Auburn University relies on the campus community to make our campus as safe as possible.  If you see something, say something!

Quick References: Suspicious Behavior; Reporting Suspicious Activity; Contacts

Suspicious Behavior

An individual who is behaving suspiciously is anyone who acts abnormally or who is in a location where they do not belong.  Examples include:

• Unusual noises, screaming, sounds of fighting, glass breaking or perceived illegal activity;
• People in and/or around buildings or area who do not appear to be conducting legitimate business;
• Unauthorized people in restricted areas;
• People who follow immediately behind others into card-access areas or buildings while the door is open;
• People who change their behavior when they observe that they have been noticed;
• People dressed inappropriately for the weather or occasion, such as wearing a long coat when the temperature is warm; or
• People abandoning packages or other items in unusual locations, such as a lobby, elevator or other public space.

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Reporting Suspicious Activity

All members of the university community are encouraged to report suspicious activity.

• DIAL 911 if you are concerned that there is an emergency or immediately dangerous situation.
• If it is not an immediately dangerous situation, you may choose to report the incident to the Auburn Police non-emergency number. If in doubt, err on the side of caution and dial 911.
• Be prepared to provide the following information about the incident to the dispatcher:
  • What is the person's last known location and direction of travel?
  • What made the person's actions suspicious?
  • Did the person say anything? If so, what?
  • Did the person appear intoxicated or otherwise impaired?
  • Were any weapons displayed or was there a threat of a weapon?
• Also, be prepared to provide information about the person, including:
  • Sex
  • Approximate age, height & weight
  • Race
  • Complexion
  • Eye and hair color
  • Description of facial hair, scars, tattoos or other identifying information
• If the suspicious person is in a vehicle, provide the following, if possible:
  • Vehicle make
  • Model
  • Color
  • License plate number

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Contacts