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Sexual assault crime alert for campus community — Glen Street

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University of Michigan DPSS published a public safety notice on or about 2024-04-28. Full text is preserved from the official news.dpss.umich.edu archive.

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INITIAL ALERTEmail
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Crime Alert 2024-03: Sexual Assault Summary: The University of Michigan Police Department is investigating a sexual assault. The information received is that the victim met an individual after communicating on a dating app. The sexual assault occurred in his vehicle. This is an active investigation. Suspect(s): White male with a dark complexion, 5’8”, short dark hair, close cut beard and mustache, approximately 22 years of age, slim build, black pants, gray shirt Suspect Vehicle: Blue-colored four door sport utility vehicle If you have any information, please contact the U-M Division of Public Safety and Security at (734) 763-1131 or email UM-DPSS-Tips@umich.edu Remember: - Be aware of your surroundings - Walk with a trusted friend or co-worker when possible - Trust your intuition. If a situation makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, choose an alternative - If you see something, say something. Report suspicious behavior. Call 911 - Confidential Tip Line 1-800-863-1355 - Consider late-night transportation options Sexual assault is any sexual activity that occurs in the absence of consent. The responsibility lies with the perpetrator, not the survivor – no one deserves, asks for, or provokes sexual assault. The University of Michigan Police Department’s Special Victims Unit strives to provide a safe, caring environment where victims are empowered to take action. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, we encourage you to report it to law enforcement. For updates, visit dpss.umich.edu
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Message elements

How the first alert is built

To check this alert, Claude Opus 5.5 (an AI) read it in full 25 separate times, independently. Each read decided whether the message answers each of the six questions and gave a short reason. A final reviewer then weighed all 25 and wrote the plain-English verdict you see when you open a row. The score (for example 22/25) is how many reads agreed; the 25 individual reads are tucked underneath if you want to check them.

Crime Alert 2024-03: Sexual Assault Summary: The University of Michigan Police Department is investigating a sexual assault. The information received is that the victim met an individual after communicating on a dating app. The sexual assault occurred in his vehicle. This is an active investigation. Suspect(s): White male with a dark complexion, 5’8”, short dark hair, close cut beard and mustache, approximately 22 years of age, slim build, black pants, gray shirt Suspect Vehicle: Blue-colored four door sport utility vehicle If you have any information, please contact the U-M Division of Public Safety and Security at (734) 763-1131 or email UM-DPSS-Tips@umich.edu Remember: - Be aware of your surroundings - Walk with a trusted friend or co-worker when possible - Trust your intuition. If a situation makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, choose an alternative - If you see something, say something. Report suspicious behavior. Call 911 - Confidential Tip Line 1-800-863-1355 - Consider late-night transportation options Sexual assault is any sexual activity that occurs in the absence of consent. The responsibility lies with the perpetrator, not the survivor – no one deserves, asks for, or provokes sexual assault. The University of Michigan Police Department’s Special Victims Unit strives to provide a safe, caring environment where victims are empowered to take action. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, we encourage you to report it to law enforcement. For updates, visit dpss.umich.edu

  • Sourcepresent25/25

    Final assessment

    Present, unanimously: the alert opens with "The University of Michigan Police Department is investigating a sexual assault", naming the authority.

    Who is sending the alert and who is responding. People act faster on a message from a clearly identifiable, credible sender, such as a named department, the police, or a branded alert system, than on an anonymous notice. A branded signature counts.

    See all 25 individual reads
    1. present: University of Michigan Police Department.
    2. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    3. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    4. present: Names 'The University of Michigan Police Department'.
    5. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    6. present: The University of Michigan Police Department is named.
    7. present: Names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    8. present: Names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    9. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    10. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    11. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    12. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department.
    13. present: The University of Michigan Police Department is named.
    14. present: UMPD is named.
    15. present: University of Michigan Police Department.
    16. present: The alert names 'The University of Michigan Police Department' as the agency investigating the sexual assault.
    17. present: It names the University of Michigan Police Department as the agency investigating the reported sexual assault.
    18. present: The alert names 'The University of Michigan Police Department' as the agency investigating the sexual assault.
    19. present: It names 'The University of Michigan Police Department' as investigating.
    20. present: It names 'The University of Michigan Police Department' as the agency investigating the reported sexual assault.
    21. present: It says 'The University of Michigan Police Department is investigating a sexual assault'.
    22. present: It names 'The University of Michigan Police Department' as investigating, identifying the source of the alert.
    23. present: It says 'The University of Michigan Police Department is investigating a sexual assault'.
    24. present: It names 'The University of Michigan Police Department' as the investigating agency.
    25. present: It says 'The University of Michigan Police Department is investigating a sexual assault'.
  • Hazardpresent25/25

    Final assessment

    Present, unanimously: it names a "Sexual Assault" that followed a meeting arranged on a dating app, a specific crime.

    What the threat actually is. A complete warning names the specific danger, such as a shooter, a fire, a tornado, or a gas leak, rather than a vague emergency, because people decide what to do based on what they are facing.

    See all 25 individual reads
    1. present: Sexual assault.
    2. present: 'Sexual Assault'.
    3. present: It names a sexual assault.
    4. present: Names a 'Sexual Assault'.
    5. present: It names a "Sexual Assault".
    6. present: It names a sexual assault.
    7. present: Names 'Sexual Assault'.
    8. present: Names a sexual assault.
    9. present: It names a sexual assault.
    10. present: It names a 'Sexual Assault'.
    11. present: It names a sexual assault.
    12. present: It names a sexual assault.
    13. present: It names a sexual assault.
    14. present: It reports a sexual assault.
    15. present: A sexual assault.
    16. present: The alert reports 'a sexual assault' that occurred after the victim met someone through a dating app.
    17. present: It names a sexual assault that occurred after the victim met someone through a dating app.
    18. present: The alert reports 'a sexual assault' that occurred after the victim met someone through a dating app.
    19. present: It names a 'Sexual Assault' after a dating-app meeting.
    20. present: It reports 'a sexual assault' that occurred in the suspect's vehicle after a dating app meeting.
    21. present: It names 'a sexual assault' after a dating app meeting.
    22. present: It reports a 'Sexual Assault' by an individual met through a dating app, a specific crime.
    23. present: It names a 'Sexual Assault' that occurred in the suspect's vehicle after a dating app meeting.
    24. present: It names a 'Sexual Assault' that occurred after a dating app meeting.
    25. present: It names a 'Sexual Assault' that followed a meeting arranged on a dating app, which is a specific crime.
  • Locationabsent0/25

    Final assessment

    Absent, unanimously: the assault is said only to have occurred "in his vehicle", with no street, building, or area given.

    Where the threat is. Saying whether danger is in a specific building, a part of campus, or area-wide lets people judge their own proximity and choose a safe direction. Without a where, a warning is hard to act on precisely.

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    1. absent: Only 'his vehicle', no place.
    2. absent: Only 'his vehicle'; no place is given.
    3. absent: It says only "in his vehicle" with no place named.
    4. absent: Only 'his vehicle'; no place is given.
    5. absent: Only "his vehicle" is given; no place is named.
    6. absent: Only "his vehicle" is mentioned, no place.
    7. absent: Only says 'in his vehicle', with no identifiable place.
    8. absent: Only 'in his vehicle', no identifiable place.
    9. absent: It says only 'his vehicle' with no place.
    10. absent: Only 'his vehicle' is given, no identifiable place.
    11. absent: Only 'his vehicle' is given, no identifiable place.
    12. absent: Only 'his vehicle' is mentioned, not a place.
    13. absent: Only 'his vehicle' is mentioned, no place.
    14. absent: Only "his vehicle" is mentioned, no place.
    15. absent: Only 'his vehicle', no named place.
    16. absent: It says only that the assault 'occurred in his vehicle', with no named place.
    17. absent: It says only that the assault occurred 'in his vehicle', naming no place.
    18. absent: It says only 'in his vehicle' and gives no street, building, or area.
    19. absent: It says only that the assault 'occurred in his vehicle', with no place named.
    20. absent: It only says the assault 'occurred in his vehicle', naming no place or area.
    21. absent: It says only 'in his vehicle', giving no building, street, or area.
    22. absent: It says only that the assault 'occurred in his vehicle', with no named place.
    23. absent: It says only that the assault happened 'in his vehicle' and names no street, building, or area.
    24. absent: It says only that the assault occurred 'in his vehicle', with no named place.
    25. absent: It says only that the assault occurred 'in his vehicle', with no street, building, or area given.
  • Guidancepresent25/25

    Final assessment

    Present, unanimously: the reminders tell readers to "Walk with a trusted friend" and "Consider late-night transportation options".

    The protective action to take. A clear, specific instruction, such as shelter in place, evacuate, avoid the area, or run-hide-fight, drives faster and more correct protective behavior than describing the threat alone.

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    1. present: Safety tips such as walking with a friend.
    2. present: Tips include walking with a friend and calling 911.
    3. present: It advises walking with a friend and considering late night transportation.
    4. present: Tips advise 'Walk with a trusted friend or co-worker when possible'.
    5. present: Tips say to walk with a trusted friend and call 911.
    6. present: It says walk with a friend and consider late night transportation.
    7. present: Tips say to walk with a friend and report suspicious behavior.
    8. present: Tips say walk with a trusted friend and call 911.
    9. present: It lists precautions such as walking with a friend.
    10. present: Tips instruct walking with a trusted friend and calling 911.
    11. present: It advises walking with a friend and calling 911.
    12. present: Tips say walk with a trusted friend.
    13. present: Tips advise walking with a friend and reporting suspicious behavior.
    14. present: Tips advise walking with a friend and calling 911.
    15. present: Tips like walking with a friend and late-night transport.
    16. present: It advises 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    17. present: It advises 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    18. present: Its tips say to 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    19. present: It advises 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    20. present: It advises 'Walk with a trusted friend' and to 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    21. present: Tips advise 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    22. present: It advises 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    23. present: It advises to 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    24. present: Tips say 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
    25. present: Its reminders say 'Walk with a trusted friend' and 'Consider late-night transportation options'.
  • Timeabsent0/25

    Final assessment

    Absent, unanimously: no date, clock time, or recency cue is given for the assault; "This is an active investigation" describes police status only.

    When the message applies. A timestamp, the word now or immediately, or a phrase like until further notice tells the reader whether the danger is current and how quickly to act.

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    1. absent: No date or time.
    2. absent: No date or time; 'active investigation' is not a clear time cue.
    3. absent: "Active investigation" is not a clock time or date, and no date appears.
    4. absent: No date, time, or recency cue appears.
    5. absent: No date, time, or recency cue for the incident appears.
    6. absent: No date or time is given.
    7. absent: No date or time is given.
    8. absent: No date or time cue is given.
    9. absent: No time or date is given.
    10. absent: No date or time is given.
    11. absent: No date or time is given.
    12. absent: No time or date is given.
    13. absent: 'active investigation' is not a clock time, date or recency cue.
    14. absent: No date or time appears.
    15. absent: No time or date given.
    16. absent: No date or clock time appears; 'active investigation' is not a time reference.
    17. absent: It says 'This is an active investigation' but gives no date, time, or recency cue.
    18. absent: No date or clock time is stated; 'active investigation' describes status, not when anything occurred.
    19. absent: No date, clock time, or recency word is given for the assault.
    20. absent: No date or clock time for the assault is given; 'active investigation' is not a hazard time.
    21. absent: No date, clock time, or recency cue is given for the assault.
    22. absent: It says 'This is an active investigation' but gives no date or clock time.
    23. absent: No date, clock time, or recency word describes when the assault in the vehicle occurred.
    24. absent: No date or time is given; 'active investigation' describes police status only.
    25. absent: It calls this 'an active investigation' but gives no date, clock time, or recency cue for the assault.
  • Impactabsent0/25

    Final assessment

    Absent, unanimously: the alert names the sexual assault and describes the suspect but states no injury or explicit severity beyond the crime itself.

    What the hazard could do to the people in its path. Beyond naming the threat, a complete warning conveys its potential consequences or severity, such as that a tornado can level buildings or that a leak could be explosive, so recipients grasp how much danger they are in. Research on warning message content finds that a concrete impact statement helps people personalize their risk and act sooner.

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    1. absent: No consequence stated.
    2. absent: No stated consequence or severity.
    3. absent: No consequence or severity is stated.
    4. absent: No consequence or severity statement.
    5. absent: No injury or severity statement is made.
    6. absent: No consequence or severity is stated.
    7. absent: No explicit severity statement is made.
    8. absent: No explicit consequence or severity beyond the crime.
    9. absent: No consequence or severity statement appears.
    10. absent: No consequence or severity beyond the crime name is stated.
    11. absent: No consequence or severity is stated.
    12. absent: No consequence or severity is stated.
    13. absent: No injury or severity statement appears.
    14. absent: No consequence is stated.
    15. absent: No severity statement.
    16. absent: Beyond naming the sexual assault, no consequence or severity statement is made.
    17. absent: It names the assault but states no consequence or severity beyond that.
    18. absent: It names the sexual assault but offers no further statement of injury or severity.
    19. absent: It names the assault but states no injury or explicit severity.
    20. absent: It describes the assault but states no injury or explicit severity of the threat.
    21. absent: It names the assault but states no injury or explicit severity.
    22. absent: It describes the assault and suspect but states no consequence or severity beyond naming the crime.
    23. absent: It does not state injury or severity beyond naming the sexual assault and describing the suspect.
    24. absent: The assault is named but no specific injury or severity is described.
    25. absent: It names the assault but states no injury or explicit severity beyond the crime itself.

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Official public safety archive notice from University of Michigan.
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Campus Alert Archive. "University of Michigan: Sexual assault crime alert for campus community — Glen Street." Incident of April 28, 2024. Added July 2026; last updated September 2026. https://campusalertarchive.com/case/university-of-michigan-sexual-assault-canceled-2024-04-28/

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