2024
Campus Safety Notice: Vehicle Burglaries
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FSU Police Dept: Increased repots of stolen scooters
Friday, March 22, 2024
The FSU Police Department has identified a recent crime trend of increased reports of stolen electric scooters from various locations around the campus. The FSUPD is actively investigating these incidents.
While we work diligently to investigate these thefts, members of our campus community are encouraged to take proactive measures by registering personal property such as electric scooters with the FSUPD using the online Property Registration portal and following these crime prevention tips:
• Choose Well-Lit Areas and Be Aware: Park your scooter in well-lit and high-traffic areas. Always be aware of your surroundings, and immediately report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.
• Record and Photograph: Record serial numbers and take photos of your expensive items, such as electric scooters, bicycles, laptops, etc., and register personal property with the FSUPD. This documentation can aid in recovery efforts if your property is stolen or lost. Visit the online Property Registration portal at: https://apps.its.fsu.edu/PropertyRegistration/PropertyRegistration.html.
• Use a Quality Lock and Secure to Fixed Objects: Regardless of how short your absence may be, lock your bicycle or scooter. It only takes seconds for someone to steal unsecured property. Invest in a high-quality lock specifically designed for scooters or bicycles. U-locks or heavy-duty chain locks are more secure than cable locks. Proper locking involves securing your bicycle or scooter frame to a solid, fixed object.
The FSU Police Department appreciates the cooperation and assistance of the campus community as we work together to maintain a secure environment for all FSU community members.
If you have information about these incidents, please contact the Florida State University Police Department at 850-644-1234 or Crime Solvers at 850-574-TIPS (8477).
FSU Police Dept: Attempted Armed Robbery
UPDATE: On April 4, 2024, the suspect in this case has been identified and arrested for Robbery with a Firearm, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon without the intent to kill, and Criminal Attempt or Solicit or Conspire to Commit - 1st Degree Felony.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
The Florida State University Police Department (FSUPD) is issuing a timely warning to the FSU community regarding an attempted armed robbery that occurred earlier today, March 19, 2024, at approximately 11:25 a.m. The incident took place on the 900 block of West Pensacola Street.
The victim, an FSU student, said he was approached by a suspect in a white Honda Civic. The suspect, a white male in his early 20s with tattoos on his neck, called the victim to the vehicle. Upon approaching, the suspect brandished a silver handgun and demanded the victim's property. The victim was unharmed as he promptly walked away from the suspect without complying with the demands.
Suspect Vehicle Description
Make/Model: White Honda Civic (2005-2011)
Type: 4-door sedan
License Plate: Unknown
Suspect Descriptions
Driver (Suspect 1)
Gender: Male
Age: Early 20s
Description: White male with tattoos on neck
Passenger (Suspect 2)
Gender: Male
Age: Early 20s
Description: White male wearing a red basketball jersey
Anyone with information regarding this crime is urged to contact FSUPD at (850) 644-1234 or Big Bend Crime Solvers at (850) 574-TIPS.
The safety and security of our students, faculty, staff and visitors are paramount to FSUPD. Members of the FSU community are reminded to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately to law enforcement.
2023
FSU Police Dept: Increase in spiked beverages
Friday, October 20, 2023
The Florida State University Police Department has received information that there has been an increase in spiked beverages on or around campus locations.
Drink spiking is when an offender adds a scentless, colorless, and tasteless drug in the drink or on the drink container of an unsuspecting victim. The effects of the spiking can vary for each person. Symptoms can range from loss of balance, visual impairment, confusion, or nausea. In some cases, the victim could lose consciousness.
The Florida State University Police Department would like to remind all community members of the following ways to safeguard yourself and others from drink spiking.
Safety Tips When Going Out:
- Be aware of drinks in punch bowls or other containers that can be easily "spiked" (when alcohol or another drug is added to a drink without permission).
- Don't accept drinks from other people. If someone offers to get you a drink from a bar or at a party, go with the person to order your drink. Watch your drink as it is poured and carry it yourself.
- Open your drink yourself. Keep control of it at all times.
- Signs that a drink has been spiked are a change in taste, smell or color; foggy or cloudy appearance; excessive bubbles; or sinking ice. If you notice any of these signs, do not drink your drink.
- Drugs can be placed on the outside of closed cans and bottles. If you accept a drink, wipe off any drink container whether it is open or closed.
- Don't drink more than you want to just because someone else wants you to. Don't drink more than you want to so that someone else will like you or be impressed.
- Get help right away if you feel drunk and haven't had any alcohol or if you feel like the effects of drinking alcohol are stronger than usual. Find a friend who can help you get to a safe place.
- Look out for your friends and ask them to look out for you. You can play a powerful role in helping other people stay safe. If a friend seems out of it, seems much too drunk for the amount of alcohol they drank, is acting out of character, or seems too drunk to stay safe in general, get them to a safe place. Ask your friends to do the same for you.
- Get support even if you can't remember exactly what happened. Some substances used in drink spiking can cause short-term memory loss, are odorless, colorless and tasteless, or can be hard to see if your drink is dark.
Drink Spiking Symptoms:
- Feeling drunk, woozy or drowsy
- Feeling "out of it" or drunker than expected
- Mental confusion
- Speech difficulties (such as slurring)
- Memory loss
- Loss of inhibitions
- Nausea and vomiting
- Breathing problems
- Muscle spasms or seizures
- Lowered body temperature and blood pressure
- Loss of consciousness
- An unusually long hangover
- A severe hangover when you had little or no alcohol to drink
The Florida State University Police Department is available to assist any member of the University community in an emergency. If you feel you have been a victim of drink spiking and you need immediate assistance, call 9-1-1 or FSUPD at 850-644-1234.
In addition, there are numerous resources both on and off campus to assist the FSU community. For more information on Drink Spiking Prevention, please visit the FSU Department of Student Support and Transitions Drink Spiking Prevention at https://dsst.fsu.edu/resources/drink-spiking-prevention.
Online reporting at: https://report.fsu.edu/
Victim Advocate Program
Call 24/7 850-644-7101
University Health Services
850-644-8871
TALLAHASSEE CRIME BULLETIN: SEXUAL BATTERY
Sunday, March 5, 2023
The Florida State University Police Department is investigating a sexual battery that occurred Sunday, March 5, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m.
The female victim stated she was attending an event in the Student Union and entered a women’s restroom where she was grabbed by an unknown male who pulled her into a stall.
The subject is described as a college-aged white male, 5’10” and 190 lbs., with straight dark hair, last seen wearing a polo type shirt and a COVID-style face covering.
Anyone with information about this crime is urged to contact the FSU Police Department at 850-644-1234.
All members of the community are encouraged to travel in pairs, utilize the buddy system, avoid isolated areas, and report suspicious activity immediately to police.
2022
None Available
2021
**CRIME BULLETIN***
The Florida State University Police Department is investigating a battery complaint that occurred Friday, June 4, 2021, at approximately 7:25 p.m. in the area of Williams Building and Dodd Hall.
The female victim was on campus running when an unknown black male followed and grabbed her in a “bear hug” from behind. The victim was able to break free of the grasp and get away from the subject. The subject fled the area in an unknown direction.
The victim was not injured in this incident.
Suspect Description:
Black male, approximately 5'2", late teenage to early 20s, slender build, short haircut, small face, and gaps between his teeth.
Last Seen Wearing:
White t-shirt, possibly with an unknown design on the chest area.
Unknown color shorts/bottoms but possibly dark in color.
Small to medium size bicycle that possibly had red stripes on it.
If you have any information about this crime, please contact Investigator Justin Reed at (850) 354-1067 at the Florida State University Police Department or email jsreed@fsu.edu.
2020
Crime Bulletin - Robbery
The Tallahassee Police Department is investigating an early morning armed robbery that occurred in the 700 block of Lafayette Street.
On Tuesday, September 22, 2020, at approximately 12:40 AM, three unknown male suspects robbed the victim, current FSU student, while brandishing a tan handgun with an extended magazine taking the victim’s wallet, keys, and cell phone. There were no reported injuries to the victim.
All three suspects were described as black males, wearing all dark clothing, and college aged. The primary suspect wore a black hoodie, shorts, and brandished the aforementioned handgun.
If you have any information regarding this crime, please contact the Tallahassee Police Department. The Tallahassee Police Department is the primary investigating agency.
Crime Bulletin - Aggravated Assault
On Sunday, September 6, 2020, at approximately 12:13 AM, an unknown male suspect was observed sitting on a short wall, verbally harassing pedestrians on the sidewalk. Two current FSU students were among the pedestrians and approached the suspect as he verbally harassed them. As the students got closer, the suspect pulled a silver handgun from a black fanny pack. Upon sight of the handgun, the students fled the area while the suspect was observed running south toward Jefferson Street. The victims were unharmed during the incident.
The suspect is described as a white male, 30-35 years of age, wearing white head phones, a gray and white striped shirt, gray shorts, and the aforementioned black fanny pack.
The gun is described as a small, silver handgun.
If you have any information about this crime, please contact Investigator Ryan Bailey at 850-644-3293 at the Florida State University Police Department.
2019
Crime Bulletin: Armed Robbery
On Sunday, February 24,2019, at approximately 2:20 a.m., the FSU Police Department responded to the area of the 400 block of College Avenue in response to a reported armed robbery of pedestrians. Possible suspects were observed by FSUPD officers fleeing the area in a vehicle, away from campus. The Tallahassee Police Department was notified and took the lead on the investigation. A short time later, FSUPD and TPD officers apprehended two of the three suspects without further incident, away from campus.
FSUPD is working with TPD's Violent Crimes Unit on this ongoing investigation. A detailed description of the remaining suspect is unavailable at this time. More details will be provided by the City of Tallahassee Police Department.
Crime Bulletin: Robbery with a Firearm
On Sunday April 28, 2019 at approximately 2:45 AM FSU PD responded to a report of a robbery of Pizza delivery driver near Wildwood Hall. According to the victim, the suspect demanded the pizza and implied he had a weapon in his vehicle. The driver handed over pizza. The suspect fled south on Varsity Drive towards Pensacola Street away from campus. A witness in the area during the incident stated they observed the suspect was armed with black semi auto handgun during the crime. The witness described two vehicles possibly involved in this incident leaving the scene.
Descriptions of vehicles that fled the scene:
Gray Honda Accord or Hyundai, possible Florida tag: IX7Z46
Driver: Black male;
Passenger (Suspect): white male, 6’1-6’2, 18-25 years of age, wearing gray t-shirt, jeans and black Nike shoes. This subject had a goatee or beard.
Black Convertible Mustang: unknown tag and five or more subjects inside the vehicle.
There was a 15-20 minute time delay with the report of this crime to law enforcement. No one was injured during this incident.
Crime Bulletin: Robbery with a Firearm
On Sunday, June 9, 2019 at approximately 1:30 AM an armed robbery occurred at 320 W Jefferson, near the FSU Law Advocacy Center. The victim (not affiliated with FSU) was robbed and pistol whipped by two (2) suspects who were lying in wait and ambushed the victim. They pistol whipped the victim and fled on bicycles, possibly across the area of the law school/Civic Center, headed south.
The suspects are described as:
2 Black male juveniles. One heavy set and tall, the other short and thin. One suspect was wearing a dark hoodie with a hat. Both armed with a hand gun.
The Tallahassee Police Department is the primary investigating agency.
The FSUPD is investigating an early morning strong armed robbery that occurred near the intersection of Call Street and Convocation Way.
On Sunday, October 6, 2019, at approximately 2:25 AM, two unknown male suspects robbed the victim, a current FSU student, at the intersection of Call Street and Convocation Way as the victim and their sibling were walking to their residence hall. The victim was attacked by one of the suspects (Suspect 1 below) before having their property removed from their person. The suspects ran east away from Call Street and Convocation Way immediately following the robbery. No weapons were observed by the victim during the robbery. Suspect 1 made implications he was carrying a weapon, but none were actually seen.
The suspects are described as the following:
Suspect 1 – Black male, dark complexion, approximately 6’01’’, thin, wearing a yellow/green striped tank top, gold Gucci brand belt, early 20’s, with a buzz cut style haircut.
Suspect 2 – Black male, approximately 5’08” – 5’09”, glasses, shoulder length dreads, college age and wearing a white t-shirt.
The FSUPD is investigating a robbery by sudden snatching that occurred in the 900 block of Learning Way on FSU’s main campus.
On Saturday, October 26, 2019, at approximately 11:30 PM, an unknown male suspect robbed the victim, a current FSU student, while walking along a sidewalk near Einstein’s Bagels. The victim and a friend walked west as the suspect approached quickly from the east. The suspect snatched the victim’s wallet from their hand, ran to a nearby parked car, and quickly fled the area. The last known direction of travel for the vehicle was southwest away from campus. A firearm was believed to have been seen as the suspect fled toward the vehicle. The Florida State University Police Department has increased patrol efforts on and around FSU’s main campus as a preventative measure while actively attempting to locate the suspect.
The suspect is described as the following:
Black male, approximately 5’6”, dark complexion, wearing a garnet FSU shirt and dark pants. The suspect appeared to be college aged (approximately 20 years of age) and had a short buzzed style haircut.
The suspect’s vehicle is described as the following:
Black, Lexus, four door sedan, unknown vehicle tag.
Crime Bulletin - Aggravated Assault
On Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at approximately 1:35 p.m., an unknown male suspect approached the victim, a current FSU student, as the victim exited their vehicle in the main parking lot of the Civic Center. The suspect asked the victim to hold a grocery bag he was carrying and when the victim declined, the suspect pulled a gun from behind the bag and pointed it at the victim. The victim immediately fled the area and called 911 while the suspect departed on foot south toward the intersection of S. Macomb and St. Augustine streets. The victim was unharmed during the incident.
The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 5’5”, wearing a white ball cap, tattoos around his left eye, baggy clothing, clean shaven, possibly an eyebrow piercing, and carrying a beige color Publix or Walmart bag.
The gun is described as small (5-6 inches), silver with black trim, and described by the victim as a “pocket gun.”
2018
Robbery By Sudden Snatching - FSU Main Campus
On Friday, February 23, 2018, at approximately 1:50 AM, a current FSU student was robbed by two males outside of Landis Hall located on FSU campus. There were no weapons observed during the robbery. The victim advised the subjects requested a ride from the area of Madison Street to FSU campus. The victim advised he drove the subjects to the area of Landis Hall where they all exited the vehicle and had a brief conversation outside the residence hall. During the conversation the suspects snatched money from the victim and fled the area on foot heading southwest towards Jefferson Street. One suspect has been identified and arrest warrants are pending. If you have any information about this incident please call FSUPD at 850-644-1234.
Suspect 1 is approximately 6’0” tall and was wearing a blue polo style shirt, khaki pants, black shoes, and had short twists hair style.
Suspect 2 is approximately 6’0” and was wearing a gray t-shirt, stone or acid washed jeans and has a low haircut. (Identified February 23, 2018)
Crime Bulletin – Carjacking of Motor Scooter
On September 28, 2018, at approximately 2:24 p.m., a student reported an unknown suspect threatened to spray her with pepper spray and stole their motor scooter. This occurred at the northwest entrance to the Spirit Way Parking Garage. The suspect pushed the victim off of their scooter and attempted to grab their cellular phone. The suspect drove off on the victim’s scooter and was last observed traveling north on stadium drive.
The suspect was described as a middle eastern male, in his forties, approximately 5’6” tall wearing black sweatpants, a gray tee shirt, sunglasses, and sandals. The suspect was wearing a black backpack, and was described as having a heavy accent.
The scooter is a 2018 Gator scooter, black with a white front cover and orange handlebars. The scooter has a displayed Florida Tag of MATR57.
The FSU Police Department is actively investigating this case. If you have any information concerning this offense or suspect, please contact the FSU Police Department at 850-644-1234. If you wish to provide information anonymously, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 850-574-TIPS, or online at www.bbcsi.org. Remember, with Crime Stoppers, you don’t have to give your name and the information you provide may make you eligible for a reward of up to $3000.
2017
Armed Robbery – Main FSU Campus
On October 24, 2017, at about 12:45am, two FSU students reported they were robbed in the 500 block of W. College Avenue. As the students walked, a male approached from behind. He showed a firearm and demanded the students’ personal belongings and they complied. The suspect then fled the area when he entered the passenger side of a unknown make and model silver automobile. The students were not injured.
The victims described the suspects as follows:
Suspect 1 – male, black, wearing a dark hat, dark zip-up hoodie jacket, dark glasses, baggie dark colored pants, and a red key chain around his neck. Armed with a handgun.
Suspect 2 – Vehicle Driver – description is not known at this time.
Vehicle Description: Silver unknown make and model automobile.
FSUPD is actively investigating this case and asks that anyone having information concerning this incident to please call the FSU Police at 850-644-1234. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call Big Bend Crime Stoppers at 850-574-TIPS, or visit them online at bbcsi.org. Remember, with Crime Stoppers, you never have to give your name and the information you provide may make you eligible for a reward of up to 3000 dollars.
2016
None Available
2015
CRIME BULLETIN: 10/13/15 - Park Avenue Battery
On 10/13/15 at about 1:54am, in the 500 block of Park Avenue, an FSU student reported she was the victim of a battery. The student advised she was walking when a male approached her and attempted to make conversation. The student reported she walked away and the male ran up behind her and attempted to cover her mouth with his hand. The student resisted and screamed, and the suspect ran away. The victim was not injured.
The victim described the suspect as a black male, approximately 6’01” tall with a muscular build, and bald. The victim further described the suspect as wearing a black “muscle shirt” and khaki shorts, and carrying a black backpack.
The Florida State University Police Department is actively investigating this case. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the FSUPD at (850) 644-1234. You may also provide information anonymously by contacting Big Bend Crime Stoppers at (850) 574-TIPS (8477) or online at www.bbcsi.org. Remember, with Crime Stoppers, you don’t have to give your name and the information you provide may make you eligible for a reward of up to $1000.
