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If you are the victim of a crime or witness to one, you should do the following:
1. Call the police immediately. On campus call the UND Police Department 777-3491 or call 9-911 from a campus phone for an emergency, or call 911 from a non campus phone.
2. Obtain a description of the offender(s), including sex, age, race, hair, clothing and distinguishable features. Also attempt to obtain a description and license number of any vehicles involved. Note the direction taken by the offender(s) or vehicles and report these to police.
3. Preserve the crime scene. Do not touch any items involved in the incident. Close off the area of the incident and do not allow anyone in the crime area until police arrive.
4. Consider contacting the UND Counseling Center at 777-2127. The Counseling Center may be able to help ease trauma you may feel as a victim of crime.
Sexual Assault
If you are a sexual assault victim, report it to the police immediately. Preserve the physical evidence. Do not bathe, douche, use the toilet, or change clothing. If you have been raped, you should seek medical treatment immediately regardless of whether you report the matter to the police. (For further information and resources, see Sexual Assault.)
Telephone Harassment
Obscene or threatening telephone calls should be reported to the police immediately. Other harassing phone calls should be reported if they persist. If you receive such a call, remain calm and hang up. (For further information and resources see Harassing Telephone Calls.)
Bomb Threats
If you know of a bomb threat, immediately contact the UND Police Department at
777-3491. If you receive a bomb threat over the phone, try to ask the caller these questions:
1. When is the bomb going to explode?
2. Where is it right now?
3. What does it look like?
4. What kind of bomb is it?
5. What will cause it to explode?
6. Did you place the bomb?
7. Why?
8. What is your address?
9. What is your name?
Take note of the caller's characteristics such as race, age, sex, etc. Also take note of any background noise. All of this information will help the police in the handling of the situation.
Indecent Exposure
Exposing oneself is a crime in North Dakota. If you observe someone doing this, contact the UND Police Department immediately.
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