The Bowdoin Orient

April 6, 2001
Volume CXXXII, Number 20

Reduce your risk of becoming a victim of theft

by BOWDOIN COLLEGE SECURITY

   Recently a staff member had money and credit cards taken from his personal belongings which were in the men's locker room at Morrell Gym.
   Bowdoin Security wants you to be aware that this occurred and remind you of some basic precautions you can take to avoid becoming the victim of a crime.
   Locker rooms are always a popular scouting place for would-be thieves. Many people feel their belongings are safe in a locker room and will not bother to lock them in a secure locker.
   To reduce your risk of becoming a victim of a theft, always lock your personal items in a locker if you are going to be working out in a gym. Be aware of anyone who looks or acts out-of-place.
   Some of these thieves are pretty brazen and will not be too concerned about being seen or identified. If you see someone suspicious, try to get a good description and call Security as soon as possible so we can find and check out the individuals.
   Don't become confrontational with someone you suspect of being a thief. Asking someone if you can help him or her can be a great deterrent, but anything more confrontational than that could be dangerous.
   Often these people are desperate and their main goal is to not get caught. If they feel you are onto them, they might do anything in order to get away. Don't risk it! Call Security and tell them of your suspicions.

Criminal Activity Reports on Campus:
03/12/01 - 04/01/01

Vandalism in residences: 2
Vandalism in non-residences: 1
Larceny in non-residences: 5