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  "id": "2019-04-25-clemson-university-motorcycle-thefts",
  "slug": "clemson-university-motorcycle-thefts-2019-04-25",
  "institution": {
    "name": "Clemson University",
    "shortName": "Clemson",
    "state": "SC",
    "type": "public-r1",
    "alertSystemName": "CU Alert",
    "enrollment": 28000
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  "incident": {
    "date": "2019-04-25",
    "endDate": "2019-04-29",
    "type": "theft",
    "cleryCategory": "timely-warning",
    "resolution": "ongoing",
    "headline": "Motorcycle thefts on campus; crime prevention timely warning",
    "headlinePublic": "Motorcycle thefts on campus; crime prevention timely warning",
    "summary": "Clemson published a [CU SAFE ALERT motor vehicle theft notice for a motorcycle taken near Byrnes Hall](https://alerts.clemson.edu/2019/04/25/cu-safe-alert-motor-vehilce-theft/), a [follow-up when a motorcycle was recovered near Redfern with a fleeing suspect description](https://alerts.clemson.edu/2019/04/28/cu-safe-alert-theft-motorcycle-recovered-at-redfern/), and a [Clery timely warning covering two motorcycle thefts with prevention tips](https://alerts.clemson.edu/2019/04/29/cupd-multiple-motorcycle-thefts-reported-crime-prevention-reminder/).",
    "outcome": "Two motorcycle thefts over three days; investigation ongoing at time of notices.",
    "casualties": {
      "killed": 0,
      "injured": 0
    }
  },
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      "sequence": 1,
      "type": "initial",
      "timestampApprox": "2019-04-25 ~21:46 (CU Alerts)",
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      "verbatimText": "A motorcycle was taken from Byrnes Hall on 04/25/19 between the hours of 9:00 am and 7:25 pm. It is a 2015 Yamaha YZFR3 white and red in color South Carolina license plate ZF75957. If you observe this motorcycle please do not approach immediately notify Clemson University Police Department. There is currently no suspect information available at this time.\n\nCrime Prevention: How to Protect Your Motor Vehicle\n\nMany motor vehicle thefts are crimes of opportunity. Please note the following prevention tips:\n\n- Don’t leave keys in your vehicle\n\n- Park in well lit areas\n\n- Do not leave valuables in plain sight\n\n- Immediately report any suspicious activity to the Clemson University Police Department at 864-656-2222 or by dialing 911.\n\nThis information is being released in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.",
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      "timestampApprox": "2019-04-28 ~19:30 (CU Alerts)",
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      "verbatimText": "CU SAFE ALERT: Theft motorcycle recovered at Redfern. White male suspect wearing dark khaki pants and grey sweatshirt fled from the scene. Male early mid 20’s with mustache. Be aware of surroundings. Make sure to lock all vehicles and secure your possessions.",
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      "timestampApprox": "2019-04-29 ~17:17 (CU Alerts)",
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      "verbatimText": "The Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) is investigating two reported motorcycle thefts over a three-day period.\n\nOn Thursday, April 25, a 2015 red and white Yamaha was stolen from the motorcycle/moped parking area adjacent to Byrnes Hall. Attached find a photograph of a person of interest in reference to the theft.\n\nOn Sunday, April 28, a second motorcycle, a 2016 blue and silver Yamaha, was stolen from the E-1 parking lot between Hendrix Student Center and the Biosystems Research Complex. The owner of the second motorcycle witnessed an unknown subject on his vehicle near the greenhouses on Cherry Road. The subject fled on foot and was described as a white male with a slim build, short black hair and black facial hair. The subject was wearing a gray sweatshirt with a white t-shirt underneath along with dark pants.\n\nIf you have any information concerning these thefts, please contact CUPD at 864-656-2222. \n\nPolice offer these tips to help prevent future occurrences:\n\n- Lock your ignition and remove the key\n\n- Use locks to secure your motorcycle; locks take time to remove, which may deter theft\n\n- Attach and lock your motorcycle to a stationary object\n\n- Look for spots to park which are visible to the public\n\n- Do not leave a motorcycle running\n\n- Keep your vehicle information in a safe place\n\nIssued in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, a federal law originally known as the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990, that mandates timely notices to the campus community. The Clery Act is enforced by the U.S. Department of Education.\n\nIssued by the Office of University Relations",
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