Annual Security & Fire Safety Guide 2010-11
U C F P O L I C E D E PA R T M E N T UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA • ORLANDO, FLORIDA
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UCF College of Medicine at Lake Nona
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Campus Security Act and Campus Fire Safety and Statistics
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Mission, Values, Vision and Goals
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UCF ALERT
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Voluntary Confidential Reporting
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Access to University Facilities
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Reporting Criminal Incidents and Other Emergencies
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Specialty Units
10 Community Relations and Services 11
Advocate Services
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Sex Offenses
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The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act
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Office of Student Conduct
13 Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention and Intervention Services 13 REAL Project-AOD Peer Educators 14 Reporting Hate Crimes 15
Missing Persons From On–Campus Housing
16 Residence Hall Safety 18
Emergency Fire Procedures at Pegasus Landing and Pegasus Pointe
22 Fire Safety Report 25 Crime Statistics 29 Safety in the Workplace 29 Ten Keys to Prevent Auto Burglary and Theft
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our hometown university has taken deliberate and specific measures to ensure that you enjoy the best possible campus environment. These efforts have made UCF a comfortable and welcoming place for students, faculty and staff members, and visitors.
UCF employs fully sworn professional law enforcement officers who are commissioned to protect our lives and property and to preserve the peace on our campus. These officers participate in all of UCF’s crime prevention efforts, and they maintain cooperative relationships with the law enforcement agencies in our neighboring cities and counties to ensure our safety. But we also need your help. Please read and follow the suggestions in this guide so that, together, we can prevent crime in our community and make UCF a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.
John C. Hitt President
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THE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA POLICE DEPARTMENT he UCF Police Department provides professional law enforcement services and crime prevention assistance to maintain and promote human safety and the security of property for the UCF campus and its associated locations. The department facilitates
the achievement of the academic, research, and public service mission of the university through its safety and security programs, the protection of individual rights, and reducing fear of crime. The UCF Police Department grows with the needs of an expanding metropolitan research university. The UCF Police Department provides services for students, faculty and staff members, and more than a half–million visitors each year. These services are presented by a well-trained, well-equipped, and professional law enforcement agency. This Annual Report and Safety Guide is our way of increasing communication on crime prevention and awareness. We also provide educational programs to increase the community’s knowledge and safety as it relates to police services.
Richard Beary Chief of Police
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CA M P U S S E CURI T Y ACT AND CAM PU S F I RE SAF E T Y AND STAT I ST I C S The Campus Security Act requires colleges and universities to: •P ublish an annual report by October 1 that contains three years of campus crime and fire statistics and certain campus security policies and fire prevention statements. •D isclose crime statistics for campus, public areas immediately adjacent to or running through the campus, and non-campus facilities and remote classrooms. •P rovide timely warning to the campus community on crimes considered to be a threat to students and employees.
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•P ublish on campus housing fire statistics and fire drills from the previous year •C ompile, prepare and distribute this report by working with local law enforcement and other university officials who have “significant responsibility for student and campus activities.” Fire Statistics are provided by Orange County Fire and Rescue. Members of the UCF community are encouraged to use this report as a guide for safe practices on and off campus. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Guide is published by the UCF Police Department and is available online at police.ucf.edu. For a printed copy, please visit the UCF Police Department on Libra Drive.
M issi on, ValueS, Vision & Goals Mission The University of Central Florida Police Department provides high-quality, professional crime prevention, protection, and law enforcement services to maintain and promote human safety and the security of property for the UCF campus and its associated locations. The department facilitates the achievement of the academic, research, and public service mission of the university through its safety and security programs, the protection of individual rights, and reducing the fear of crime. he mission is accomplished through the direct T provision of traditional law enforcement and emergency services, and the design and delivery of proactive educational, outreach and crime prevention programs for a broad and diverse campus community. he UCF Police Department provides services, T develops programs, and trains its sworn and civilian staff members with sensitivity to the unique concerns of the university community.
Values In carrying out its stated mission, all members of the department strive to embrace the following core values:
Goals • I ncrease police coverage for the university community by expanding programs currently offered and adding new services as required. • Increase communications by routinely publishing information on crime prevention and awareness, and by providing educational programs to increase the community’s knowledge and safety as it relates to police services. • Meet the challenges of maintaining and improving law enforcement services by aggressively seeking, employing and retaining high-quality law enforcement professionals. • Continually train all officers to be knowledgeable of current laws and procedures. •E nsure that the department’s members represent the constituency it serves and does not discriminate. •M aintain and upgrade communications, alarm and surveillance systems, patrol vehicles, and other police equipment needed to effectively provide comprehensive police service.
• Accept responsibility for our actions. • Exhibit respect for the individual. •M aintain open lines of communication within the community and the department. •E nsure fairness to those we serve and with whom we work. • Demonstrate a commitment to excellence. • Solve problems in the community. •D emonstrate sensitivity to differing points of view.
Vision he UCF Police Department will grow with the T needs of an expanding metropolitan university. The UCF Police Department will augment services for commuting students and students residing on campus. Through continued documentation, review and planning, the department will be cognizant of services that are required by the university. Those services will be provided by a well-trained, well-equipped and professional law enforcement department.
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CF will make reasonable efforts to provide notification about emergencies and natural or man-made disasters affecting the university. Each individual who has the authority to activate the UCF Alert system has the responsibility of ensuring that it is activated primarily for life safety situations, and is not used for routine notifications. UCF will, without delay and taking into account the safety of the community, determine the content of the notification, and initiate the notification system, unless issuing a notification will, in the professional judgment of responsible authorities, compromise efforts to assist a victim or to contain, respond to, or otherwise mitigate the emergency. emergency.ucf.edu What is UCF Alert? UCF Alert is a multi-media communications system that provides timely and accurate information about emergency situations that could impact the university. The goal is to help keep the campus safe and informed during an emergency. The UCF Office of Emergency Management, the UCF Police Department and UCF News & Information determine which communications tools will be used during an emergency. These entities work together to provide timely and accurate information to the UCF community. UCF Alert features several communications tools, including e-mails, text messages, Web updates, social media, sirens and more. Generally, e-mails and text messages will be used only for events that present an imminent danger to the campus community or that will significantly impact university operations. UCF understands that some UCF Alert recipients may be charged for receiving text messages, and, therefore, will use text messages judiciously. Examples of situations in which text messages and e-mails might be sent include, but are not limited to, bomb threats, chemical spills, significant traffic or parking issues, and extreme weather alerts. At all times, the best source for official news and information is the UCF website, ucf.edu. The site will be updated during an emergency, as information becomes available. For questions about UCF Alert and how it is used, contact the UCF Office of Emergency Management at 407-823-6300. PRIMARY NOTIFICATIONS These are the primary and immediate ways campus community members will be notified about an emergency on campus:
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UCF Emergency Home Page (ucf.edu): The UCF home page will become the UCF Emergency home page during a major emergency and will provide updates, instructions and information to the UCF community. Outdoor Sirens (Giant Voice and Speaker Sirens): There are four outdoor sirens on campus. These sirens will produce a tone followed by a voice message. SMS Text Messaging: If you did not opt-out, you will receive a text message on your cell phone with specific instructions. E-Mail: If you did not opt-out, you will receive an e-mail to any e-mail account provided on your emergency contact information. If you do not have an e-mail address, sign up for a free Knight’s e-mail account. (Sign up or update your emergency contact information now.) NOAA Weather Radios: UCF has National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) programmable weather radios distributed throughout campus. In the event of severe weather, these radios will automatically sound with the appropriate warning message. SECONDARY NOTIFICATIONS These are other options UCF may use to keep the campus community informed of current events regarding an emergency on campus. Individual or all systems will be used depending on the scale and size of the emergency. UCF Main Phone Line, 407-823-2000: Recorded messages of current events and instructions will be posted here. Two-Way Radios: Employees on campus who utilize two-way radios for routine business (police, facilities operations, housing) will also receive alerts and warnings via their radios from their home office. Vehicle Public Address Speaker: When an isolated or targeted message may be required, university vehicles equipped with public address speakers (i.e. UCF Police) may utilize this method. Media Release or Press Conference: Depending on the nature and severity of the emergency, the local media may post breaking news or periodic updates regarding an emergency at UCF. Radio (89.9 WUCF): Depending on the nature and severity of the emergency, WUCF and local radio news stations may carry live breaking news or periodic updates regarding an emergency on campus. Their websites may also carry live streaming audio, audio clips or text updates. Facebook: Keep up with what is going on campus and also receive emergency notifications. facebook.com/ucf
Twitter: Keep up with what is going on campus and also receive emergency notifications. twitter.com/ucf The UCF Office of Emergency Management is always working to find additional ways to notify the campus of an emergency, so stay tuned. What should I do when I receive an emergency notification? This will depend on the message that you receive, where you are at the time, and the emergency situation. If you are on campus and hear or receive the following, please obey these directions: Lockdown or Shelter-In-Place, Tornado or Severe Thunderstorm: Seek shelter immediately in the nearest hardened building, away from doors and windows. All Clear: The campus is deemed safe by all emergency personnel. Return to normal business or follow instructions provided by the university or emergency responders. Tests: UCF will conduct tests of the UCF Alert system. The campus community will be notified of these tests ahead of time. No actions are required. The following university personnel have the authority to activate and de-activate the UCF Alert system:
• Associate Vice President for Administration & Finance (Facilities & Safety) • Chief of Police • Deputy Chief of Police • Director of Environmental Health & Safety • Emergency Management Coordinator • Police Dispatch Supervisor • Police Supervisor on Duty • President • Provost and Executive Vice President • Vice President for Administration & Finance
N O T E If you are off campus and receive a UCF Alert, remain off campus and visit ucf.edu for updates and the current status of the university.
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The UCF Police Department’s new headquarters opened October 2010.
Voluntary Confidential Reporting UCF has several methods for individuals to report crimes and other serious incidents on a voluntary and confidential basis. If you are the victim of a crime and do not wish to pursue action within the university system or the criminal justice system, you may still want to consider making a confidential report. With such information, the university can keep an accurate record of the number of incidents involving students, determine where there is a pattern of crime with regard to a particular location, method or assailant, and alert the campus community to potential danger. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in the annual crime statistics for the institution. Access to University Facilities University facilities are well-maintained and in the interest of the students, faculty and staff members, security is given considerable attention. Many cultural and athletic events held in university facilities are open to the public. Other facilities, such as the bookstore, libraries and cafeterias, are also open to the public. Access to academic and administrative facilities on campus is generally limited to students, employees and visitors for the purpose of study, work, teaching and conducting other university business. Campus Safety Alert/Crime Alert Bulletin The university relies upon its close, working relationships with local law enforcement agencies to receive information about incidents involving UCF students, UCF police officers actively investigate any crime tip received. When notified of incidents involving a campus community member, a Campus Safety Alert/ 8
Crime Alert Bulletin is released, detailing the incident and providing tips for others to avoid similar situations. In addition, the UCF Police Department has a mutual aid agreement with the Orange and Seminole County Sheriff’s Department and the Oviedo Police Department—that provides for corporation and assistance in emergency situations.
Reporting Criminal Incidents and Other Emergencies All students, employees and guests should promptly report crimes in progress, life and death situations, and crashes with injuries to 911. Specify your location if you are calling from your cell phone. Stay on the line until the dispatcher locates your jurisdiction and tells you to hang up. All other police business (crimes over with, suspicious persons, questions, etc.) may be directed to the UCF Police Department by phone at 407-823-5555, or in person at the main headquarters located on Libra Drive (bldg 150).
Specialty Units K-9 Unit—Assist in the detection of unwanted substances such as bomb materials or illegal drugs, and are state certified for tracking. A demonstration may be requested for your organization via the UCF Police Department website police.ucf.edu. Emergency Response Team (ERT)—Respond to emergency threats (active shooters), serve high-risk search and arrest warrants, and are highly trained in special weapons and tactics.
Community Service Officers (CSOs)—Highly trained, unarmed, non-sworn officers assigned to the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management, the UCF College of Medicine at Lake Nona, and the main campus. CSOs can take reports for misdemeanor crimes, investigate minor traffic crashes, provide escorts, and respond to injured or ill persons and other minor incidents.
Investigators—Conduct follow-up investigations on police reports completed by the patrol division.
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Law Enforcement Analyst/Crime Mapping—Develop tactical and strategic plans for addressing crime, developing and disseminating criminal intelligence bulletins, and supporting law enforcement investigative personnel with tasks associated with crime detection.
You are strongly encouraged to file a formal
Forensic Technician—Document, photograph and collect evidence at crime scenes and are responsible for the proper management, maintenance and dissemination of all evidence, safe keeping of property, and lost and found property.
police report; however, to remain confidential you may make an anonymous report to UCF Victim Services at 407-823-5555.
N O T E The UCF Police Department patrols the campus by car, motorcycle, bicycle, ATV and foot.
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Co mmunity Relations & Services Safe Escort Patrol Service (SEPS) Under the control of the UCF Police Department, this service provides free safe passage for students, faculty and staff members, and visitors who need to cross the main campus after dark. Call 407-823-2424 during business hours of Sunday—Thursday, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., for an escort. After regular business hours, call 407-823-5555 for a main campus escort or call 407-903-8060 for a Rosen College escort. All SEPS personnel receive a full background check before becoming employed by the UCF Police Department. Operation ID/Property Registration The UCF Police Department offers free engraving of your valuables with your driver’s license number. This helps assist the police in recovering property that is lost or stolen. Property Registration, another free service, provides students, and faculty and staff members with a way to record their valuables make, model, value, color and serial number. If any of the valuables are stolen, this information is needed to place the item in a national database, which will help in the recovery and return of your property. Physical Security Analysis Community Relations Officers are state-certified crime prevention practitioners who provide evaluations of buildings and departments to help make the campus safer. Departments can request an evaluation by calling during business hours Monday–Friday.
Bicycle Impoundment Bikes are popular at UCF. The UCF Police Department tries to keep the number of abandoned or non-working bikes to a minimum, so students who ride their bikes have a place to park. Throughout the year, the UCF Police Department and designated personnel tag bikes that appear to be abandoned (rusty chains, flat tire, etc.) for a minimum of five days. If the tagged bikes aren’t removed and repaired within five days, the bike may be impounded. Once impounded, the bike may be auctioned in 30 days. Proceeds from bike auctions go to student scholarships and loans. For more information about bike safety, visit http://www.police.ucf.edu/ BicycleSafety.html. Bikes that are illegally parked (locked to anything other than a bike rack) can be impounded at any time. To retrieve a bike that was illegally parked, call the UCF Police Department at 407-823-5555 during normal business hours. There is a $20 impound fee for retrieval. Fingerprinting SERVICES Job applicants that require a set of fingerprints or prospective American citizens may get fingerprinted at the UCF Police Department by the Records section. Students and faculty and staff members receive this service free. Others will be charged a $5 fee for the first card. Fingerprinting services are available Tuesday 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. and Wednesday 1 p.m.–3 p.m.
SAFE–Self Defense for Women SAFE courses are designed to provide information, teach tactics and offer women options to protect themselves. Instructors are UCF police officers trained by the National Self Defense Institute. They provide a real-world perspective and teach useful techniques for different kinds of crimes committed against women. Blue Light Phones Located throughout campus, these phones provide direct contact to the UCF Police Department dispatcher. They are located in every garage on every level and on poles around campus. They can be identified by the blue light on top of the box or pole. When the red button is activated the phone will contact the police department and the dispatcher will offer assistance. A police officer will be dispatched as needed. For more information and services and programs offered, please speak with a community relations officer during business hours. Some programs must have a three-week advance set up. Interviews for classes are by appointment only.
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For more information visit: police.ucf.edu
A dvo cate Services UCF Advocate Services is a unit of the UCF Police Department. As part of our extensive program, we provide options, advocacy and education to the UCF community. Our primary mission is the provision of advocacy services to victims. Advocate Services hosts special events to promote prevention awareness and provides educational programs for the classroom along with training programs for members of the UCF community. For UCF students interested in advocacy–related experience, we offer intern, volunteer and work study opportunities to eligible students. Mission Statement To collaborate with and empower organizations and individuals to eliminate violence in our community through advocacy, education and training. Advocate Services Are Free An advocate is available 24-hours-a-day to assist students and faculty and staff members who are survivors of crime, violence or abuse on or off campus. The victim advocate’s role is to provide survivors with support and information about all the options that are available to them. This will include reporting options, immediate safety and security, emergency shelter and nonemergency medical services. Awareness of all options allows victims to make informed decisions about what’s best for them. In addition to options, an advocate can provide crisis intervention, emotional support, practical assistance, criminal justice and UCF administrative support, and appropriate referrals to on- and off-campus agencies and resources.
You can reach an advocate by calling 407-823-5555 (UCF Police nonemergency line) and asking to speak with an advocate. You need only provide your first name and a safe contact number. The on–call advocate will be contacted immediately by the dispatcher and will return your call within a few minutes. A UCF advocate is always available to assist you with or without a police report. Sex Offenses If you are the survivor of a sexual battery, sexual assault, or date or acquaintance rape, and you do not wish to report immediately to law enforcement, help is available 24/7. An advocate can discuss all options, so survivors can make an informed decision and receive appropriate referrals and resources specifically related for this type of victimization. A UCF advocate is always available to assist you with or without a police report. Recommendations • Call for an advocate. • Consider filing a police report (recommended but not required). • Do not change your clothing. • Do not wash your body or clothes. • Do not alter or change the scene of the crime. THE CAMPUS SEX CRIMES PREVENTION ACT (Section 1601 of Public Law 106-386) is a federal law enacted on October 28, 2000, that provides for the tracking of convicted, registered sex offenders enrolled as students at institutions of higher education, or working or volunteering on campus. police.ucf.edu/sexoffenders
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Office of S tudent Conduct University Disciplinary Action The Office of Student Conduct, under the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR), coordinates all disciplinary proceedings involving sexual misconduct by students, as defined in The Golden Rule Student Handbook. Victims of sexual misconduct may report these incidents to the UCF Police Department at 407-823-5555, to the Office of Student Conduct at 407-823-4368, or to UCF Advocate Services at 407-823-2425. Students charged with violations of the Rules of Conduct as stated in The Golden Rule Student Handbook will be given notice of the charges and complaints against them and will be provided an opportunity to respond to these charges in a disciplinary hearing. Victims of sexual misconduct will be given the opportunity to offer comments regarding the sanctions imposed upon the charged student, should that student be found to have been in violation of university policies.
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When an alleged offender’s behavior poses a threat to the university community, the director of Student Rights and Responsibilities or designee may immediately suspend the student from the university on an interim basis until a hearing can be convened to either confirm or cancel that immediate interim suspension.
Complete information on the student disciplinary process can be found in The Golden Rule Student Handbook.
The alleged victim and the alleged offender will be given the opportunity to be accompanied by an adviser of their choice at the disciplinary hearing. Students found to have been in violation of the Rules of Conduct regarding sexual misconduct will be sanctioned in accordance with the alternatives as stated in the Disciplinary Sanctions section of The Golden Rule Student Handbook. These alternatives include disciplinary warning, disciplinary probation, suspension or expulsion from the university. University disciplinary proceedings may be held in instances involving alleged sexual misconduct, even when formal charges under state law are not brought in the state courts. By offering a wide range of services designed to assist as well as educate students in resolving their disputes, the OSRR combines Student Legal Services, Dispute Resolution Services, and the Office of Student Conduct. OSRR provides a forum that contributes to the individual growth and development of the student’s knowledge of community responsibility, due process, conflict resolution skills, and university conduct rules. Our resources are more effectively used by combining and referring within the judicial knowledge base that exists within these three services. For more information, call 407-823-6960.
A lco hol & Other Drug Prevention and Intervention Services The Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Prevention Programming Office offers a variety of health promotion services, including education, prevention, alcohol and other drug assessments/evaluations, shortterm interventions, and referrals. The office partners with other campus and community programs to create a healthy environment for students to study, work and play. Health promotion programs, activities and support services encourage individuals and groups to make low-risk, responsible choices that will enhance their personal and academic success at UCF.
• The state of Florida statutes declare it is unlawful for any person under the age of 21 to possess or consume alcoholic beverages. Consequently, no one under the legal drinking age may consume, distribute or possess alcohol on university properties, or as part of any university activity, unless they are employed under the provisions of statute 562.13. Please read the statute for more information.
• It is unlawful to sell, give, serve or permit alcohol to be served to anyone under the age of 21. Furthermore, servers can be held civilly liable for damage caused by underage drinkers to whom they provided alcoholic beverages.
• It is unlawful to be under the influence of, use, possess, distribute, sell, offer, agree or represent to sell narcotics, hallucinogens, dangerous drugs, or controlled substances, except when permitted by prescription or law. Violations of these laws are dealt with through the criminal courts and through the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Students found liable are subject not only to criminal prosecution, but also to administrative sanctions, including permanent expulsion from the university.
REAL Project-AOD Peer Educators Confidential screening and assessment is available for students who are interested in feedback regarding risk and protective factors associated with their selfreported AOD use. Students who have violated campus alcohol and other drug policies and/or have been referred for alcohol and other drug violations with law enforcement are also advised in our office.
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM DATE RAPE DRUGS •N ever leave your drink unattended. Date rape drugs can be slipped into any type of drink and they are colorless and odorless. • Do not accept drinks from strangers. • Watch bartenders pour your drink. •A ttend parties and bars with friends who will be with you throughout the event. •H ave your designated driver arranged before going out. The designated driver doesn’t consume any alcohol or illegal substances. • I f you think your drink has been tampered with, seek medical attention right away and request the hospital conduct a toxicology test.
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REP O RT I N G Hate C rimes All campuses and affiliated housing are required to report hate crimes by category of prejudice, geographic location, year the incident was reported, and category of crime (including any crime perpetrated on the basis of prejudice that results in bodily injury). For the years covered by this report (2007, 2008, 2009), UCF received three reports of crimes committed on the basis of prejudice. The following categories of crime statistics for the campus, certain non-campus properties, and certain public property areas which were reported to local police and campus security authorities must be disclosed for the most recent three calendar years.
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• Homicide. Murder & Non–negligent manslaughter, Negligent manslaughter, • Sex Crimes, Forcible & Non–forcible • Robbery • Aggravated Assault • Burglary • Motor Vehicle Theft • Arson • Larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction/damage/vandalism of property and any other crime involving bodily injury effective July 1, 2010
Hate crimes must also be reported by category of prejudice: • Race • Gender • Religion • Sexual Orientation • Ethnicity • Disability For the last three years the following hate crimes were reported • 2007–Race, resident, Intimidation, Pegasus Pointe • 2008–Religion, non–resident, Destruction/damage, Main Campus, vandalism of property • 2009–Ethnicity, resident, Intimidation, Main Campus
M issing P ers ons FROM ON–CAM PU S HOU SI NG It is the policy of UCF to comply with the requirements of the Clery Act in regards to providing notice to an emergency contact or a parent or guardian when a student living in on-campus or affiliated housing is missing.
For persons under 18 years of age and who are not emancipated, the university will notify a custodial parent or guardian within 24 hours of the determination that the student is missing, in addition to notifying any additional contact person(s) designated by the student.
If any member of the university community has reason to believe a student residing in on-campus or affiliated housing is missing, they should contact the UCF Police Department at 407-823-5555 within 24 hours. The UCF Police Department will generate a missing person report and initiate an investigation.
The Department of Housing and Residence Life will notify the UCF Police Department within 24 hours of the determination that a student is missing, unless the UCF Police Department made the initial missing person determination.
Students residing in on-campus or affiliated housing will be informed on how to register their contact person(s) by the Department of Housing and Residence Life (DHRL). Students have the opportunity to submit revised emergency contact information at any time through the myUCF portal. The myUCF portal provides faculty and staff members, and students with a personalized gateway to information and applications from one secure, centralized location.
If a student has designated a contact person, university officials will notify that contact person within 24 hours after it has been determined that the student is missing. Regardless of whether the student has identified a contact person, is above the age of 18, or is an emancipated minor, the Department of Housing and Residence Life will inform the UCF Police Department of a missing student within 24 hours.
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Residence Ha ll Safety The mission of the Department of Housing and Residence Life (DHRL) is to provide students living in university owned, managed and affiliated housing with a safe and secure environment that is conducive to academic and personal achievement. In addition to providing supervision, structure and resident services in our communities, our department promotes the personal growth and development of each resident through intentional programming efforts and outreach. In our partnership with other units within the Division of Student Development and Enrollment Services (SDES) and the larger UCF community, our department strives to foster scholarship as a fundamental purpose, instill a sense of community, and support individual responsibility, creativity, integrity and excellence. Institutional Fire Safety Policies Accidental Fire Alarms: Any campus resident who activates the building fire alarm, accidently or without a true emergency, is responsible for any related costs from the Fire Department response. The standard charge for such an event is $300 (subject to change). This includes, but is not limited to, errors in cooking, smoking, vandalism, pranks and policy violations. Any additional costs beyond this and any applicable policy violation charges will also be assessed to the responsible resident(s). Neither students nor staff can interrupt Fire Department units once they have been dispatched to the campus community. If an alarm is activated, the DHRL duty station or UCF Police should be contacted to help residents better respond to protecting themselves and others in the community. Appliances: Each apartment has a full kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator, freezer and oven range. If a resident plans to operate any of the above permitted appliances in his or her room, the appliance must be in good working order and it must be plugged into a power strip with a built-in circuit breaker. All garbage resulting from the preparation of food in the apartment must be placed in a garbage bag and taken directly to the area dumpsters to avoid odor, attracting bugs or contributing to unsanitary conditions. Apartment kitchens are not to be used for things such as class projects, science experiments and washing hair. Additionally, residents who use apartment kitchens are required to clean up after themselves before leaving. Residence Halls and Fraternity/Sorority House Rooms: For safety and sanitation reasons, the following items are prohibited: two sided, open faced, or indoor electric grills (ex. “George Foreman Grill”); deep fryers; toaster ovens; toasters; electric skillets; hot plates; and any appliance with exposed heating coils. A $25 fine per occurrence and a review of the resident’s housing agreement may be considered if he or she is found violating this policy. Residents are allowed to have a microwave oven (must be 1,000 watts or less). Popcorn 16
poppers, hot pots, and coffeepots with an automatic shut-off feature may also be used in residence hall, fraternity house and sorority house rooms. Refrigerators (with or without freezers) which do not exceed five cubic feet total capacity are permitted. Residents with larger appliances will be asked to remove them and will be subject to a $25 fine per occurrence. If a resident plans to operate any of the above permitted appliances in his or her room, the appliance must be in good working order and it must be plugged into a power strip with a built-in circuit breaker. Building Fire Alarms: If the alarm has sounded in a DHRL facility, all residents and their guests must immediately evacuate the building and proceed to the evacuation location (at least 300 feet from the building). If a fire is observed, activate the nearest pull station, call 911, and continue to proceed to the building’s evacuation location. Staff will respond to the sounding alarm and will direct residents accordingly. Always follow the direction of university staff, the UCF Police Department and the Fire Department. Candles and Incense: Due to the potential fire hazard, the use or possession of candles, incense or other related items is strictly prohibited in all DHRL facilities. This restriction includes unlit, unburned and unused products.
Cooking and Safety: • Always turn on the vent above the stove • Remember to use caution when cooking and never leave food that is cooking unattended • Remember the stove may heat differently than other stoves, so residents should check their food frequently • Check the stove before turning it on to ensure it is empty and has been properly cleaned If your smoke detector sounds from cooking in ONLY your apartment, and there is no fire: • Call your Resident Assistant or community duty station • Identify who is calling, the location, and that a smoke detector is sounding • Turn on the vent or fan and open windows, if possible, to clear any smoke • DHRL, University Police or Facilities Operations will respond to the scene Circuit Breakers: If an electrical circuit is overloaded, it will trip the circuit. This is a safety feature to prevent electrical fires. If a circuit is tripped, electrical appliances should be unplugged and relocated to different outlets. The resident should then notify his or her Resident Assistant. Curtains and Draperies: Curtains and draperies are prohibited in all DHRL facilities. Curtains being used in hallways, closets or as partitions in rooms or apartments are also prohibited. If a bedroom does not have doors on the closet, the resident may put up a curtain using a tension rod; however, the rod must be 20 inches from the ceiling, in order to allow the sprinkler full coverage in the event of a fire. Failing to follow these policies may result in a sanction or citation. Electrical Cord Guidelines: Extension cords are prohibited in university housing facilities. Only 120v, UL approved, electrical power outlet strips (surge protectors) with a built–in manual reset 15-amp circuit breaker are permissible. The maximum allowable length of the cord is six feet, with a maximum of six outlets at the end of the cord. Only one outlet strip may be used per wall outlet, and power strips may not be plugged into one another (daisy-chaining). In addition, non-circuited multi-socket cords, multi-plug adapters, anything with a frayed or damaged cord, and air fresheners or fans with an outlet are strictly prohibited, as they can cause a fire. Be very cautious and ask Resident Assistants any questions. These policies are in accordance with the Florida State Fire Marshal and state policy. Emergency Evacuation Procedures: Residents and their guests are required to participate in all alarmed or announced evacuations, whether it is a drill, an active fire, or other threat-related incident. Failure to evacuate a building when an alarm has sounded, or as directed by university staff, UCF Police Department or Fire
Department, is strictly prohibited. Failure to cooperate in any evacuations may result in housing agreement and student conduct violations. Evacuate Immediately: All persons are required to evacuate for every alarm, unless previously directed by DHRL staff that it is only a test. Failure to evacuate immediately may result in student conduct action and termination of the resident’s housing agreement. Evacuation Locations: Each individual building will have its own evacuation location. All Resident Assistants will cover this information in their first residence hall meeting. Each evacuation location will be at least 300 feet from the building. Failure to Comply: All residents must comply with all written and verbal requests and instructions from university officials. Failure to do so is a violation of the Rules of Conduct. Fire Drills: DHRL and Environmental Health & Safety conduct fire drills each semester. Residents will be notified in advance of all fire drills. Fire Extinguishers: All residents should know how to use a fire extinguisher. If a resident does not know how to use one and wants to learn, he or she should contact a Resident Assistant. In addition to the extinguishers provided, DHRL recommends that every resident also have their own multi-purpose or multi-class extinguisher in the event of an emergency. Fire, Health and Safety Inspections: For the safety of all community residents, room inspections are completed throughout the year to conduct specific fire, health and safety checks. Any violations found during these checks will need to be corrected in a specified time period (as directed by a Resident Assistant). Failure to correct violations may result in housing and student conduct sanctions and a review of the resident’s housing agreement. Some violations are subject to immediate contract review. Fire Safety, Alarms and Related Information: Fire safety is a top priority in UCF residential facilities. It is vital that all members of the community understand and follow all rules and regulations. Fire Safety Equipment: Tampering with any part of a fire protection system or equipment, including false alarms from pull stations; obstructing or tampering with doors, smoke detectors, stove top extinguishers, sprinkler heads, evacuation signs, pipes, hydrants, or exit signs; and illegal use of a fire extinguisher are violations of the law and are punishable by a mandatory $5,000 fine and/or six months jail time. The resident will also be held responsible for Fire Department fines, related clean up costs, and student conduct violations for instances that occur as a result of accident or intentional acts of endangerment. The resident may also face immediate housing agreement termination.
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Hazardous Materials: Explosives, flammable or any hazardous substances, or any item or thing of a dangerous nature are strictly prohibited within DHRL facilities. Prohibited Items: Live cut trees (ex. Christmas tree) are prohibited inside all DHRL facilities. In addition, flammable or hazardous materials including, but not limited to, bug bombs, gases, gasoline, solvents, lighter fluid, propane, dive tanks and welding tanks are also prohibited (full or empty). Also see appliances, candles and incense, electrical cord guidelines, hazardous materials, smoking, and weapons in this guide for other prohibited items. Re-entry to Building: Do not re-enter the building until you are instructed to do so. This order will be given by DHRL staff or by the university police. Failure to adhere to this may result in student conduct action and possible termination of the resident’s housing agreement. Smoking: In compliance with the Florida Clean Air Act of 1992, smoking is not permitted in any residence hall, apartment room, hallway, lounge, laundry room, community center, common house space, classroom, or enclosed stairway of any building managed by DHRL at UCF. Smoking outside is permitted, as long as persons are at least 15 feet from any building. Smoke Detectors: All rooms are equipped with smoke detectors. Some of these detectors are connected to the main alarm system, and to the UCF Police Department. If the units are tampered with in any way, the police will respond to the alarm. Do not tamper with or cover any fire safety device, as it puts everyone in the community in danger. If a detector or alarm beeps or sounds for an unknown reason, notify DHRL staff immediately. Sprinklers: Many DHRL facilities are equipped with sprinklers. Sprinklers are there to protect both residents and their belongings, and are not to be tampered with or used to hang items on. Tampering or damaging these devices, regardless of intent, will result in student conduct action and immediate housing agreement termination. 18
Staff and Emergency Personnel: Stand out of the way of staff and other personnel as they work to manage the incident. Weapons: Possession or use of firearms, fireworks (including sparklers and smoke bombs), explosives, or dangerous or flammable chemicals of any kind are strictly prohibited in any DHRL facility or in the surrounding vicinity. This includes, but is not limited to, firearms, ammunition, BB or pellet guns, air soft guns, weapons for sport (including paint ball guns, bow and arrows, diving knives, hunting weapons), stun guns, swords, switchblades, knives, slingshots, martial arts or medieval weapons, and flammables (liquids, solvents, gases). In the case of weapons, the possession or use of certain items may violate state or federal law and cause violators to be subject to arrest. This includes “toys” that look like actual weapons. Emergency Fire Procedures at Pegasus Landing and Pegasus Pointe Fires can present a serious problem in apartment communities. Though damage is usually confined to property destruction, the loss of personal items or of life is a possibility. Pegasus Pointe and Pegasus Landing management highly recommend residents obtaining renter’s insurance to protect against such losses. Fires are often started through carelessness with cooking, matches and cigarettes. Many fires can be avoided by using caution and common sense. As an added precautionary measure, the apartments have placed Fire Stop fire extinguishers above each stovetop. These extinguishers are equipped with magnetic fasteners and are made to attach to the hood of a stove. These extinguishers should be placed in a central location between the front and back burner on either side, so that in the event of a fire, the contents will fall evenly on both burners. Please be aware that there is also a fire extinguisher located in the kitchen, as well. To learn how to operate these devices, contact a Resident Assistant.
Prevention: Prevention is the best insurance against fire. Pegasus Landing and Pegasus Pointe recommends that residents take these simple safety precautions in apartments to prevent fires from starting: 1. N ever leave cooking, appliances in use (such as irons or hair strengtheners), or cigarettes unattended 2. L et cooking grease cool and then pour into a metal can. Never pour hot grease into a plastic container 3. Never misuse lighters or matches 4. A void cooking while intoxicated, taking medication, or tired 5. T est smoke detector(s) monthly to make sure they are working 6. D o not store gas-operated tools or vehicles (motorcycles) inside the apartment or in or on stairwells, breezeways, patios or balconies 7. N ever burn candles or use halogen lamps or cheap extension cords 8. Never overload extension cords or outlets 9. A lways use electrical items for their intended purposes only 10. K eep curtains and other materials 12 inches from any outlet 11. Always keep the apartment free of clutter 12. Always evacuate if the building alarm sounds Smoke Detectors: If a fire occurs, smoke detectors alert residents immediately so they can exit the building safely. If residents notice smoke detector(s) are beeping, they should notify the management office immediately, so that proper maintenance can be performed. They should not disable the smoke detector. Disabling or removing a smoke detector, including removing working batteries, is a violation of the law. It is the responsibility of the resident to replace batteries in the smoke detector after they move into the apartment. Residents at Pegasus Pointe should contact 407-384-6800, or visit the office immediately, if they need assistance. Residents at Pegasus Landing should contact 407-362-5036, or visit the office immediately, if they need assistance.
If Fire Strikes: In the event of a fire, contact the local fire department by dialing 911, and pull a fire alarm station to notify others to evacuate. Do not rush out into the hallway. First, feel the door. If it is hot, use another way out. If the door is cool, leave by the nearest exit. Smoke rises, so the cleanest air is near the floor. If the planned escape route becomes smoky, crawl out of the building on hands and knees. If escaping the apartment is not possible, stuff wet towels, sheets and clothes around the door and vents to keep smoke out. Call 911 and give them the location. If no smoke is coming into the room, open a window slightly. Stay low, yell and wave a bright cloth, towel or sheet out a window to signal the location of the fire. By accepting the responsibility to keep apartments safe from fire, residents are not only protecting themselves, but their neighbors, as well. With only minimal planning and awareness, residents can make the difference between safety and disaster for everyone. Smoking: Smoking is permitted inside apartments, with permission of all tenants. In the event that there becomes a conflict between tenants about smoking within the apartment, the unit will default to a smokefree environment. Weapons, Fireworks and Other Dangerous Items: Possession or use of firearms, fireworks (including sparklers and smoke bombs), explosives, or dangerous or flammable chemicals of any kind are strictly prohibited in any facility or in the surrounding vicinity. This includes, but is not limited to, firearms, ammunition, BB or pellet guns, air soft guns, weapons for sport (including paint ball guns, bow and arrows, diving knives, hunting weapons), stun guns, swords, switchblades, knives, slingshots, martial arts or medieval weapons, and flammables (liquids, solvents, gases). In the case of weapons, the possession or use of certain items may violate state or federal law and cause violators to be subject to arrest. This includes “toys� that look like actual weapons.
Smoke detectors and fire extinguishers should be checked on the first of each month. To ensure that the fire extinguisher is in operable condition, check that the expiration date has not arrived, the pin is securely in place, and the gauge reads full. The date punched on the yellow tag indicates the date of the extinguisher’s last inspection, not the expiration date. All fire extinguishers are due for inspection one year from the date of the last inspection. If residents are concerned about the status of fire safety equipment, they can submit a maintenance work order with maintenance and they will check the equipment.
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UCF Fire Report-Residential Property Classifications for Incidents Occurring Jan 2007-Jan 2010 DATE
STATION
INCIDENT ADDRESS
65 - C
4100 Greek Park Dr
Brush or Grass Fire 5/1/07 Building Fire 4/4/08
65 - C
4000 Central Florida Bv
12/9/08
65 - C
4000 Central Florida Bv
1/6/10
65 - B
4322 Greek Park Dr
1/11/10
65 - B
4511 Silver Knight Wy
Cooking Fire, confined to container 1/2/07
57 - A
9907 Universal Bv
1/11/07
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
1/11/07
57 - A
9907 Universal Bv
1/14/07
57 - A
9907 Universal Bv
2/25/07
57 - A
9907 Universal Bv
8/18/07
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
8/18/07
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
8/21/07
65 - C
4000 Central Florida Bv
11/7/07
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
11/28/07
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
12/4/07
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
6/26/08
65 - B
4000 Central Florida Bv
9/10/08
65 - C
4000 Central Florida Bv
10/8/08
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
10/19/08
65 - C
4000 Central Florida Bv
1/22/09
65 - B
4000 Central Florida Bv
4/27/09
57 - A
9907 Universal Bv
10/5/09
65 - C
4000 Central Florida Bv
10/15/07
65 - A
4000 Central Florida Bv
4/28/08
65 - B
4000 Central Florida Bv
3/31/09
65 - C
12215 Kings Knight Wy
3/31/09
65 - C
12215 Kings Knight Wy
6/16/09
65 - C
12263 Knights Krossing Ci
11/14/09
57 - A
9907 Universal Bv
65 - B
4000 Central Florida Bv
Dumpster Fire, outside
Sprinkler Activation/no fire
Trash Fire, outside 11/20/07
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LOCATION
CAUSE
INJURIES
DEATHS
PROPERTY LOSS
CONTENTS LOSS
Abandoned Frat House
Undetermined
0
0
0
0
Tower 4 Rm 313
Unintentional
0
0
$50,000
$50,000
Tower 4, Bldg 133
Unintentional
0
0
0
$500
Kappa Sigma Frat UCF
Undetermined
0
0
$100
$400
Pegasus Landing Apts
Unintentional
0
0
$25,000
$5,000
UCF Rosen Housing
0
0
0
0
Lake Claire Apts Bldg 61
0
0
0
0
Rosen Housing
0
0
0
0
Rosen Housing
0
0
0
0
UCF Rosen
0
0
0
0
Lake Claire/Bldg 60 Rm 330
0
0
0
0
Polk Hall
0
0
0
0
Bldg 64 Apt 330
0
0
0
0
Hercules Bldg 111 Rm 110
0
0
0
$10
Flagler Hall Rm 214 & 215
0
0
0
$15
Lake Claire Bldg 62
0
0
0
$15
0
0
$500
$1,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Academic Village Bldg 104 Academic Village Bldg 111
Unintentional
Academic Village Rm 104 Academic Village Bldg 109
Unintentional
0
0
0
0
Tower 3-Bldg 3
Unintentional
0
0
$5,000
$20,000
Rosen Housing
0
0
0
0
Bldg 61 Rm 240
0
0
0
0
Kappa Sigma Frat UCF
0
0
0
0
Behind Bld 84 Sumter Hall
0
0
0
0
Pegasus Landing Phaz2 | Pegasus La
0
0
0
0
Pegasus Landing Apts
0
0
0
0
Pegasus Landing Apts
0
0
0
0
UCF Rosen Housing Bldg 1
0
0
0
0
0
0
$20
$1
UCF
Undetermined
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Greek Park Houses Fire Safety Equipment Chapter Houses
University or Privately Owned
Smoke Detectors
Fire Extinguishers
Full Fire Alarm System
Sprinklers
Stove Top Extinguishers
Alpha Delta Pi
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Alpha Tau Omega
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Alpha Xi Delta
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
Delta Delta Delta
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Kappa Alpha Theta
University
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Kappa Delta
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Kappa Sigma
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
Pi Beta Phi
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Sigma Chi
Privately
yes
yes
yes
no
yes
Theta Chi
University
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Privately
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Zeta Tau Alpha
Department of Housing and Residence Life Fire Safety Equipment Resident Halls
Smoke Detectors
Fire Extinguishers
Full Fire Alarm System
Sprinklers
Stove Top Extinguishers
Apollo
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Hercules
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Lake Claire
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Libra Community
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Nike Community
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Rosen Campus
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Tower I
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Tower II
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Tower III
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Tower IV
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Pegasus Landing
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Pegasus Pointe
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Department of Housing and Residence Life Fire Drills Community
Spring 2009
Fall 2009
Apollo
February 4, 2009
September 28, 2009
Hercules
January 21, 2009
October 6, 2009
Lake Claire
January 21, 2009
September 30, 2009
Libra
January 26, 2009
October 5, 2009
Nike
January 23, 2009
September 23, 2009
Towers I and II
January 28, 2009
September 28, 2009
Towers III and IV
May 12, 2009
November 14, 2009
Rosen
January 13, 2009
September 25, 2009
411 House
February 15, 2009
September 30, 2009
409 House
February 5, 2009
September 23, 2009
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Crimes reported at MAIN CAMPUS On campus
Residential facilities
Public property
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
Murder/Non-Negligent
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Negligent Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Forcible
3
1
2
0
0
2
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Nonforcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
Robbery
1
3
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
Aggravated Assault
4
2
4
1
1
2
0
0
0
Burglary
43
31
38
18
15
13
0
0
0
Motor Vehicle Theft
19
41
26
0
0
0
1
2
1
Arson
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Arrest
13
24
4
0
0
2
0
0
0
Liquor Law Referral
45
57
28
30
30
7
0
0
0
Drug Law Arrest
4
10
14
4
3
3
0
0
2
Drug Law Referral
5
13
35
28
29
22
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Arrest
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Referral
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
OFFENSE
On campus totals equals both residential facilities and public property.
Crimes reported at ROSEN CAMPUS On campus
Residential facilities
Public property
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
Murder/Non-Negligent
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Negligent Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Forcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Nonforcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Robbery
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Aggravated Assault
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Burglary
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Motor Vehicle Theft
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Arson
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Arrest
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Referral
1
0
0
5
3
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Arrest
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Referral
0
0
0
0
9
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Arrest
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Referral
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
OFFENSE
On campus totals equals both residential facilities and public property.
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Crimes reported at PEGASUS LANDING Off campus
Residential facilities
Public property
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
Murder/Non-Negligent
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Negligent Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
OFFENSE
Sex Offenses, Forcible
2
2
0
1
2
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Nonforcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Robbery
6
2
0
3
2
0
0
0
0
Aggravated Assault
1
3
0
1
3
0
0
0
0
Burglary
26
20
0
26
20
0
0
0
0
Motor Vehicle Theft
12
5
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Arson
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Arrest
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Referral
4
8
0
42
18
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Arrest
3
0
0
3
3
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Referral
1
0
0
17
5
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Arrest
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Referral
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
On campus totals equals both residential facilities and public property.
Crimes reported at PEGASUS POINTE Off campus
Residential facilities
Public property
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
Murder/Non-Negligent
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Negligent Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Forcible
2
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Nonforcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Robbery
2
2
2
2
2
0
0
0
0
Aggravated Assault
1
2
2
1
2
0
0
0
0
OFFENSE
Burglary
29
12
12
25
12
0
0
0
0
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
5
5
0
0
0
0
0
0
Arson
2
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Arrest
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Referral
3
2
2
12
10
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Arrest
2
0
0
3
2
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Referral
0
0
0
1
6
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Arrest
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Referral
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
On campus totals equals both residential facilities and public property.
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Crimes reported to the UCF Police Department from other LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES AND UNIVERSITY OFFICIALS On campus
Non-campus
Public property
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
Murder/Non-Negligent
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Negligent Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Forcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
Sex Offenses, Nonforcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Robbery
5
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Aggravated Assault
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
Burglary
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Motor Vehicle Theft
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Arson
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Arrest
0
0
0
0
0
0
6
9
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OFFENSE
Liquor Law Referral
156
211
205
16
9
6
24
12
Drug Law Arrest
0
0
0
0
0
0
7
3
2
Drug Law Referral
9
9
8
1
3
1
11
4
0
Illegal Weapons Arrest
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
Illegal Weapons Referral
1
2
3
0
0
0
0
2
0
On campus totals equals both residential facilities and public property.
Crimes reported to the UCF Police Department for total non-campus properties including Pegasus Pointe, Pegasus Landing, Research Park and Lake Picket Off campus
Residential facilities
Public property
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
2007
2008
2009
Murder/Non-Negligent
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Negligent Manslaughter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Forcible
4
3
0
2
3
0
0
0
0
Sex Offenses, Nonforcible
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Robbery
8
4
0
5
4
0
0
0
0
Aggravated Assault
2
5
0
2
5
0
0
0
0
Burglary
56
32
0
52
32
0
0
0
0
Motor Vehicle Theft
17
11
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Arson
2
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Arrest
15
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Liquor Law Referral
53
10
0
92
31
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Arrest
9
0
0
17
6
0
0
0
0
Drug Law Referral
6
0
0
46
21
0
0
0
1
Illegal Weapons Arrest
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Illegal Weapons Referral
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
OFFENSE
On campus totals equals both residential facilities and public property.
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Safety in t he Wo r k p lace Here are some suggestions to keep you safe while working at UCF: •W hen working late, make sure doors are locked. • Avoid using stairs in remote areas of the building. • Never prop doors open. •K eep belongings in an area that can be locked up, such as a desk or cabinet. •D o not hold doors open for strangers when the building is closed for the evening. • Let others know where you are when working late. •U se the Safe Escort Patrol Service to walk with you to your vehicle. • Think of the “what ifs” and have a plan in mind. • Do not be distracted while walking or jogging (phones/headsets). Office staff should have a plan in place for emergencies such as angry or volatile customers or domestic violence situations. Contact UCF Police Community Relations officers for assistance with your plans.
T EN KE YS TO P REVEN T AU TO B U RGLARY AND T H EF T More than 45,000 vehicles are registered on the UCF campus. The UCF Police Department and other law enforcement agencies do everything in their collective power to prevent auto burglary and auto theft. The following are 10 keys that can help you protect your vehicle from theft:
KEYS
1. Always roll your windows up and lock your car.
6. Drop a business card or address label in the map pockets of your doors.
2. Don’t leave valuables in plain view. Items left in the open attract thieves. Store them in your trunk if necessary.
7. Don’t hide a spare key.
3. Engrave expensive accessories, such as car stereos and speaker systems, with your drivers’ license number. This aids the police in tracing the stolen items. 4. Never leave your vehicle running and unattended. 5. Install an antitheft device that is highly visible, hard to defeat and renders the car inoperable.
8. Don’t leave important papers such as bank statements, credit card statements, and other important documents in your car. 9. Photocopy your registration and insurance information and keep it in a safe place other than your vehicle. 10. Most importantly, be crime-wise. Think of what you can do to protect your belongings ahead of time before you become a victim. Don’t become complacent.
If you find that your vehicle has been burglarized, contact the UCF Police Department immediately and try not to touch the vehicle. The more you touch your vehicle, the more you contaminate the crime scene.
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Have You Seen S.P.O.C.? A S.P.O.C. is a suspicious person on campus. The UCF Police Department recommends reporting any suspicious activity or person to help reduce crime. You don’t have to give them your name. Just provide the information that suggests what you are observing is suspicious. It may be nothing at all, but it might be a crime about to happen. Keep phone numbers for law enforcement in your cell phone in case you need them.
CRIMELINE—800-423-TIPS UCF POLICE Emergencies
911
Nonemergency
407-823-5555
Advocate Services
407-823-2425 or 407-823-5555
Safe Escort Patrol Services
407-823-2424 or 407-823-5555
Parking and Transportation Services
407-823-5812
Student Health Services
407-823-2701
Student Counseling Center
407-823-2811
Housing and Residence Life
407-823-4663
Maintenance
407-823-5587
Environmental Health and Safety
407-823-5323
OTHER EMERGENCY NUMBERS Orange County Sexual Trauma Recovery Center 24-hour Hotline
407-843-4357
Orange County Response 24-hour Rape Hotline
407-740-5408
For a sexual assault in Seminole County, please call the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office. A victim advocate will be contacted to assist you.
OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Orange County Sheriff’s Office
407-836-4357
Seminole County Sheriff’s Office
407-665-6600
Oviedo Police Department
407-971-5700
Orlando Police Department
321-235-5300
Winter Park Police Department
407-644-1313
Casselberry Police Department
407-262-7616
Winter Springs Police Department
407-327-1000
Florida Highway Patrol
407-737-2200
U N I V E R S I T Y O F C E N T R A L F LO R I DA
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