On Sept. 7 at approximately 12:28 p.m., two female students reported a small black pickup truck driving toward them as they walked in the alley between Carmichael Towers West and the fraternity area near parking lots 69 and 70. The truck reportedly swerved toward the students, then stopped and the driver exposed himself. The driver then drove down the alley toward 25th Avenue South and left the area.
Description: The suspect was described as an Asian male, 40-50 years old, balding with dark hair on the top of his head. He was wearing a light-colored T-shirt and light blue gym shorts. The vehicle was described as a small, shiny black pickup truck, possibly a Toyota model.
Metro Nashville Police also received a separate report that a person similar in description possibly tried to force a woman into his vehicle at West End Avenue and Acklen Park.
If you have information related to these incidents or another incident, please call the Vanderbilt University Police Department at (615) 322-2745.
Risk Reduction Tips
- VUPD offers walking escorts to and from your vehicle.
- Avoid isolated or dark areas.
- If a stranger approaches, maintain a safe distance and be observant. If they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
- Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.
- Stay alert. If you feel uneasy, leave. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
- Know the location of emergency phones.
- Stay alert and trust your instincts.
Please remember these on-campus resources:
- Psychological and Counseling Center, 322-2571
- Employee Assistance Program, 936-1327
- Student Health Services, 322-242
- Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, 322-4843
- Project Safe, 322-1333
Report suspicious persons, vehicles or activities immediately. In an emergency, dial 911 or use a blue light phone.
Contact: Vanderbilt University Police Department, (615) 322-2745