University Police
Beware of scams – if it seems too good to be true, it is
University Police recently received reports of scams targeting students from scammers who claim to be employers at reputable companies. Scammers will use fraudulent links and email addresses that appear to be from legitimate companies. They ultimately “hire” the students but then send them counterfeit or stolen checks and ask the students to keep their salary and send back the remainder of the funds from the check.
Read More »New employees announced
The following employees joined Missouri S&T in December. Please join the Miner community in welcoming these new staff members:
Read More »Beware of fraud attempts
The University Police remind the campus community that criminals often use the holiday season as a time to commit fraud. A recent scam in the local area involves someone who calls and claims to represent Apple. Doug Roberts, chief of University Police, offers the following tips:
Read More »New employees announced
The following employees joined Missouri S&T in October. Please join the Miner community in welcoming these new staff members:
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Police department honored as trailblazer
Missouri S&T University Police received the 2020 Rave Trailblazer Award for their embrace and use of technology to keep the campus safe.
Read More »Participate in Rx Take Back Day
Rx Take Back Day is a nationally coordinated event to dispose of unused and expired medication. Around 100 people die everyday due to unintentional drug overdoses. A primary means in which individuals obtain these prescriptions is from family members. On Wednesday, October 21st from 11-1pm, Miner Wellness, along with University Police, will be located in […]
Read More »Phone call about a warrant? It’s a scam
University Police received reports recently of phone scams. The scam involves a caller who is supposedly representing a government agency, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) or the Federal Reserve. As part of the scam, the caller tells the individual that an active warrant was issued for their arrest because of debt.
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Use your phone to stay safe, help protect friends
Help and resources are just one click away with the Rave Guardian personal safety app. Help and resources are just one click away with the Rave Guardian personal safety app. Download it at RaveGuardian.com.
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What is Sextortion?
Sextortion is a serious crime that occurs when someone threatens to distribute your private and sensitive material if you don’t provide them images of a sexual nature, sexual favors or money. The perpetrator may also threaten to harm your friends or family unless you comply with their demands.
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