Upcoming Weekend Safety Message from Superintendent William Evans
Memorandum To: Boston Area College and University Students
From: Superintendent William B. Evans, Commander
Boston Police, Bureau of Field Services
Date: April, 2011
Re: Weekend Safety Message and Celebrating Responsibly
Dear Students,
I hope you are all anticipating the warmer weather and have adjusted to your spring schedules. On behalf of the Boston Police Department I want to take this opportunity, as I often do, to offer several safety tips and to give you some information for the next two upcoming weekends, one of which is a holiday weekend.
There are two major events that signal the start of spring; opening day in Boston for the Red Sox and the Boston Marathon. The Red Sox will kick off their season this Friday with the NY Yankees and play throughout the weekend. Additionally, we have the running of the 115th Boston Marathon and all related marathon activities the following weekend. Both events present public safety challenges and we want to ensure that you are informed, that you are safe and that you conduct yourself appropriately.
As always, please make sure you secure your off campus housing units when you leave and lock the doors at all times. Certain areas of the city experience higher levels of house breaks due to students forgetting to lock doors and windows. If you have air conditioners make sure they are securely fastened. Ask someone knowledgeable if you need assistance. Please take your electronic devices of value home with you since these are often attractive targets. If you are walking around Boston anytime, please always be aware of your surroundings. Electronic devices such as iPods and expensive phones are often the target of young adults who assault students and take these devices. Try and walk with a companion and in well-lit areas.
Due to these large scale sporting events there will be large crowds in/around the Fenway and downtown areas as well as an increased police presence. There will be access restrictions on certain streets which may make getting around a bit more challenging. If you do not have reason to be in these areas please do not go to these areas. There will be a zero tolerance policy towards public drinking, open containers of alcohol and intoxication. Also, a reminder that you should not be congregating on rooftops, fire escapes and porches. Your safety, and the safety of the public, is our primary concern.
It is our hope that you enjoy both weekend festivities and celebrate in a safe and responsible manner. Please keep in mind that you all play a role in our effort to ensure that the City of Boston is a shining example of good sportsmanship and pride.
Superintendent William Evans