Criminal Behavior Quick Reference |
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Everyone on campus is asked to assist in providing a safe environment by being alert to suspicious behavior and promptly reporting the situation to Campus Safety & Security. Violent or criminal behavior may include but is not limited to, physical assault, sexual assault, theft, vandalism, and workplace violence.
Response
Report all violence, criminal acts, and suspicious behavior promptly to the Police at 911 and Campus Safety & Security at Daytona: 386-226-7233(SAFE) or Prescott: 928-777-3739.
If you are the victim, observe a criminal act, or observe suspicious people on campus, immediately notify the Police Department at 911 and Campus Safety & Security at 386-226-7233 (SAFE) in Daytona or 928-777-3739 in Prescott from a safe area to report the incident, including the following:
- Your name.
- Nature of the incident.
- Location, date, and time of the incident.
- Description of person(s) involved.
- Description of property involved.
- If there are weapons involved.
- Description and license of any vehicles involved. Note direction of travel.
Do not approach or attempt to apprehend the person(s) involved. Stay on the phone with the police dispatcher until the police arrive and provide additional information, as it becomes available or as the situation changes. Try to remain out of sight, act cautiously, and be concerned with your personal safety. Provide additional information assistance upon request from responding emergency personnel.
Property Crime / Theft / Vandalism Response:
- Go to a safe place and notify Campus Safety & Security at 386-226-7233(SAFE) or Prescott: 928-777-3739.
- Do not touch anything.
- Meet with the officer at the location the officer requests.
- Explain to the officer everything you observed, including telling the officer if you touched or moved anything. Follow the officer's instructions.
Violent/Personal Crime Response:
- As soon as possible get to a safe place and call 911 and Campus Safety & Security at Daytona: 386-226-7233(SAFE) or Prescott: 928-777-3739. Advise the police of the nature of the incident, location, if medical assistance is needed, and a description of the person(s) involved. Follow medical emergencies procedures if immediate medical assistance is required.
- Be observant, as the more information you can provide, the better the chance the criminal will be apprehended.
- If a crime is being committed upon you, you will need to decide your personal course of action. Contact Campus Safety & Security at 386-226-7233 (SAFE) for a Crime Prevention/Safety presentation.
- Meet with the officer and follow his/her instructions.
Sexual Assault Response:
- The victim should call 911 or Campus Safety & Security at 386-226-7233(SAFE) or Prescott: 928-777-3739 and report the assault as soon as possible.
- Will the victim consider seeking medical attention? If yes, available area options are Halifax Hospital, ERAU Health Services, or a private physician. Seeking medical attention does not require filing charges in order for evidence to be collected. Individuals must indicate that an alleged sexual assault has taken place within the first 72 hours. Their signature is required on Authorization for Release of Information and Evidence to a Law Enforcement Agency. This means the Agency will store evidence for six months to allow individual to make a decision whether they will or will not press charges.
- To press charges, contact the Police Department,(911), or Campus Safety & Security at Daytona: 386-226-7233(SAFE) or Prescott: 928-777-3739. All reported criminal incidents will be investigated by the appropriate authorities.
Workplace Violence Response
- Call 911 and Campus Safety & Security at 386-226-7233(SAFE) or Prescott: 928-777-3739 from a safe location. Inform of situation and if medical assistance is required. State location of incident, person(s) involved, weapons involved, and other requested information.
- Leave area if safe to do so following Evacuation Procedures. Attempt to secure the affected area while evacuating to prevent others from entering.
- If unable to safely evacuate, find a safe location inside away from the violence.
Resources
The following are some resources that are available to the victim for post incident counseling and/or guidance as requested:
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