KatSafe
Motor Vehicle (Electric Scooter) Theft, 09/17/2025
09/17/2025 11:36 PM
This notice is sent in compliance with The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Statistics Act.
Today at 10:02 p.m., an officer responded to Sam Houston Village (1600 Sam Houston Ave.) in reference to a report of a stolen electric scooter described as a black and blue in color "Phantom". The complainant reported that the unsecured scooter was stolen from the bike rack and was last seen on 9/8/2025 at 9:30PM. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the University Police Department at 936-294-1800.
Crime Prevention Tip: Secure all vehicles and park in well-lit areas. Lock bikes, scooters and other personal motor vehicles with U-locks or other antitheft locks and cables. The University Police Department is a 24/7 full-service state law enforcement agency.
Burglary of Residence, 10/16/2025
09/16/2025 08:11 AM
This notice is sent in compliance with The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Statistics Act.
Officers were dispatched to San Jacinto Hall at 923 Bearkat Blvd. on 9/15/2025. A known subject and friends forced entry into the complainant’s residence at approximately 5:30 p.m. The known subject assaulted the complainant and departed the residence. There does not appear to be an ongoing threat to the university community.
If you see suspicious activity, please call the Sam Houston State University Police Department at (936) 294-1800.
Crime Prevention Tip: Pay attention to your surroundings and do not engage people with hostile intentions. The University Police Department is a 24/7 full-service state law enforcement agency.
Campus is operating as normal.
KatSafe is the University’s emergency alert system and preparedness program. The University is committed to keeping you informed by sending notifications in a timely manner and offering preparedness resources.
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