Campus Safety

Community Crime Prevention

Through collaboration we can identify,reduce, eliminate and prevent problems that impact the KU Medical Center community. Our concerted efforts will ensure a quality of life conducive to education, research, patient care and employment. We provide resources, training, educational presentations and community engagement. For more information or scheduling, contact the Community Crime Prevention Sergeant at crimeprevention@kumc.edu or (913)588-8333.

Crime Prevention Survey

Community Crime Prevention Vehicle

Crime Prevention Tips

Personal Safety

Be aware of your surroundings
Trust your instincts
Avoid parking in dark areas and going out alone
Walk with confidence and alertness
Have your keys ready when approaching your house or car
Get in and out of your vehicle as quickly as possible
When in your car, lock your doors immediately and wear your seat belt
Keep money and credit cards in your pocket or inside your jacket
Doors should have a peep site and never open it for a stranger
Pre-plan and think through possible attacks and carry a cell phone

Theft Prevention

Lock up your valuables
Keep belongings out of sight
Lock your office, unit, or work area when not present
Call the Crime Prevention Sergeant to do a free security assessment of your building, unit, or work space at 913-588-8333

Auto Theft Prevention

Park in well-lit areas
Lock your car and don't leave it running - even for a minute
Don't leave a spare set of keys anywhere in or on the car
Keep your registration card with you and not in your car
Use your parking brake and turn wheels towards the curb
Lock valuables in the trunk of the car or out of sight
Don't leave your purse, wallet or other valuables unattended

Robbery Prevention

Be aware of your surroundings
Don't carry large amounts of cash or more than two credit cards
Don't wear large amounts of valuable jewelry
Try not to walk around shopping areas, banks and convenience stores alone or in dark areas
If you need to make cash drops - vary the times and have someone with you
Keep the interior of work spaces well lit and a minimum of two employees working
Do not block windows with large signs or displays

Burglary Prevention

Lock all doors and windows in your house
Utilize deadbolts on all exterior doors and secure sliding glass doors
Keep all shrubs trimmed below window level
Trim tree limbs up to at least six feet
Use adequate lighting inside and outside your house or business
Use timers on lights if you are going to be away
If you will be away for long periods of time, get a trusted neighbor to collect your mail, mow your lawn and even park their car in your drive from time to time
Secure all windows with a pin or nail system
Keep the garage secured and protect valuable items inside the garage

Report suspicious behaviors

Just as we want you to be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activity, we want you to follow the same practices regarding behavior. Pay attention if you notice unusual or uncharacteristic behaviors in colleagues, family, students or friends. While there isn't a specific profile that identifies persons who intend to demonstrate violence, the U.S. Department of Justice has identified certain behaviors that could be considered red flags.

There's a difference between someone having a bad day and someone who becomes mostly negative and destructive. There's a difference between someone expressing an opinion and someone who does so with hate and malice. There's a difference between someone feeling down and someone who suddenly withdraws from life. While we don't expect you to start diagnosing people's behavior, we do ask that you trust your gut.

If someone's behavior causes concern, notify the University of Kansas Medical Center Police Department at 913-588-5030. Anonymous concerns can be reported on the police department's website. If you'd like to learn more about identifying and managing targeted attacks, visit the FBI website.

To learn more about what to do in an active threat or active shooter situation, please visit the Emergency Management website.

Domestic Violence

THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS MEDICAL CENTER POLICE DEPARTMENT IS ACTIVELY COMMITTED TO INTERVENTION AND PROSECUTION OF ALL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CASES.

IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER, PLEASE CALL 911.

If you need immediate assistance with domestic violence resources, please call the KU Medical Center Police at 913-588-5030 or the 24-hour crisis hotline operated by Rose Brooks Center at 816-861-6100.

Criminal charges are filed by the government, not by the victim of domestic violence. A case will not be dismissed because the victim requests the charges be dismissed. Prosecution of the cases is left to the sole discretion of the Unified Government Prosecutor's Office. The defendant is ordered to refrain from harassment of or contact with the victim in domestic violence cases. If the defendant makes an in-person contact following release from jail, call 911 to report the incident. Violation of bond conditions is a separate violation which will be pursued by the Unified Government Prosecutor's Office. A deferred judgment program is offered to some offenders, dependent upon his or her prior criminal record and other factors. Counseling programs are encouraged for the victim and required for offenders. The cycle of violence can only be broken when intervention occurs. Victims of violent crime may be eligible for compensation.

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