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University of South Carolina
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USC Division of Law Enforcement & Safety
• The USC Community is vibrant and active
• We are located in an open, urban environment
• We all play a role in keeping ourselves and our community safe
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USC Division of Law Enforcement & Safety
• Full Service Police Department • 70 sworn officers • State-wide jurisdiction
• Excellent relationship with other area law enforcement
agencies
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USC DIVISION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT & SAFETY
• USC Police patrol campus 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Response time is generally within just a few
minutes • USC Police officers retain high visibility on and
around campus through the use of walking, bike, and police vehicle patrol
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Emergencies: Dial 911
From USC landline or cell phone
State your location on campus and
emergency
Non-emergencies: 803-777-4215
Contacting USC Police
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USC Division of Law Enforcement and Safety www.les.sc.edu
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USC Division of Law Enforcement and Safety
• Free mobile app for USC students, faculty, and staff
• Features include:
• Caller Profile
• Panic Calls
• Safety Timer
• Anonymous Crime Tips
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Division of Law Enforcement & Safety
Like us on Facebook University of South Carolina Division of Law Enforcement and Safety Follow us on Twitter @USCPD Follow us on Instagram @USCPD
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Carolina Alert System
The Carolina Alert Emergency Notification System is a set of communication media that the University can use to notify the community in the event an incident affects our campus.
Carolina Alert Website: www.sc.edu/carolinaalert Your one-stop emergency information source • University status & Carolina Alert updates • Emergency Plans • How to receive notifications • What to do in an emergency
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• Over 250 call boxes around campus
• Familiarize yourself with callbox locations
as you travel on and around campus
• Simply push the red button
to activate to activate
Emergency Call Boxes
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• Immediate connection with USC
Police dispatcher
• The dispatcher will know your
exact location
• Cameras on many call boxes
Emergency Call Boxes
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USC provides various shuttle services for your use, including during the evening and late night hours
Visit www.sc.edu/vmps/shuttle , or call USC parking services (803-777-3351) for shuttle information
If you feel unsafe on or around campus call USC Police for an officer to respond
Shuttle Services
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Remain alert while traveling around campus
Be aware of your surroundings
Minimize use of cell phone/texting
Trust your instincts – if a place or situation does not seem right, it probably isn’t…Leave
Campus Safety
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Have a safety plan in mind in case you encounter an unsafe situation
Don’t walk alone after dark, walk in groups of 3 or more
Avoid shortcuts or isolated areas when walking after dark
When traveling in your vehicle, keep windows up and doors locked
Campus Safety
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Theft is the most common crime on campus
Keep your valuables secure and don’t leave personal property unattended
Register your personal property with USCPD
Always lock your residence hall room
Report suspicious persons or activity to the police immediately
Campus Safety
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We are all the eyes and ears of
campus
Any campus safety suggestions or concerns call:
Capt. Eric Grabski (803) 777-1200
Sgt. Kenneth Adams (803) 777-0855
USC Police Department: (803) 777-4215
USC DIVISION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT & SAFETY