Penn Public Safety--Crime Alert

The Penn Police Department has received several reports of an unidentified male in the area of 600 University Avenue/Hollenbach Center, Lot #33, and Civic Center.

Reportedly approaching women by putting his hands on their arms, and asking "Can I talk to you?" or ordering "Come here!" he has been known to follow women, attempting to physically pull the women from the highway.

He is described as African American, about 25 years old; 170 lbs.; dark curly or dreadlocked hair; clean shaven and neatly dressed. He was last seen wearing a navy blue windbreaker set, and driving gloves cut off at the fingers. If you have any information concerning this male, please contact the Penn Police Department.

Penn Police
898-7297

Penn Detectives
898-4485

Penn Victim Support
898-4481 // 6600

Safety Tips:

When walking on the street, stay in well-lighted areas.
Avoid shortcuts through parks, vacant lots and other deserted areas.
Do not stop and give directions or other information to strangers.
If you are followed by someone in a car, turn around and walk in the opposite direction. If the person persists, record the license number and call the police immediately.
As always, when there is a problem, use the Emergency Blue Light phones for immediate contact with the Penn Police Department.

-- Officer Tammie Watson

Almanac

March 26, 1996
Volume 42 Number 25

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