The Department of Campus Safety received two reports of motor vehicle thefts that occurred outside of Weissman Hall and Schwartz Hall in Manhattan.
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On Tuesday, July 14, at 4:20 pm, a student reported their e-scooter was stolen from a public bike rack on 1st Avenue outside Weissman Hall. Camera review revealed the e-scooter was stolen at approximately 2:46 pm, as the suspect cut the lock and rode the e-scooter north along 1st Avenue.
On Wednesday, July 15, at 11:45 am, an attempted theft of an e-scooter was observed on camera at the Schwartz Hall bike rack by the 25th Street entrance. DCS personnel arrived at the location and the suspect fled west along 25th Street toward 2nd Avenue. The e-scooter was not stolen by the suspect.
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Description of Suspect(s): A clear image of the suspect from Tuesday's theft is not available, but they are described as masculine presenting, light complexion, standing approximately 6'1". They were wearing a black t-shirt and dark shorts, and carried a black backpack on their right shoulder.
The suspect from today's attempted theft is shown in the photograph below.
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The NYU Department of Campus Safety will continue to monitor the incident. If you have any additional information about this incident, please contact NYU Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.
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Please Remember These Safety Tips: |
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Utilize a well-made, heavy duty lock or chain to secure your e-bikes and e-scooters.
- Use NYU owned bike racks, when possible, for parking your e-bikes or e-scooters.
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If you are the victim of—or witness to—a crime, call 911 immediately and then report the incident to the Department of Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.
- NYU Students can call the Wellness Exchange at (212) 443-9999, 24/7, for confidential medical and counseling support.
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NYU Faculty, Administrators, and Staff can call the Employee Assistance Program at (833) 718-0305, 24/7, for confidential counseling support.
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