As the new school year begins, the University of Louisville Police Department reminds faculty, staff and students that there are plenty of simple actions everyone can take to reduce chances of being the victim of a crime.
- Use the L-Trail
- Sign up for the Rave Guardian Safety App
- If you see something, say something (call the University Police at 852-6111 for suspicious activity)
- Call 911 for all emergencies needing police, fire or EMS
- Lock your vehicle
- Don’t leave items in view in your vehicle
- Store items left in the vehicle in the trunk
- Lock your housing unit’s doors and windows
- Know who is at the door before opening your door
- Lock your bicycle with good lock such as a “U” lock
- Do not meet unknown people on and off campus to purchase or retrieve items
- Always maintain control of your backpack, laptop and cell phone
- Stop and look before crossing any street
- Don’t be so consumed with your cell phone or music that you are not aware of your surroundings
- Walk in groups or pairs
- Use the shuttle system
- Use escorts; these are available between dusk and dawn
- If you’re riding a bicycle, act like you are driving a vehicle and obey all traffic laws
- If you’re driving a vehicle, look for pedestrians and bicycles, and
- Remember that alcohol and drugs impair your system, leaving you open to be a crime victim or an impaired driver.
