UPDATE: On Dec. 4 at approximately 1:30 p.m., Vanderbilt University Police took a suspect into custody for the incident described below. The suspect has confessed and criminal charges have been filed.
Please remember to stay vigilant and utilize our campus safety resources, such as Vandy Vans and walking escorts.
ORIGINAL POST: On Dec. 2 at approximately 12:15 p.m., a student contacted VUPD to report that an unknown male exposed himself to the student behind the Sigma Nu house. The suspect was reportedly sitting in a vehicle and called the student over to ask for directions to the bookstore. The student noticed that he was not wearing pants or underwear.
Description: The suspect was described as a black male with a thin build, small beard and short afro-style hair. The vehicle was described as a four-door black Honda Civic.
If you have information about this or a similar incident, please contact the Vanderbilt University Police Department at (615) 322- 2745.
Risk Reduction Tips
- Be alert and trust your instincts.
- Report suspicious persons or activities to VUPD immediately.
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