Category: Alert

AlertSU messages of timely interest to the Stanford community.

Attempted Burglary

At 10:00am this morning Public Safety was notified of an attempted Burglary. On 5/6/17, a student on the first floor of Roble Hall (Wing B) heard noises at his window. He went to the window and observed a suspect holding his window screen open. The suspect immediately fled from the scene in an unknown direction. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male adult, 30’s, dark skin, short dark hair, 5’9", heavy build.

The Stanford police encourage individuals to keep their doors and windows locked. Additionally, we ask the community to report suspicious and criminal activity to the police as soon as possible.

Anyone with additional information should contact the Stanford Police at 650-329-2413.

Additional information, will be posted on this site as it becomes available.

This message is being sent to you in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.

Prowling Arrest

On Monday, May 1st, at approx. 3:10pm, Stanford deputies arrested and booked Jun Nicdao PEGARIDO into the San Jose Main Jail on a charge of Prowling that occurred minutes earlier at a residence on the 500 block of Gerona Road. He is also under investigation as a possible suspect in the Indecent Exposure incidents that occurred on April 18th and 30th, as well as any similar incidents in the past on campus. The University has banned PEGARIDO from entering the campus. A photo of PERGARIDO and an associated vehicle (2016 Toyota Tundra 4×4, Black, CA. License Plate 92383X1 is included. If he or his vehicle is observed on campus, please report it immediately to Stanford Department of Public Safety by dialing 9-1-1.

Sexual Battery

FR STANFORD PD: On 04/07/2017, two reported sexual batteries occurred at the 600 block and the 800 block of Escondido Rd. The first assault occurred on the 600 block of Escondido road at approximately 10:40pm. During the first assault, the suspect approached the female victim from behind while she was walking east on Escondido Rd. The suspect groped her from behind before continuing east down Escondido Rd. The subject was described as a bald, white male adult, approximately 5’6", wearing a blue jacket and beige pants.

The second assault occurred on the 800 block of Escondido road at approximately 11:00pm. The suspect approached the female victim from behind while she was jogging west on Escondido Rd. The suspect groped her from behind and fled east down Escondido Rd. The subject was described as a short, bald, white male adult wearing a dark track suit.

Be alert & protect yourself. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu.

If you have information about this crime, please call the Stanford University Department of Public Safety at (650) 329-2413.

Stanford University does not tolerate sexual assault, sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. The university encourages anyone who has been sexually assaulted or subject to other forms of sexual misconduct or harassment to report the incident to university officials.

The information about this incident is being reported to you in accordance with the Clery Act. The remainder of this email provides information about preventing and reporting sexual assault.

  • Ignorance of the law or of university policy concerning sexual assault, sexual misconduct and sexual harassment is not a defense.
  • Receive affirmative consent from your partner before engaging in sexual activity.
  • Perpetrators may attempt to use alcohol to facilitate a sexual assault. Statistically, the majority of reported sexual assaults occur while one or both parties are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol or drugs may impair one’s ability to judge whether or not consent has been given, but it is never an excuse for choosing to violate another person.
  • There are a number of drugs that may be added to beverages with the intent of altering the consciousness or incapacitating a person without their knowledge. These drugs are particularly dangerous when combined with alcohol and often produce amnesia, leaving a victim unclear about what occurred afterward. These drugs can facilitate criminal activity; most often acts of sexual misconduct or sexual assault.

    If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, or if you aren’t sure whether you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, there are a number of resources available to you at Stanford to inform you of your options and to support you in whatever path you choose to take in addressing the incident. For more information contact:

    CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELING:
    Stanford Confidential Support Team
    https://vaden.stanford.edu/get-help-now/sexual-assault
    650-726-6933 or 650-725-9955 (after hours)

    YWCA Silicon Valley Rape Crisis Hotline
    650-493-7273

    CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)
    650-723-3785
    https://vaden.stanford.edu/caps-and-wellness/counseling-and-psychological-services-caps

    Faculty Staff Help Center
    650-723-4577
    https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/faculty-staff-help-center

    NON-CONFIDENTIAL RESOURCES AND REPORTING:
    Title IX Office
    https://titleix.stanford.edu
    650-497-4955

    Sexual Assault and Relationship Abuse (SARA) Office
    https://sara.stanford.edu

    Police
    911 (emergency)
    650-329-2413 (non-emergency)
    650-723-9633 (8am-5pm)
    https://police.stanford.edu

    ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
    Sexual Harassment Policy Office
    https://harass.stanford.edu

    Stanford Sexual Assault Support & Resources (Not Alone website)
    https://notalone.stanford.edu
    https://stanford.app.box.com/sexual-assault-resources (handout)

    Stanford Actions on Sexual Assault
    https://notalone.stanford.edu/stanford-actions-sexual-assault

Sexual Battery Just Occurred

STANFORD PD: 04/07/2017, 2 Reported sexual batteries occurred on Escondido Rd. Be alert & protect yourself. Updates available at https://police.stanford.edu

Reported Sexual Assault

Today, March 6, 2017, a female reported to Stanford DPS that a male student sexually assaulted her in the early morning hours on Saturday, March 4, 2017 in a student residence located on the east side of campus.  No additional information about this incident is available at this time. 

If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, or if you aren’t sure whether you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, there are a number of resources to support you and provide information about options. For resources and information visit: https://titleix.stanford.edu/

The information about this incident is being reported to you in accordance with the Clery Act.

Sexual Battery

On 03/01/17, at approx. 11:00pm, a Sexual Battery occurred at the CalTrain Station located at 95 University Ave., Palo Alto. The victim reported that while waiting for a bus, the suspect approached her and asked for directions. He then grabbed her arm and and pelvic region. The victim yelled at the suspect who then fled towards the tunnel with the victim in pursuit. The suspect was last seen running into the south tunnel in an eastbound direction. The victim was transported home by a passerby and then called the police to report the incident. Both Palo Alto Police and the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Dept. responded to the area but could not locate the suspect. The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Dept. is conducting the investigation since the Train Station is within their jurisdiction. The suspect was described as: Hispanic male adult, 35-40 years, approx. 5′-6", heavy set, short black hair, full beard, wearing a green hooded sweatshirt with letters, beige pants, dark tennis shoes, and carrying a backpack with many zippers.

If you have information about this crime, please call the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Dept. at (650) 363-4911.

Stanford University does not tolerate sexual assault, sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. The university encourages anyone who has been sexually assaulted or subject to other forms of sexual misconduct or harassment to report the incident to university officials.

The information about this incident is being reported to you in accordance with the Clery Act. The remainder of this email provides information about preventing and reporting sexual assault.

  • Ignorance of the law or of university policy concerning sexual assault, sexual misconduct and sexual harassment is not a defense.
  • Receive affirmative consent from your partner before engaging in sexual activity.
  • Perpetrators may attempt to use alcohol to facilitate a sexual assault. Statistically, the majority of reported sexual assaults occur while one or both parties are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol or drugs may impair one’s ability to judge whether or not consent has been given, but it is never an excuse for choosing to violate another person.
  • There are a number of drugs that may be added to beverages with the intent of altering the consciousness or incapacitating a person without their knowledge. These drugs are particularly dangerous when combined with alcohol and often produce amnesia, leaving a victim unclear about what occurred afterward. These drugs can facilitate criminal activity; most often acts of sexual misconduct or sexual assault.

    If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, or if you aren’t sure whether you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, there are a number of resources available to you at Stanford to inform you of your options and to support you in whatever path you choose to take in addressing the incident. For more information contact:

    CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELING:
    Stanford Confidential Support Team
    https://vaden.stanford.edu/get-help-now/sexual-assault
    650-726-6933 or 650-725-9955 (after hours)

    YWCA Silicon Valley Rape Crisis Hotline
    650-493-7273

    CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)
    650-723-3785
    https://vaden.stanford.edu/caps-and-wellness/counseling-and-psychological-services-caps

    Faculty Staff Help Center
    650-723-4577
    https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/faculty-staff-help-center

    NON-CONFIDENTIAL RESOURCES AND REPORTING:
    Title IX Office
    https://titleix.stanford.edu
    650-497-4955

    Sexual Assault and Relationship Abuse (SARA) Office
    https://sara.stanford.edu

    Police
    911 (emergency)
    650-329-2413 (non-emergency)
    650-723-9633 (8am-5pm)
    https://police.stanford.edu

    ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
    Sexual Harassment Policy Office
    https://harass.stanford.edu

    Stanford Sexual Assault Support & Resources (Not Alone website)
    https://notalone.stanford.edu
    https://stanford.app.box.com/sexual-assault-resources (handout)

    Stanford Actions on Sexual Assault
    https://notalone.stanford.edu/stanford-actions-sexual-assault

Sexual Battery

FR STANFORD PD: 03/01/17, Reported Sexual Battery at University Ave. Train Station, 11pm. Be alert & protect yourself. Updates when available at police.stanford.edu

Attempted Robbery in Palo Alto

On Monday 2/13/17 Palo Alto Police sent out a News Release regarding an attempted robbery at the Stanford Shopping Center in a parking lot near the corner of El Camino and Quarry Road. The incident occurred Saturday 2/11/17.  Due to the proximity to campus and the nature of the incident, Stanford DPS is notifying the Stanford Community about the crime.  The complete News Release, including sketches of the suspects,  can also be found at the attached link.

The Stanford police encourage individuals to be aware of their surroundings and to report suspicious and criminal activity to the police as soon as possible.

This message is being sent to you in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/civica/press/display.asp?layout=1&Entry=1520

Gas Leak Update

STANFORD PD: 01/20/17. The reported gas leak on Gerona Road at 5:03 pm. Repairs have been made. Gerona Road between El Escarpado and Santa Ynez streets is clear. The neighborhood is open.

Gas Line Break Update

Gas Line Break Update. Per PG&E, customers in the Gerona area are safe and the shelter in place is no longer in effect. However, Gerona Rd. remains closed to through traffic between El Escarpado and Santa Ynez Rd.

A PG&E repair crew is approx. 45 minutes out; unknown when repairs will be completed. During the repairs customers in the area may experience intermittent gas service.

Further updates will be provided when available.

Gas Line Break

Gas line break on the 500 block of Gerona Road. Residents who live on Gerona Rd. should shelter in place until further notice. Gerona Rd between Campus Dr. East and Cabrillo Ave. is closed. Updates when available on this web page.

Suspicious Circ.Possible Handgun

This morning at approximately 8:30am, Stanford police were advised of a man sitting in a van in the Maples parking lot who appeared to be loading a magazine into what the witness thought was a handgun. Police responded to the area immediately and were unable to locate anyone matching the description of the person or the associated vehicle.

The reporting party described the person with the possible weapon as an adult male, unknown race, wearing a beige beanie hat. The person was sitting in a white service type van that had blue lettering on it. The word "People" might have been the word in blue print on the van.

The Stanford Department of Public Safety asks the community to report suspicious and criminal activity to the police as soon as possible. Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact the Stanford Police at 650-329-2413. At this time, the police are not suggesting that people shelter in place.

Gas Leak Repaired

The gas leak at 1035 Campus Dr. has been repaired. Impacted buildings and roads have been reopened. 

Thank you for your patience.

Gas Leak 12-15-16

12/15, There is a gas line leak at 1035 Campus Dr. Evacuation in process and road closure on Campus Dr. East between Mayfield and Gerona Rd. Avoid area. Updates when available at https://police.stanford.edu/alertsu.html

Gas Leak Update 12/14/16 3:12PM

STANFORD PD: 12/14/16 3:12PM, As a final update to the gas leak all roads are now open for normal traffic. Thank you for your patience.

Gas Line Break UPDATE

Gas Line Break Update: Roth Way is closed between Palm Dr. and North South Axis Road. Lomita Rd between Roth Way and Museum Way is also closed. Access is restricted to all Vehicle, Bikes and Pedestrian traffic.  Per PG&E, estimated time for reopening is 8pm this evening. Further updates will posted when available at https://police.stanford.edu

Gas Line Break

12/14/16, There is a reported gas line break at 376 Lomita Dr near Roth Way. Stay away from the area. Updates when available at https://police.stanford.edu.

Stanford campus status: No emergency.

Status: The Stanford campus is open and operational. There is no emergency at this time.

Timely Warning – Sexual Assault

A female reported to a Campus Security Authority allegations of sexual assault and attempted sexual assault. The most recent incident, an attempted sexual assault by a male acquaintance, took place on the evening of November 22, 2016 at an undisclosed student residence on campus. The victim has not disclosed the name of the accused to the university or to the police.

Stanford has zero tolerance for sexual assault and sexual misconduct. These acts are unacceptable on our campus and these matters are taken very seriously.

The information about this incident is being reported to you in accordance with the Clery Act.

Road Closure Update

Escondido Road is now open to all traffic.

Road Closure Escondido Update

ROAD CLOSURE at Escondido Road and Campus Drive continues to be closed due to a water main break. The situation is currently being worked on, unknown time of reopening. Plan alternate route, avoid area. Updates when available on this site.

*Community Alert – No Emergency

There is no emergency on campus. Around 3:10am, the university’s outdoor siren system activated. The reason for the unintentional activation is being investigated. We apologize for the inconvenience.

2016 Annual AlertSU Test 10-13-2016

This is a test of the Stanford University emergency alert system. This is only a test. There is no known emergency at Stanford at this time. If this were a real emergency, this message would contain information about the event and any necessary protective actions.

In a real event, responders will post additional information on one or more of the university emergency communications outlets as it becomes available

Information hotline: (650) 725-5555
Emergency website: http://emergency.stanford.edu ;
*Police Website: https://police.stanford.edu ;

For more information about the AlertSU system, visit our website at https://police.stanford.edu/alertsu-faq.html ;

Please click here to complete a short survey regarding the AlertSU test.
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Thank you for your participation.

Technical issues campus wide

TECHNICAL ISSUES: The campus is experiencing widespread technical issues including email delays, system, application and web site access. ITS is investigating the cause. Updates will be provided when more information is available.

Community Alert, 08-03-16, 10:49 p.m.

Stanford PD: 8-03-16, 10:49 p.m. The road closure due to a gas leak at Welch and Pasteur has been resolved. The roadway is now open.

Road Closed–Gas Line Break 8/3/16

STANFORD PD: 08/03/16, Road closed due to a gas leak at Welch/Pasteur, 4:10pm. Stay away from the area. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu.

Road Closure 7/7/16 10:14am

FR Stanford PD: ROAD CLOSURE due to traffic collision at Stockfarm Rd between Campus Dr W & Oak Rd, 10:14am. Plan alternate route, avoid area. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu

Road Closure Update, 5/3/16, 7:40pm

Constanzo Street between Campus Dr East and Santa Ynez Street is now open. Department of Public Safety thanks you for your patience.

Road Closure Update, 5/3/16, 12:24am

The downed power line reported 5/2/16 was repaired by PG&E. A portion of Constanzo Street, between Campus Dr East and Santa Ynez Street, remains closed due to other utility wires blocking the road. A crew is expected to be on scene after 8am, Tuesday morning, 5/3/16. Updates will be posted on this website when available.

-Road Closure Update 5/2/16 1:59PM

In addition to the road closure previously reported at Constanzo between Campus Dr. East and Santa Ynez, residents on or near Mayfield Ave. may experience power outages while PG&E is making repairs. Repair time is currently estimated between 5 and 8 hours. Visit emergency.stanford.edu for more info.

Road Closure 5/2/16 1:00PM

ROAD CLOSURE: Constanzo between Campus Dr East & Santa Ynez, has been closed to pedestrian and vehicle travel due to downed power lines. PG&E is en route to the area; estimated time of repair is not known at this time. Plan alternate route and avoid the area. Updates will be posted when available at emergency.stanford.edu. A follow-up E-mail will be sent when the road is open.

Suspicious Person 4/12/16 9:30pm

On 4/12/16, at approximately 930PM, at Stern Hall, students observed a person who the students believed may be the person of interest in the prior laptop thefts. He was seen in the dorm, and was also seen leaving. Approximately 45 minutes later, the student reported the person to the on call resident dean, who then notified Public Safety. The student described the person as matching the person of interest in the prior alert on 3/25/16. He was seen wearing dark pants, green sweater, and a fedora hat.

Public Safety searched the area, but did not locate him.

Public Safety encourages individuals to keep their doors and windows locked. Additionally, we ask the community to report immediately criminal and suspicious activity by dialing 9-1-1.

Attempted Burglary 4/9/16

On 4/9/16 a residential attempted burglary occurred in the 700 block of Mayfield Dr. around 7:45PM. The unknown suspect attempted to gain entry by prying the door frame and was unsuccessful. The suspect then attempted to gain entry by throwing a rock through the window. At this point an occupant of the home went towards the sound and noticed the broken window. Shortly thereafter a vehicle was heard leaving the area. No one was seen and there is no vehicle description at this time.

The Stanford police encourage individuals to keep their doors and windows locked. Additionally, we ask the community to report suspicious and criminal activity to the police as soon as possible.

Anyone with additional information should contact the Stanford Police at 650-329-2413.

This message is being sent to you in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.

Road Closure Update 3/24/2016, RSS Only

Junipero Serra Blvd., between Campus Drive West and Alpine Road is now open.

Road Closure 3/24/16 3:45pm

ROAD CLOSURE: 3/24/16 3:45pm Junipero Serra closed between Campus Dr. West and Alpine due to traffic collision. Plan alternate route. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu.

-Road Closure 3/8/16 10:32am

Campus Dr between Junipero Serra and Mayfield Ave are closed to due to falling tree and potential impact to electrical wires. Additionally, Police are asking pedestrians to avoid the foot path between Campus Dr. and Constanzo St. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu

Test of Title IX Resources 1/22/16

This is a test of the Title IX Resources. No incidents have occurred.

If you have information about this crime, please call the Stanford University of Public Safety at (650) 329-2413.

Stanford University does not tolerate sexual assault, sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. The university encourages anyone who has been sexually assaulted or subject to other forms of sexual misconduct or harassment to report the incident to university officials.

The information about this incident is being reported to you in accordance with the Clery Act. The remainder of this email provides information about preventing and reporting sexual assault.

? Ignorance of the law or of university policy concerning sexual assault, sexual misconduct and sexual harassment is not a defense.
? Receive affirmative consent from your partner before engaging in sexual activity.
? Perpetrators may attempt to use alcohol to facilitate a sexual assault. Statistically, the majority of reported sexual assaults occur while one or both parties are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol or drugs may impair one?s ability to judge whether or not consent has been given, but it is never an excuse for choosing to violate another person.
? There are a number of drugs that may be added to beverages with the intent of altering the consciousness or incapacitating a person without their knowledge. These drugs are particularly dangerous when combined with alcohol and often produce amnesia, leaving a victim unclear about what occurred afterward. These drugs can facilitate criminal activity; most often acts of sexual misconduct or sexual assault.

If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, or if you aren’t sure whether you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, there are a number of resources available to you at Stanford to inform you of your options and to support you in whatever path you choose to take in addressing the incident. For more information contact:


CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELING:
Stanford Confidential Support Team
https://vaden.stanford.edu/get-help-now/sexual-assault
650-726-6933 or 650-725-9955 (after hours)

YWCA Stanford Rape Crisis Hotline
650-493-7273

CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)
650-723-3785
https://vaden.stanford.edu/caps-and-wellness/counseling-and-psychological-services-caps

Faculty Staff Help Center
650-723-4577
https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/faculty-staff-help-center

NON-CONFIDENTIAL RESOURCES AND REPORTING:
Title IX Office
https://titleix.stanford.edu
650-497-4955

Sexual Assault and Relationship Abuse (SARA) Office
https://sara.stanford.edu

Police
911 (emergency)
650-329-2413 (non-emergency)
650-723-9633 (8am-5pm)
https://police.stanford.edu

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Sexual Harassment Policy Office
https://harass.stanford.edu

Stanford Sexual Assault Support & Resources (Not Alone website)
https://notalone.stanford.edu
https://stanford.app.box.com/sexual-assault-resources (handout)

Stanford Actions on Sexual Assault
https://notalone.stanford.edu/stanford-actions-sexual-assault

Sexual Battery 1-16-2016

FR STANFORD PD: 1-16-16, Reported Sexual Battery at a Main Quad restroom, 8 pm. The suspect was described as a white male adult about 6 feet tall with a full beard. He was wearing a red Stanford hoodie sweatshirt with black Stanford sweatpants and white shoes. He appeared to be in his early 20’s. Be alert & protect yourself.  Read full alert

Police Activity Update 10/17/15

As previously reported via text and email, there is police activity on Junipero Serra Blvd impacting the surrounding areas. A major injury collision has occurred on JSerra between Campus Drive East and Stanford Ave. Junipero Serra will be closed until further notice. Please take alternate routes and avoid the area.

Further updates will be posted when available at emergency.stanford.edu.

Police Activity 10/17/15, 6:55 PM

STANFORD PD: 10/17/15,Police activity at Jserra from Pedro St to Sandhill, 6:55PM. Stay away from the area. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu. En

Fire Update/Power Outage 10/12/15

Campus officials are working to restore power to approximately 35 buildings impacted by a power outage. Lands, Buildings and Real Estate (LBRE) Operations Center is communicating directly with building managers about the power outage. The electrical fire at Maples is thought to be related to the power outage. No one was injured in the fire at Maples, which occurred in the southeast corner of the building. Fire crews have departed Maples. Updates will be posed at emergency.stanford.edu

Fire 10/12/2015 UPDATE

Palo Alto Fire Department remains at Maples Pavilion performing inspection and cleanup. Roadways have been reopened. Maples remains closed.

-Fire 10/12/2015 UPDATE

10/12/2015 – Fire at Maples Pavilion UPDATE – Road closures at Campus Drive between Bonair Siding and Sam McDonald Mall. Pedestrians avoid all areas surrounding Maples Pavilion until further notice.

-Fire 10/12/2015

On 10/12/2015, Fire at Maples Pavilion, 2:15pm. Stay away from the area. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu. End

AlertSU Test 10-8-2015

This is a test of the Stanford University emergency alert system. This is only a test. There is no known emergency at Stanford at this time. If this were a real emergency, this message would contain information about the event and any necessary protective actions.

In a real event, responders will post additional information on one or more of the university emergency communications outlets as it becomes available.
?Information hotline: (650) 725-5555
?Emergency website: http://emergency.stanford.edu
?Police Website: http://police.stanford.edu

For more information about the AlertSU system, visit our website at http://alertsu.stanford.edu.

Thank you for your participation.

Update: Sexual Battery 9/18/15 10:01

STANFORD PD: 9/18/15 10:23PM SEXUAL BATTERY UPDATE: The suspect was apprehended by SUDPS without further incident.

Sexual Battery 9/18/15 at 10:01

STANFORD PD: 9/18/15, Reported sexual battery at Tresidder Memorial Union at 10:01PM. Be alert & protect yourself. Updates as available at police.stanford.edu

Bomb Threat 8-14-15

Bomb Threat at GSB, evacuation in process. Stay away from all areas within Arguello Rd, Campus Dr, and Serra Mall. Updates when available at emergency.stanford.edu.

-Update- Armed Person 07/28/15, 8:10P

STANFORD PD: 07/28/15, 8:51P Area of Dinkelspiel has been cleared and is safe. The suspect was not found and no additional reports of an armed suspect were received. End

-Armed Person @Dinkelspiel 7/28/15 8:10P

STANFORD PD:07/28/15, 8:10P Armed person reported near Dinkelspiel Auditorium. Be alert & take protective measures. Updates at emergency.stanford.edu