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February 17, 2023 

Campus Safety Bulletin: Stolen Vehicle 

The University Police Department received a report on Friday, Feb. 17 that a car was stolen from Parking Structure 1. A review of closed-circuit TV footage shows that the vehicle was stolen by two suspects who were casing the structure on Monday, Feb. 6. The report of the stolen vehicle was delayed because the vehicle had not been used in recent days.  

If you have information that could be helpful in this investigation, please contact UPD at 760-750-4567 or report anonymously to San Diego County Crime Stoppers. 

Safety is a responsibility of everyone in the CSUSM community. There are several ways that we ask all Cougars to contribute to preventing vehicle crimes. If you see something, say something. Look for concerning behavior and call UPD immediately. Do NOT approach or confront criminal suspects. 

We also offer the following safety tips: 

  • Always lock your vehicle. Double checking can help. Vehicles are commonly found unsecured by thieves. 
  • If you own an older vehicle, or one that is commonly stolen, consider adding security devices like a steering wheel lock, ignition cut-off device, etc. Always consult with a professional before modifying your vehicle.  
  • If you normally store your vehicle on campus for days or more at a time, check on it periodically and move it. Thieves target vehicles that sit for long periods and appear unattended to.  
  • Do not leave bags, boxes, valuable items, etc. in view in your vehicle – even if you know there isn’t anything of value in them.  
  • Do not keep registration or other identifying information in your vehicle – keep copies on your phone. Occasionally these pieces of information are stolen in combination with garage door openers, providing an address of and access to your home.