News and Events (Updated Tuesday, 12/02/08 at 5:30am)   Crime Alert Bulletins   Armed Robbery - Knight Road   On Monday, 12/01/08, at 12:15pm, UT Police responded to a report of an Armed Robbery in the 7900 block of Knight Road.  The victim, who was walking northbound on the sidewalk, stated he was approached by two suspects that walked up from behind.  The victim stated one suspect had a silver handgun and demanded his laptop computer and wallet.  The victim stated he complied with the suspect's command.     The victim stated both suspects fled and returned to a vehicle that had a driver.  The suspects than left the area in the vehicle heading southbound on Knight Road as noted below; Three Black males Two suspects had baggy pants One suspect had a white cap Driving a Dodge Intrepid, blue or green in color If you have any information on this incident, please contact UT Police at (713) 792-2890.       Walter Phillips, Jr - Suspicious Person   On Saturday, 11/30/08, at 12:44am, UT Police received a report of a suspicious person at the UTHSC-H Professional Building.  The suspect was detained and identified as; Walter Phillips, Jr. Black male 5"10", 190 lbs 55 years of age Phillips, who had no official business on UT property, was issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and escorted off property.   If you see Phillips or other suspicious persons, contact UT Police at (713) 792-2890.   Holiday Safety Tips   With the upcoming holiday season, ensure you and your family remain safe.  Whether you're staying home, shopping or traveling, personal safety is the number one priority. When shopping, take a friend along for company.  Let family members know where you're going and what time you'll be returning.  Ensure you have a cell phone in the event your schedule changes or help is needed.  Take only the items you need - extra credit cards and cash need to be left at home. Park in well lit areas and be aware of your surroundings in parking lots.  Secure your vehicle and don't leave valuables in plain view.  As you return to your vehicle, have your keys out and check the surrounding area for suspicious persons.  Follow your instincts, if something doesn't feel right, turn around and go get help. Keep your vehicle in good condition.  Make sure you always have more than half a tank of gas.  If you have car trouble, try to pull off the road safely.  Make contact with a family member for help and remain in the vehicle. While driving, if you feel like you're being followed, don't go home.  Proceed to a fire station, convenience store or other populated area while sounding your horn.  Remain in your vehicle until help arrives. Don't stop for gas or use convenience stores after dark.  Never leave your vehicle unattended and unsecured, even for a minute. Don't use ATM's in isolated areas or after dark.  Have a friend with you who can maintain watch of the area as you complete your transaction.  Utilize timers at your home to keep the interior lit - make it look like you're at home even when your not. While at work, remember to secure all valuables, wear your UT ID Badge and report suspicious persons immediately to UT Police at (713) 792-2890.   For additional tips, contact the UT Police Crime Prevention component at (713) 563-7794.   UT Police Annual Toy Drive   It's that time of year again - the UT Police Annual Toy Drive is underway and needs your help.  The UT Police are accepting new and unwrapped toys for delivery to hospitalized children over the holidays.  Toys for infants and adolescents are needed the most.  Become a toy drive coordinator and place collection boxes in work areas for toys.  Additionally, Santa will need helpers to deliver the toys after Tuesday, 12/16.   For additional information, please contact;   Capt. D. Verini (713) 563-7790  dverini@mdanderson.org                                                                                              2008 Annual Security Report The 2008 Annual Security Report and monthly crime statistics are available at this link.                                                                                            Texas Sex Offender Database The Texas Department of Safety has established a web site as the official Internet source for Sex Offender Registration information.  Information regarding registered sexual offenders by name or location is available.  When searching the database, make sure the records you access through this site pertain to the person about whom you are seeking information. Access to the Texas Department of Public Safety database is available at this link.                                                                                           www.calea.org An Internationally Accredited Law Enforcement Agency Since 1994                                                                                            Send questions or comments on the web page to rmaclenn@mdanderson.org