As you prepare for your finals please remember, theft is the most common crime against a person in the world … and on our campus.
The majority of thefts are unattended/unsecured property .
On or off campus don’t let someone steal your stuff!
1. 96% of thefts from students are unattended/unsecured property . Most off - campus thefts are opportunity thefts as well. Keeping it with you or locking it up makes you a hard target !
2. SUNY Card theft/misuse – If they are lost or stolen cancel them so thieves cannot spend your money ! Go to “My UAlbany” or stop by UPD to prevent someone else from spending your money.
3. Keep it with you! – Don’t walk away from your laptop, phone, or textbooks to get a cup of coffee, talk with friends, go to the restroom, etc. Take them with you .
4. Lock it up! – Lock your room door, lock your suite door, lock your apartment door, and lock your car (and don’t have valuable property visible). Make sure your apartment windows are secure as well (and talk with your landlord if they aren’t).
5. Report it! If something is stolen let UPD (or the appropriate off-campus agency) know. We will work to identify who the thief is and get your property back, but we need your help . Contact us by phone at: (518) 442-3131, or on the web at: police.albany.edu for our on-line reporting option.
Congratulations to our graduates, best of luck to all with your finals, and have a safe and happy summer.
J. Frank Wiley | Chief of Police
New York State University Police | University at Albany
1400 Washington Avenue | Albany, New York 12222
PH : 518.442.3130 | | WEB : police.albany.edu
