructed to turn left onto Cincinnati and proceed until met by another staff member who will then assist you to the proper unloading areas.

From south bound Cincinnati:  Stop at the temporary stop sign and tell the assigned Officer which Dorm, (Madonna or Catherine/Monica), you desire.  They will direct you to continue, after a slight jog in the roadway, on Cincinnati until met by another staff member who will then assist you to the proper unloading areas.

Coughlin Hall:

From south bound Hamilton:  Drive past the University to Spokane Falls Blvd and turn right.  Proceed one block to Cincinnati and turn right again, (Patterson Baseball Complex will be on the corner).  Continue up Cincinnati until met by a Security Staff Member.  After advising him that you are assigned to Coughlin Hall, you will be instructed to turn right into the Coughlin Hall Parking Lot to unload. 

If for some chance you enter Cincinnati from the north, (at Desmet), immediately advise the staff member that you need to get to Coughlin Hall and you will be allowed, traffic permitting, to continue south bound on Cincinnati.  Once you reach Coughlin Hall, advise the Security Staff Member at that location, that you are assigned there and need to unload.  You will then be allowed to make a right turn into the parking/unloading area.

 Please Note:  To expedite the move-in process on campus, Cincinnati Street from Desmet to Lower Kennedy Road will be restricted to southbound “one-way” traffic only.  To alleviate being “stuck” in traffic from the other dorms, it is advisable for Coughlin residents only, to access the area by utilizing the southern most portion of Cincinnati from Spokane Falls Blvd.  That portion of the road will remain open throughout the day, to normal north and south bound vehicle travel.

A map of campus is available here: http://www.gonzaga.edu/Student-Life/Campus-Public-Safety-and-Security/files/CampusParking2009.pdf

An off-campus residential burglary was reported to GU Security this morning. 

The burglary occurred in the 1000 block of East Sinto sometime between 1:30 AM and 9:10 AM this morning, while residents of the house were sleeping.  Several electronic items were taken, including items from one of the rooms where a resident was sleeping. There was no sign of forced entry. 

Here 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 all crimes immediately. 911.

*         Report suspicious persons and activities immediately. 911. 

If you encounter a subject in your residence, do not attempt to confront them. Go to a safe place and call 911.

For more information regarding off-campus safety, visit the Gonzaga Off-Campus Living guide at: http://www.gonzaga.edu/student-life/Off-Campus-Living/OffCampusGuide.pdf

August 12th

9:40 AM

GU Security took a report of graffiti that was found on the ROTC trailer in the College Hall Parking lot.  An orange peace symbol had been spray painted on it.

7:56 PM

GU Security responded to the Foley library in reference to some trespassers. 

10:30 PM

GU Security responded to the Foley library in reference to a GU student’s computer being stolen out of the study lounge.  The student called after he saw a white male leave the lounge with his computer after the student left it unattended for approximately 3 minutes.

August 14th

7:53 AM

GU Security took a report of graffiti that occurred at several locations on campus.  Unknown person(s) spray painted orange elephant heads at academic buildings and resident halls between 12:00 AM and 7:53 AM on August 14th.

This subject entered the Zag Shop in Kennedy on August 11th and entered a staff member’s office.  The subject is thought to be responsible for the theft of a purse from that office.  He initially entered campus property via a small BMX type bike with a blue frame.

The subject is wearing an Eastern Eagles hat, large black backpack, plaid shirt and shorts, white shoes.  He may be wearing clear glasses, has brown hair with medium length sideburns, and possible facial hair.

If you have any information that would help us in this investigation, please contact GU Security at 313-2222.  If you would like to remain anonymous and may know who this person is, please use the following link:  http://www.gonzaga.edu/Student-Life/Campus-Public-Safety-and-Security/ReportingCrime/Silent-Witness-Form.asp 

Person of interest possibly involved in theft of purse.

August 10th

1:34 AM

GU Security and the Spokane Fire Department responded to a GU owned apartment building in reference to a medical incident.

12:20 PM

GU Security responded to the 200 block of E Sinto in reference to the report of a stolen bike.  A GU student cable-locked her bike to her patio on 080910 at 10:00 PM and found the bike and lock missing on 081010 at 9:00 AM.

12:20 PM

GU Security and the Spokane Police Department responded to the 200 block of E Sinto in reference to a GU student finding the door to her residence wide open.  The student stated that the door had been secured when she left on 081010 at 9:15 AM and found it standing open later at 12:15 PM.  Nobody was found inside and nothing appeared to be missing.

August 7th

7:45 AM

A GU student reported finding her own stolen 1997 Subaru Outback in an alley near her residence in the 900 block of E Sinto.  The vehicle had been stolen from her residence between 080610 at 3:30 PM and 080710 at 7:15 AM.

August 9th

1:10 AM

GU Security and the Spokane Police Department responded to a GU student’s residence in the 1300 block of N Superior in reference to a suspicious person.  The student saw a man in her yard and when she called out to him and asked who he was, he started walking toward her window.  The unknown male left prior to Security and Law Enforcement showing up.

Gonzaga University requires all vehicles (including motorcycles) parking on University property to be registered with Campus Public Safety and Security and to display a valid campus parking permit.  Parking permit sales for the 2010-2011 Academic Year begin August 6, 2010.  Parking permits may be purchased online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/GUSEC01

You will need your vehicle license plate and Gonzaga ID number! If you do not know your student ID # you may contact the Registrar’s office 509-313-6592.  Print out a copy of your reciept and bring it with you to the Security Office at Welch Hall to pick up your permit.

Campus Public Safety and Security/Parking Services 509-313-6147
Business Office Hours 9-4 Monday-Friday
1117 N. Dakota at Welch Hall

August 2nd

12:44 PM

GU Security and the Spokane Police Department responded to the area of the Centennial Trail and the Kardon Bridge in reference to a recovered stolen John Deere Gator from the Patterson Field storage area.  It is unknown when the Gator was taken.

August 3rd

11:01 AM

GU Security responded to the Foley library in reference to an attempted bike theft that had occurred at the bike rack in front of the building.  The bike’s owner saw a white male with a full face motorcycle helmet on attempting to cut the cable lock off of the bike.  The owner chased the man toward the south side of the building but lost him.

August 5th

10:53 AM

GU Security responded to the Law School parking lot in reference to a baseball that had hit the windshield of a 2006 Mitsubishi.

1:52 PM

GU Security received a report of malicious mischief from a Law School student.  The student stated that sometime between 9:00 AM and 1:50 PM, unknown person(s) “keyed” the shape of a “V” on the hood of his 2003 Honda.  This is the second time his car has been vandalised.

Two off-campus residential burglaries and an attempted burglary were reported to GU Security in the past few days.

One burglary occurred in the 300 block of East Nora sometime between midnight and 1:30 AM on July 31st. In this case a laptop and purse were taken. Entry was believed to have been made through an unlocked window while residents and their guests were upstairs.

The other occurred in the 1000 block of East Sinto sometime between midnight and 1:00 AM on July 30^th, while a resident was of the house was sleeping.  A Mac Book and Ipod were taken. There was no sign of forced entry.

The attempted burglary occurred at a GU-owned rental house in the 1000 block of East Boone sometime between 9:00 PM on July 30th and 1:00 AM on July 31^st. In this case it appears that someone attempted to kick in the door of the unoccupied residence causing damage to the frame, but failing to gain entry.

 Here 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.

*         If you encounter a subject in your residence, do not attempt to confront them. Go to a safe place and call 911.

*         Report all crimes immediately. 911.

*         Report suspicious persons and activities immediately. 911.

July 30th

2:30 PM

GU Security responded to the area of the 200 block of E Sharp in reference to suspicious people.  A white male and white female were seen trying to open the doors at a GU owned apartment building.  They left in an older red 4-door Jeep.

2:44 PM

GU Security responded to the 400 block of E Augusta in reference to a suspicious person/vehicle.  A white male was seen on the property and got into a newer red 4-door sedan that was parked in the alley.

7:50 PM

GU Security responded to a the back of College Hall in reference to a non-student medical incident.

July 31st

1:25 AM

GU Security and the Spokane Police Department responded to the 1000 block of E Boone in reference to an attempted burglary of an GU student’s residence.  The student stated that damage to his door and door frame happened between 073010 at 9:00 PM and when he returned on 073110 at 1:00 AM.  A large muddy footprint was seen on the front of the door.

11:52 PM

GU Security and men’s basketball camp staff responded to a GU owned Resident Hall in reference to a medical incident.

GU Security received a report that a residence in the 1000 block of East Sinto was burglarized sometime between midnight and 1 AM this morning. While residents were sleeping, an unknown person or persons entered the residence and took several items including a laptop and Ipod. There was no sign of forced entry.

Here 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.