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CRIME ALERT: University of Michigan DPS

Alert ID:	2008-8 / U-M DPS
Date of Incident:	May 17, 2008, about 2 a.m.
Location:	Huron Street near Fletcher Street
Offense:	Criminal Sexual Assault
Summary:	(updated on May 17 2008 04:15) Survivor had entered the car of an unknown man near Fourth and William streets. While driving along Huron Street, the man grabbed her hair, forcibly fondled her and demanded sex. She was able to escape from the car near Fletcher Street and flagged down a police officer. The man fled in an older model, two-door white car, possibly a Cadillac, south on Fletcher Street.
Suspects:	1: Black male, 30-40 years old, about 6' with a dark complexion and braided hair pulled to the back and wearing a dark t-shirt, faded blue jeans and a white baseball cap.

If you have any information:

Please contact U-M DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (DPS) at (734) 763-1131 or dial 9-1-1

If you see a suspect, do not approach--call police.
Always keep your doors locked, even while at home.
Look assertive and be aware of your surroundings.
Be aware that your risk increases in secluded and isolated areas.
Walk with a trusted friend or co-worker when possible.
Trust your intuition. If a particular situation makes you feeluncomfortable or unsafe, choose an alternative.
Have your keys in hand before you reach your vehicle or residence.
If you feel threatened on campus, look for a blue light emergencyphone or call 9-1-1 from any phone (no coins need for 9-1-1 calls).
Confidential TIP line 1-800-863-1355.

For status updates to this posting, check the DPS website regularly:
http://police.umich.edu

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