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ANNUAL REPORT 2006

The Police and Public Safety Department at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment to promote the learning experience and educational growth of the University Community. However, keeping our campus safe requires the cooperation of the entire Univesity community. This brochure contains information which will enable you to better protect yourself and assist the University Police in our efforts.

The University Police is in a new facility located on Faculty Row beind the UNCP bookstore and directly across from the Oak Hall dormitory. The Police and Public Safety Department is a full-service law enforcement agency. The department's 13 police officers are trained professionals, certified by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Division. Eacho fficer has completed the North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training program and is required to complete 24 hours of in-service training yearly which includes but is not limited to, legal updates, community policing, firearms instruction and re-qualification, CPR, first aid and rapid deployment.

UNCP Police officers have the authority to arrest anyone involved in criminal activity within the University Campus and all property owned or leased by UNC Pembroke and that portion of any public road or highway passing through campus or adjoining the campus. If offenses involving violations of University rules and regulations or state/local laws are committed by a UNCP student at any off campus location, these violations are reported to the University Police by the charging agency and may also be referred to Student Affairs for disciplinary action.

The University Police have a mutual aid agreement with all law enforcement agencies within Robeson County and routinely share information, manpower and equipment.
 

The University Police reports all crimes, reported to our agency to the State Bureau of Investigation's DCI (Division of Criminal Information). This information is then recorded for use in the FBI's Uniform Crime Report. Weekly crime reports are also available on the department's website http://www.uncp.edu/police. These reports are also provided to the school newspaper, The Pine Needle, so that the information can be published on a regular basis.

City Watch

In the event it becomes necessary to notify the campus community of a serious threat, whether the threat be crime related, or in the case of severe weather, the Police & Public Safety Department has the ability to send immediate notifications via telephone and e-mail by using City Watch (a computerized campus notification system).

Panic Devices

In the event if an emergency, key offices within the campus community have been equipped with a telephone panic button and mobile pendent that allows office personnel immediate contact with the University Police in case of emergency. At the push of a button, a pre-recorded message alerts the police of the activation location and request immediate police response. Future expanison of this system will allow emergency notifications to be sent to all phones equipped with these devices.

The cooperation, involvement and personal support of the entire campus community is crucial to the success of our crime prevention efforts. Everyone must assume responsibility for their own personal safety and the security of their belongings by taking simple, common sense precautions. Awareness of the environment and surroundings is the best place to start. Some of the strategies and/or resources made available by the Police and Public Safety Department in crime prevention include:

Engraving (Operation PIN) - provides engraved identification numbers and documentation with the Univesity Police for valuables such as computers, radios, stereos, TV's, etc.
Residence Hall Theft - simle procedures to deter from theft and the importance of recognizing and reporting suspicious persons in residence halls.
Videos - crime prevention videos are available for check out to individuals or groups.
Safety Inspections - fire safety system test and inspctions and campus lighting inspections and request.
Drug/Alcohol Education - educational awareness programs are designed to prevent abuse.
Sexual Assault - educational awareness programs on sexual assault and rape prevention are available. The Rape Agression Defense (RAD) course is available to all female students and is offered as a 1 hour credit course.

Escorts- are available upon request by calling University Police at 521-6235.

How to Report a Crime/Suspicious Activity

The University encourages all faculty, staff, and students to report crimes or suspected criminal activity promptly and fully, providing as much information as possible.

1. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO APPREHEND OR INTERFERE with any criminal activity except in case of self protection.

2. If safe to do so, stop and take time to get a good description of the criminal. Note height,
weight, sex, race, clothing, age, and name if known.

3. Call the University Police at 521-6235. Give your name and location. Advise the police of the situation and if safety allows, remain where you are until an officer arrives.

Emergency Blue Light Telephones http://www.uncp.edu/police/phones are located throughout campus. A caller need only push a button to activate the telephone to contact University Police.

4. The University also has available to students, employees and the public a "Report a Crime" form http://www.uncp.edu/police/report_crime that can be completed online. This form is completely confidential.

Wehapons on Campus

It is a criminal offense (NC. General Statute 269.2) to possess a gun or other weapon on the campus of UNC Pembroke. This law is strictly enforced.

Traffic Rules & Regulations

Speeding, careless and reckless driving, driving while impaired and other moving violations on the campus of UNC Pembroke may result in charges which are heard in North Carolina's court system. Conviction of such violations will affect your driving license and insurance just as if the offense had occurred on public highways. For lesser offenses, such as improper parking, etc., the University Police may issue “campus citations" based on ordinances which have been approved by the Board of Trustees.

Alcohol and Illegal Drugs

UNC Pembroke is committed to maintaining an environment of teaching and learning which is free of illicit drugs and alcohol. The University complies with the requirements of the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act as amended. The Police and Public Safety Department strictly enforces all state and local laws and University rules and regulations.

Generally, possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages are not permitted on campus. The exceptions apply to individuals 21 years and older, 1) meetings or functions when a state alcohol permit has been obtained, 2) in residence hall rooms or living quarters in compliance with University Police, 3) at Univesity approved tailgating events (home football games) in approved locations while displayed a University issued wristband. The only alcoholc beverages that may be consumed at University approved tailgating events are malt beverages and unfortified wines. Kegs are not allowed on campus.

Sexual Assault

Procedures for Victims of Sexual Assault

A student who is a victim of sexual assault should immediately report this offense to the proper authorities (University Police or local law enforcement if the offense occurred off campus). The well-being of a student who has been sexually assaulted is a vital priority. The sooner a sexual assault is reported, the sooner the victim can be treated, and tested for pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. A victim is reminded to go to a safe place. It is very important to preserve all physical evidence, therefore the victim should not bathe, shower, douche, or change clothes. The evidence is extremely important if your case goes to court. Calling a friend, family member and/or rape crisis companion to be with you for emotional support is encouraged. The University Student Health Services or University Police will provide transportation to the hospital emergency room. A victim of sexual assault should certainly seek the service of the University Counseling Center or a local rape crisis center. Both have trained professionals who can help you and your family members with the aftermath of the assault.

Services to the Victims

A survivor/victim of a sexual assault will be provided with support throughout the process of her deliberating whether or not to formally report the crime, have a medical examination, change her room assignment or class schedule, seek professional counseling, change availability of directory information, etc. This support will be provided by certain University agencies/disciplines that have been identified as available for assistance to a victim of sexual assault. Further, these University agencies will be available to inform victims of community resources and service providers.
 
Rights of Alleged Assailants

Any student enrolled at UNC Pembroke who is accused of sexual assault, will be afforded full procedural due process in the investigation and adjudication of his case. This shall include the right to presumption of innocence until proven guilty and the privilege of self-incrimination.

UNC Pembroke Code of Conduct

A UNCP student who has been victimized by sexual assault may seek redress through the campus judicial system if the accused is also enrolled at the University. Such redress may be in conjunction with or in place of pressing charges in the court system. In order to cite a student internally for sexual assault, the victim should report the offense to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or his designee. Once the report is made, an investigation will be initiated by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. The Campus Hearing Board will be convened in cases where the accused denies the charges. The victim will be required to appear before the Campus Hearing Board and to testify against the alleged assailant. Both students may have a friend/advisor from the campus community present with them throughout the hearing process and may present a witness on their behalf. Immediate suspension of the accused student will occur if the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs concludes that the persons continued presence at the University would constitute a clear and present danger to the health and welfare of other members of the University community. When such a suspension is imposed, an immediate hearing of the charges against the suspended person shall be held as expeditiously as possible. The penalty for a student found guilty of sexual assault will, at a minimum, be removal from the residence halls if he is a residential student or be banned from the residential areas in the case of a day student and suspended for a period of no less than one academic year. In severe cases involving forced rape and/or physical injury involving a weapon, the penalty shall be expulsion. The accuser and the accused shall be informed of the outcome of any campus judicial proceedings relative to sexual assault cases.

Room and Class Change Options

A survivor/victim of a sexual assault may request an immediate room change from the Director of Housing if she feels threatened or compromised at her current residence. A room change will be approved if alternative space exists. The student may also request a lock change and new telephone number if the assailant had knowledge or previous access to those items. The victim may also sign a request form in the Registrars Office to remove her directory information from public access. A survivor/victim of a sexual assault may also request the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs to change her class schedule. Such requests will be honored when multiple sections of classes are available. Every effort should be made by the University to make the victim feel cared for and safe.

North Carolina Sex Offender and public Protection Registry

The State of North Carolina maintains a registry that can be found online at http://ncfindoffender.com.

Serious Injury or Illness

1. DO NOT MOVE A SERIOUSLY INJURED PERSON UNLESS LIFE THREATENING CIRCUMSTANCES EXISTS.

2. Call 9-911 from a campus telephone or 911 from any other telephone, giving your name and location. Give as much information as possible regarding the nature of the injury or illness.

3. Attempt to stay with the victim. Administer first aid, if trained to do so, and keep the victim as calm and comfortable as possible. Remain with the victim until emergency officials arrive.

4. Be prepared to provide as much information as possible about the victim and the incident to assist emergency officials in determining the extent of the victim's injuries.

5. List the names and location of those persons in your building/residence hall who are trained in First Aid in case of an emergency. List also the location of the nearest First Aid kit.

                   Name                                        Location in Building/Residence Hall
___________________________              _______________________________

___________________________              _______________________________

A First Aid kit is located ___________________________________.
 

2.   Call 9-911 from a campus telephone or 911 from any other telephone, giving your name and location of the fire.

3.   If the fire is small, an extinguisher or a building fire hose may be used to extinguish the fire. Always use your judgment and training before attempting to extinguish any fire.

4.   If the fire is large, very smoky, or rapid spreading, evacuate the building immediately.  Inform others in the building who may have not responded to the alarm.

5.  When you evacuate, do not stop for personal belongings.  Leave immediately.  Do not use elevators to exit the building.

6. Familiarize yourself with other residents on your floor or hall and provide this informtion to emergency personnel if they are not accounted for duing the evacuation and are suspected to still be inside the building.

7. Evacuate to a distance of at least 300 feet from the building and stay out of the way of emergency personnel. Do not return to the building until allowed to do so by authorized personnel.

8.  DO NOT WALK THROUGH OR STAND IN A SMOKE CLOUD.

9.  The nearest fire extinguisher (fire hose) is located at ____________________.

*Please note that we have asked you to call 911 to report a fire or serious injury, rather than the University Police.  Calling 911 first will result in emergency units being dispatched without undue delay, and (2) University Police are normally dispatched to emergency calls by the 911 operator. But, as a precaution, a follow-up call to University Police would help to ensure that you receive immediate assistance.

Some emergencies require evacuation of the building(s).  If a building is to be evacuated, all personnel should move to an area at least 300 feet from the building.  Never use an elevator to evacuate.  Once a building has been evacuated, no person should be permitted to re-enter the building unless approval is given by authorized personnel.

Classroom Instructor Responsibilities

1.   Each instructor should select one or two students to lead the class safely out of the building.

2.   Each instructor is responsible for assigning two individuals per handicapped student(s) to assist them during the evacuation.

3.   Each instructor should check any adjoining areas, such as restrooms or supposedly vacant classrooms, to be sure that anyone in the room is notified to evacuate.

4.   The instructor should be the last individual to leave the building.

5.   When the students have safely evacuated the building, the instructor will check to see that all students are accounted for.  If someone is unaccounted for, the instructor should immediately notify University Police or Emergency Officials on the scene.

A tornado watch means that tornados and thunderstorms are possible.

A tornado warning means that a tornado has been sighted in the area.

If a tornado is sighted approaching the campus:

1.   If time permits, go to interior hallways on the lowest floor.  

2.   If time does not permit, get into the safest area of your classroom/room/or office (away from windows and doors).

3.   Avoid windows, auditoriums, gymnasiums, or other structures with wide, free span roofs.

4.   Take shelter underneath your desk or any heavy furniture.

5.   Assume a position so as to protect your head and eyes.

6.   Stay inside until someone in authority has cleared it for you to leave the building.

7.   If you are qualified in First Aid, render assistance needed.

DESIGNATED AREAS FOR DORM RESIDENTS TO REPORT DURING SEVERE WEATHER

A.  Pine, Oak, West Hall residents - Move from rooms to ground floor hallways, staying clear of glass and entrance doors.

B.  Wellons Hall - Move froms rooms into suite hallways, stay clear of balconies and entrance doors.

C. North Hall - Congregate along ground floor of the Education building, staying clear of glass entrance doors.

D. Belk Hall Residents - Congregate along ground level corridor of Moore hall, staying clear of glass entrance doors.

E. University Village Apartment Residents - Congregate to Dial Building, 1st floor, staying clear of glass entrance doors.

Inclement Weather

During periods of inclement weather conditions there may be certain periods of time when it will be necessary for the University to be closed.  Inclement weather includes ice and snow storms, tornados, hurricanes, and storms that present a threat to the campus population while attending or traveling to and from the University.

When the threat or the presence of inclement weather presents a safety hazard to the campus population, it is the responsibility of the Chancellor, or during his absence, the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, to make the decision to close the campus.

The University will remain open for classes unless there is a clear and present danger to the campus population.  Reports of the closing of local public schools or community colleges must not be interpreted as implying that UNC Pembroke is to be closed; neither should forecasts of major storms.  The overriding concern of the University is to provide a quality, uninterrupted program of study without placing the campus population in an unreasonably hazardous situation.

On days when the University is to be closed, that decision will be made, if practical, by 6:00 am. Such a decision will be communicated to the local radio and television stations. This information will also be available from the University Adverse Weather Schedule 521-6888, UNCP website or University Police.

Announcements of emergency closings may take one of two forms.

1) Classes are suspended, but offices will remain open, or
2) Classes are suspended and all University offices are closed.

The University Police, Infirmary, and Cafeteria will remain open under all circumstances.  Facilities Operations, as necessary will assign an essential employee work crew.

The following radio and television stations will be notified of the closing of the University:

Chemical Spills

If identity of the chemical spill is unknown, treat it as a toxic chemical.  If in the judgement of the person or persons responsible for such material, the chemical spill presents any danger to themselves or others, the following steps should be taken:

1. Call theUniversity Police 521-6235, provide your name and location of emergency.

2. With proper training or knowledge of the chemical, confine or stop the spill by using absorbent materials on hand, avoiding contact with skin, eyes, and clothing and avoid shutting the doors to the room.

3. Sound the building fire alarm so evacuation can begin.

4. Evacuate to a safe place at least 300 feet away from the building.  Do not return until approval is given by authorized personnel.

5. DO NOT WALK THROUGH OR STAND IN SMOKE CLOUDS.

6. After evacuating, stay with your co-workers/classmates so supervisors and instructors can determine if the building has been safely evacuated.

Hazardous Gas Leaks

If a gas cylinder should begin leaking, and if in the judgement of the person or persons responsible for such materials, it presents any danger to themselves or others, the following steps should be taken:

1. Call University Police 521-6235 providing your name and location of the incident.

2.  Extinguish all open flames to stop the chances of ignition.

3.  Sound the building fire alarm so that evacuation can begin.

4.   Evacuate to a safe place at least 300 feet from the building.  Do not return to the building until approval is given by authorized personnel.

5.  DO NOT WALK THROUGH OR STAND IN AREAS OF HIGH GAS CONCENTRATIONS.

6.  Suspected gas leaks or suspicious odors should be reported to the University Police 521-6235 so that appropriate action can be taken.

The Facilities Operations department maintains the University buildings and grounds with a concern for safety and security.  It inspects campus facilities regularly, promptly makes regular repairs affecting safety and security, and responds to safety and security hazards, such as broken windows and locks.  The University police department assists the Physical Plant by conducting regular safety inspections and reporting potential safety hazards.  Members of the campus community may also call Physical Plant 521-6233 to report any safety or security hazard.

Except for residence halls, most University facilities are open to the public during the day and evening hours when classes are in session.  During the time that the University is officially closed, University buildings are generally locked and only those with proper ID are admitted.

The University Police department constantly works to develop procedures and programs to ensure that all facilities are free from uninvited visitors and guests, but it is necessary that everyone take an active role in making sure unknown/suspicious persons are idendified. Contact the University Police and report any suspicious persons or activity.

CRIME STATISTICS

CRIME	2004	2005	2006
HOMICIDE	0	0	0
MURDER/NON-NEGLIGENT MANSLAUGHTER	0	0	0
NEGLIGENT MANSLAUGHTER	0	0	0
FORCIBLE SEX OFFENSES	1	0	0
NON-FORCIBLE SEX OFFENSES	0	0	0
ROBBERY	1	2	0
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT	1	1	0
SIMPLE ASSAULT	7	8	6
BURGLARY	5	12	15
LARCENY	54	58	62
MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT	3	3	1
ARSON	0	0	0
VANDALISM	42	22	39
HATE CRIMES	0	0	0
ARRESTS
LIQUOR LAW VIOLATIONS	4	6	5
DRUG ABUSE VIOLATIONS	5	2	4
WEAPON POSSESSIONS	4	3	2
CAMPUS DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS	47	59	89
DRUG VIOLATIONS	36	46	42
WEAPONS	8	4	6

  *Colleges and universities are required by the Hate Crimes Statistics Act to provide statistics on
those crimes such as murder, rape, and aggravated assault which were committed based on race,
religion, sexual orientation or ethnicity.  The UNC Pembroke Police Department did not receive
any reports of Hate Crimes during the 2005-2006 year.

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