Boston Police Spring Break Safety Message and St. Patrick’s Day parade
Memorandum To: Boston Area College and University Students, Administrators and
Public Safety Personnel
From: Police Commissioner William B. Evans
Date: March 2015
Re: Spring Break Safety Message and St. Patrick’s Day parade
Dear Students,
Most of you will be leaving shortly to enjoy your spring break holiday. Whether you have a planned trip or you are going home I’m sure it will be a welcome change and respite from all of this snow. I want to take this opportunity to offer just a few safety reminders before you depart and also a reminder about expected behavior if you plan on attending the St. Patrick’s Day parade in South Boston. The most recent Patriots Superbowl win and follow-up parade was a good example of people of all ages coming out and celebrating responsibly.
Please make sure you always secure your off campus housing units before you leave for ANY length, or extended period, of time. This includes doors and windows alike as well as your on-campus dormitory rooms. The warmer weather traditionally generates a rise in residential breaks, in and around student housing. House breaks are of concern to us as college students leave in great numbers. Secure your apartment units well and ask nearby neighbors to watch the area around your house and/or dwellings. Please be mindful of the electronic devices and any other items of value in your home including laptops, game systems, iPods, cameras and jewelry since these are often attractive targets and take them with you if at all possible. Also make sure you are not letting mail collect in mailboxes or on porches. A timing device on a light can also be helpful so your unit or apartment is not a target at night. Simple suggestions as mentioned above, along with taking a few extra minutes before you leave your unit, can help safeguard your property.
Lastly, St. Patrick’s Day and the parade in South Boston will take place in a couple of weeks. As has been our practice we like to remind students about expected behavior and we ask that you take an active role in celebrating responsibly. This means that there will be a zero tolerance for disruptive behavior as well as public drinking, underage drinking and intoxication. A reminder that your behavior at public events of this type will be closely monitored and there will be consequences, both from the BPD and your respective schools. College students comprise a large part of the city’s population and your safety is a priority. Boston is a great city and a safe one. Enjoy your spring break!
Police Commissioner William B. Evans
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