Timely Warnings & Crime Alerts
Per our Timely Warning Policy, the UNC Police Department may post new information on this page relating to situations on or off campus. If you have any questions concerning timely warnings, crime alerts, or any information you feel could warrant a timely warning or crime alert, please contact the UNC Police Department at (970) 351-2245.
Timely warnings & Crime Alerts are displayed on this page for six months. After six months, they can be viewed in the archive.
October 7, 2022
This crime alert is being sent out because there are more motor vehicle thefts occurring on campus and in Northern Colorado.
On September 8th, 2022, UNC Police sent out a Crime Alert to the UNC community regarding motor vehicle thefts on campus. Since that alert was sent, there have been 4 more motor vehicle thefts and 5 attempted motor vehicle thefts.
There is a new trend of break-ins of locked vehicles. There are several different types of anti-theft devices available for car owners. If your car is stolen, there are also several types of GPS tracking devices on the market too that may help locate your stolen vehicle quicker.
Anti-theft devices that can be used to protect your vehicles are:
- Steering wheel locks (“the club”)
- Break locking system (“pedal locks”)
- Wheel Clamps (“Tire Locks”)
- GPS Tracking Devices
- Hidden battery disconnect switch
Theft is a crime of opportunity and thieves look for “easy opportunities” to take someone’s things. The tools listed above may not prevent crime 100%, but they are deterrents because it makes it harder to take your things.
If you see suspicious activity in the parking lots or around campus, call UNC Police at 970-351-2245.
Safety tips
UNC Police want to remind the campus community to report any instance of unusual encounters or suspicious behavior by calling the department at 970-351-2245. You’re encouraged to program that number into your mobile phone. Some other precautions you can take:
- Request a UNC police escort if you’re uncomfortable walking alone on campus.
- If you believe someone is following you, go where there are other people.
- Carry a personal alarm or whistle.
- Know where campus emergency poles are. See the Campus Emergency Pole Map.
Trust your intuition if you feel a situation is unsafe
September 8, 2022
The UNC Police Department is investigating two motor vehicle thefts.
The following are the dates, vehicle types, and locations of the vehicle thefts:
- 09/06/22 – 1997 White Honda Civic stolen from Arlington Park Apartments Lot
- 09/07/22 – 2002 Silver Chevy Trailblazer stolen fromQ-Lot
Safety tips
UNC Police want to remind the campus community to report any instance of unusual encounters or suspicious behavior by calling the department at 970-351-2245. You’re encouraged to program that number into your mobile phone. Some other precautions you can take:
- Always lock your car when you park it and remove your keys.
- Lock valuables in your trunk and do not leave personal ID cards or credit cards in the vehicle.
- Never leave your vehicle running while unattended.
- Photocopy your registration and insurance card and keep in your wallet- not in your glove compartment.
Additional information can be found at the Colorado State Patrol auto theft websites: https://lockdownyourcar.org/ and https://lockdownyourcar.org/prevention/
