There has been a rising trend in bicycle and scooter thefts on campus. Since this is an unusual occurrence, this crime alert is intended to inform the campus community and help prevent further thefts. The stolen bicycles and scooters shared a common factor: they were all secured with minimal protection, either a cable lock or a chain. These locks could be easily cut with wire cutters or similar tools.
If you ride a bicycle or scooter to campus, we strongly recommend that you avoid using a cable lock. Instead, opt for a more secure locking mechanism to fasten your bicycle to a bike rack. According to Project 529 (formerly known as National Bike Registry), a strong and reliable U-lock is the best choice for ensuring your bike's safety.
Additional Suggestions
- Register your bicycle with your local police department or online at
https://project529.com
- Keep a copy of the bicycle/scooter serial number and receipt of purchase.
- Note the bicycle's/scooter's color, make and model.
- Use one or more U-Locks to secure your bicycle/scooter to a bicycle rack at all times.
- Periodically check on your bicycle/scooter between classes.
- Do not leave your bicycle/scooter on campus overnight.
- Do not use cable locks or chains as they can easily be cut; use a U-Lock instead.
- Do not leave your bicycle/scooter unsecured and unattended, even for a short moment.
We strongly encourage all members of the Citrus College community to contact the department of campus safety immediately if they observe any unusual or suspicious activity on campus, particularly near the bicycle racks. You can report such incidents by calling campus safety at
(626) 914-8611, or by using the text-a-tip feature in the Citrus Guardian mobile app. Additionally, you can send pictures to campus safety through the app.
While campus safety and the Glendora Police Department work together to apprehend the individuals responsible for the thefts, we appreciate your vigilance and support in this collective effort to make our campus community safer for everyone!
