{
  "id": "2017-08-06-georgia-institute-of-technology-eighth-street-carjacking",
  "slug": "georgia-institute-of-technology-eighth-street-carjacking-2017-08-06",
  "institution": {
    "name": "Georgia Institute of Technology",
    "shortName": "Georgia Tech",
    "state": "GA",
    "type": "public-r1",
    "alertSystemName": "GTENS / GTPD Clery Safety Alert",
    "enrollment": 45000
  },
  "incident": {
    "date": "2017-08-06",
    "type": "carjacking",
    "cleryCategory": "timely-warning",
    "resolution": "under-investigation",
    "headline": "Carjacking on Eighth Street near University House Midtown",
    "headlinePublic": "Carjacking on Eighth Street near University House Midtown",
    "summary": "Georgia Tech Police [published a Clery Act Safety Alert](https://police.gatech.edu/sites/default/files/documents/crimealerts/2017/8-6-17.pdf) dated 2017-08-06 concerning this incident. Full flyer text is preserved from the official GTPD crime-alerts PDF.",
    "outcome": "See official GTPD Clery Act Safety Alert for investigation status and community guidance."
  },
  "alerts": [
    {
      "sequence": 1,
      "type": "initial",
      "channel": "email",
      "verbatimText": "Clery Act Safety Alert\nOff Campus Carjacking\nIncident Date/Time: August 6, 2017, at approximately 1:00 a.m.\nIncident Location: Eighth Street between Williams Street and Spring Street, near the University House Midtown parking deck entrance\nIncident Description: The victim, who is not affiliated with the Institute, was standing outside of his rented vehicle when he observed the suspect exit the passenger side of a blue compact car and run towards him with a gun in his hand. The suspect got into the driver’s seat, pointed a handgun at the passengers and demanded they exit the vehicle. The passengers complied, and the stolen vehicle and suspect vehicle were last seen headed north on Williams Street towards Tenth Street. There were no injuries reported. Descriptions of Suspect: Black male 18-22 years of age Thin build 5'5\" tall Short dark hair Black short sleeve t-shirt Dark pants Armed with a handgun\nSuspect Vehicle: Blue compact hatchback Description of Stolen Vehicle: 2016 White Nissan Altima with an unknown Illinois license plate\nStatus of Investigation: This incident is being investigated by the Atlanta Police Department. Report any information regarding this and other criminal incidents to Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-TIPS (8477).\nSee Something, Say Something Report any information regarding this and other criminal incidents to the Georgia Tech Police Department (GTPD) by calling 404-894-2500 or by emailing crimetips@police.gatech.edu. In addition, you can help GTPD and the community fight crime. Don’t look the other way or ignore suspicious activity. If you see something that prompts concern, say something and notify GTPD immediately.\nAdditional Safety Information for Georgia Tech Walk in well lit areas. To report inoperative exterior campus lighting, visit: http://www.facilities.gatech.edu/outdoor-lighting-request. Walk with a friend or in a group. Be aware of your surroundings. Immediately report suspicious activity to the Georgia Tech Police by calling 404-894-2500. Program GTPD's number into your cell phone. For on campus transportation from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., please call Stingerette at 404-385RIDE. Safety escorts are available through the Georgia Tech Police Department by calling 404-8942500 or 4-GTPD. Download the LiveSafe safety app for quick access to the Georgia Tech Police Department and other safety resources.\nClery Act Requirements Federal law, the Clery Act, requires colleges and universities to report certain crime statistics as well as to make timely notifications about crimes that pose a threat to the community. The purpose of this alert is to help make you aware of crime so that you are able to take appropriate precautions. For more information, please visit www.police.gatech.edu.",
      "isVerbatimConfirmed": true,
      "sourceUrl": "https://police.gatech.edu/sites/default/files/documents/crimealerts/2017/8-6-17.pdf",
      "sourceDescription": "Georgia Tech Police Department Clery Act Safety Alert PDF",
      "annotations": [
        "Transcribed from official GTPD crime-alert PDF text layer; flattened word breaks."
      ],
      "characterCount": 2759,
      "confidence": "high",
      "timestamp": "2017-08-06T01:00:00-04:00"
    }
  ],
  "context": "Georgia Tech Police Department Clery Act Safety Alert PDF series under police.gatech.edu crimealerts.",
  "keyFindings": [
    "Official GTPD Clery PDF provides complete incident narrative, location, and investigation status."
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "type": "clery-asr",
      "title": "GTPD Clery Act Safety Alert",
      "url": "https://police.gatech.edu/sites/default/files/documents/crimealerts/2017/8-6-17.pdf",
      "accessDate": "2026-07-25"
    }
  ],
  "confidence": "high",
  "tags": [
    "clery",
    "georgia-tech",
    "gtpd",
    "carjacking"
  ],
  "dateAdded": "2026-07-25",
  "lastUpdated": "2026-07-25",
  "addedBy": "ingestion"
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